Traverse City News and Events

Eleven St. Patrick's Day Events in Northern Michigan

March 9, 2026

Say “sláinte” at one of the festive pub crawls, grab your lucky shoes for some Irish dancing (or a leprechaun race!), hit the slopes, or … Read More >>


TCAPS Trustees to Vote on $17.2 Million Fieldhouse Project

By Beth Milligan | March 9, 2026

Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) trustees will vote to approve the $17.2 million construction of a new fieldhouse and after-school clubhouse next to East … Read More >>


A Big Impact: Ten Years In At TC's Women-Powered Philanthropy Group

By Art Bukowski | March 8, 2026

Ten years. Three million dollars. Countless lives changed for the better, in one way or another. It was 2016 when a few women got together … Read More >>


Northern Michigan Oil and Gas Industry Down, But Not Out

By Art Bukowski | March 7, 2026

It just ain’t like it used to be. For the second half of the 20th century, oil and gas was a huge industry in northern … Read More >>


End of Season Happenings at Hickory, Holiday

March 6, 2026

Traverse City's two local ski hills have announced closing dates/celebrations: Mt. Holiday will be closed March 9–12 to preserve snow for the annual slush cup, … Read More >>


Concerns Mount Over Jail Conditions; Facilities Study Moves Forward

By Beth Milligan | March 6, 2026

Concerns over conditions at the Grand Traverse County Jail are mounting, with an engineer telling county commissioners Wednesday they should be “seriously considering” moving to … Read More >>


Groundwork Center Announces New CEO

By Craig Manning | March 5, 2026

The Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities has a new leader, the northern Michigan nonprofit announced Thursday. Jim Bruckbauer, a longtime member of the Groundwork team, … Read More >>


Proposed Zoning Overlay Would More Closely Regulate Building Heights, Trees, Land Uses Near Airport

By Craig Manning | March 5, 2026

A new zoning overlay district is in the works for the Traverse City area, courtesy of the Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) Joint Zoning Board. The … Read More >>


Renowned Chef Pete Peterson Dies at 82

By Beth Milligan | March 4, 2026

Renowned chef Harlan “Pete” Peterson of Traverse City has died at the age of 82. A celebration of Peterson’s life will be held at Reynolds-Jonkhoff funeral … Read More >>


City Delays Bijou, Carnegie RFP Reviews Until April

By Beth Milligan | March 4, 2026

The City of Traverse City, which initially planned to review tenant proposals for the Bijou by the Bay and Carnegie Building on March 16, will … Read More >>



Crooked Tree & TADL Submit Dueling Proposals for Carnegie Building

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Traffic Signal Installation Starting Soon at TC State Park

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Two Proposals Emerge for Bijou: Performance Venue & Wellness Center

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Groundwork: First Look at Passenger Rail Survey Results

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TCBN: Ten Northern Michigan Surgeons on Life Behind the Mask

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Meet the Fascinating People of 2026

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Street & Sewer Projects, OKRs, Land Agreement on City Agenda

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The Second Chance Band: New TC Philharmonic Program Prioritizes Adult Beginning Musicians

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Park Projects: Rotary Gifts East Creek Reserve to GT Conservation District, Hickory Summer Camp Returns

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Healthcare Worker Arrested for Embezzlement

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What's Next For Traverse City State Theatre, Elk Rapids Cinema After Recent Closures?

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Garfield Township Officials Talk Food Trucks, Data Centers, Trails, Development & More in Wide-Ranging Meeting

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Cherry Capital Airport Opens New Economy Parking Lot

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TCAPS Celebrates Four National Merit Finalists

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