Thursday, December 26th, 2024

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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Michigan offers a month-long skiing program for beginners, enrollment opens for a free education program for teens, a Traverse City brewery is up for sale, and local organizations receive community awards, while a country club gains prestigious recognition, and various economic and employment updates highlight mixed retail sales and job growth. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ In Northwest Michigan, the Toys for Tots campaign will bring Christmas presents to approximately 5,500 children by distributing over 23,000 toys, supported by local community and corporate generosity. UpNorthLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jim McCormick shares a 50-year tradition of Christmas love letters to his wife in a book, illustrating the lasting power of shared values and commitment in marriage. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The cost of preparing a holiday feast this year has remained relatively stable compared to last year, with local business owners in Traverse City noting minor increases in food prices and some savings on items like turkey. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Concrete work for the first half of the Union Street Dam replacement in Traverse City, aimed at improving fish passage, is set to begin in January, with the project completing in May 2027. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jennifer R. Gray is appointed as family division referee for the 13th Circuit Court, among other significant regional appointments and recognitions in business and community service. Traverse City Record-Eagle
SPORTS NEWS
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NCTA Grand Traverse Chapter Monthly Meeting: Geo-hiking Isle Royale
This monthly meeting will focus on the geological significance and hiking opportunities at Isle Royale National Park, highlighting the Midcontinent Rift's influence on the area.
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Winter 2025 Opening Reception at the Dennos Museum Center
The event features an opening reception for the Winter 2025 exhibitions, including the Northwest Regional Juried Exhibition, with opportunities to meet artists and enjoy refreshments.
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