Commissioners Vote to Make Marentette Permanent City Manager

By Beth Milligan

Traverse City commissioners voted unanimously Monday to appoint Interim City Manager Benjamin Marentette – who’s held the city’s top staff position on a temporary basis since July …

Civic Center to Host Holiday Tree Stroll Friday

By Beth Milligan

  Grand Traverse County Parks and Recreation will host its first ever Holiday Tree Stroll on Friday, December 5 from 3pm to 5pm at the Civic Center. …

Wineries File New Complaint in Ongoing Old Mission Dispute

By Beth Milligan

The Wineries of Old Mission Peninsula (WOMP), Bonobo Winery, and Bowers Harbor Vineyards have filed a new complaint in U.S. District Court claiming Peninsula Township is refusing …

Join Us for Recess of Giving Wednesday at TC Phil!

Join The Ticker for a special Recess of Giving at the Traverse City Philharmonic on Wednesday, December 3 - where attendees will enjoy delicious food and beverages, …

Distillery Ups and Downs of 2025

Uncertainty looms for spirit makers in northern Michigan as they face rising costs, a waning drinking culture, and the side effects of the federal government shutdown. Michigan …

Housing Development Proposed for Church Site

By Beth Milligan

A housing development with a mix of 18 townhomes and an 18-unit condo building is being proposed for the former Traverse Bay United Methodist Church site on …