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Friday, December 27th, 2024
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Good morning, Traverse City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City's Community Meals program hosted a free Christmas dinner at Trinity Lutheran Church to provide companionship and holiday meals to those in need. UpNorthLive
- ➤ The Dragon 1200 initiative, where Traverse City residents aimed to walk 1,200 miles throughout 2024, successfully fostered community through shared outdoor challenges, leading to planning more walking events for 2025. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ TART Trails hosts winter open houses along the Vasa Pathway, offering cross-country skiers, hikers, and snowshoers a festive atmosphere with campfires, hot cocoa, and cookies to enhance their outdoor experiences. Traverse City Record-Eagle
- ➤ Michigan State Police's 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' campaign in Northern Michigan is reported as a success, leading to safer holiday travels. 9&10 News
- ➤ The Cherry-T Ball Drop in Downtown Traverse City will be broadcast live on Facebook, YouTube, and X (Twitter) starting at 11:45 p.m. this New Year's Eve, hosted by Brenden Kinny, Heather Bricca, and Miya Ingle. UpNorthLive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Traverse City is recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the top ten global travel destinations for 2025, highlighting its unique charm and attractions. UpNorthLive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Young adults aged 21-25 have until Dec. 31 to apply for Michigan's Reconnect scholarship at Northwestern Michigan College for tuition-free education, following a temporary state budget expansion that supports their degrees or skills certificates before eligibility reverts to those 25 and older. Traverse City Record-Eagle
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy encourages people to donate their Christmas trees to feed goats, which helps combat invasive species and reduces landfill waste. Traverse City Record-Eagle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan lawmakers, currently at odds over proposed changes to the state's tipped wage law, may revisit legislation after a stalled effort in December. 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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Weekly Worship Service at Watershed Church
The service includes connecting, singing, prayer, Scripture reading, and a message, along with a Kids' Church program for children.
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