What's Traverse City Thankful For?

By Kierstin Gunsberg

With Thanksgiving upon us, we asked local leaders, “What are you thankful for this year?” From watching their communities step up for each other during tough times …

Residents Weigh In: What Surveys Say About GT County, Peninsula Township

By Beth Milligan

Two local municipalities – Grand Traverse County and Peninsula Township – each recently received the results of extensive community surveys designed to gauge resident feedback on a …

Suspect Named in Meijer Kidnapping Case

By Beth Milligan

A 51-year-old man who is accused of attempting to kidnap a woman from the Traverse City Meijer gas station Sunday has been identified as Scott Gensler of …

Elk Rapids Harbor Days Rescheduled For 2026; Festival Will Occur One Week Later Than Normal

By Craig Manning

Those who had already marked their calendars for the 2026 incarnation of the popular Elk Rapids Harbor Days should ready their erasers. The four-day festival will be …

Garfield Township Updates: YMCA Expansion, High Tops, Oleson Property

By Beth Milligan

Decisions are coming soon on several Garfield Township projects, including the planned expansion of the YMCA (with neighbors lobbying for a safer crossing on Silver Lake Road), …

Join Us for a Special December Recess of Giving at the 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, …