Your 2026 Winter Race Calendar

What better way to stay warm than to get moving? This week's Northern Express, sister publication of The Ticker, features a winter 2026 race calendar with 20-plus …

DDA Updates: 2026 Ballot Push for New TIF Plan, Downtown Events

By Beth Milligan

In addition to a closed-door session to discuss the results of a recent audit, Traverse City Downtown Development Authority (DDA) board members Friday agreed to pursue putting …

Human Bake Ovens, Sea Serpents And More: Local Author Dives Into Slabtown History

By Art Bukowski

Did you know there used to be a hospital on the hill behind Tom’s West Bay? Did you further know that this hospital proudly boasted of its …

New Audit Flags Financial Policy Shortcomings At Traverse City DDA From 2022 To 2024

By Craig Manning

A newly-published audit has called for the Traverse City Downtown Development Authority (DDA) to improve its financial policies and practices related to the management services it provides …

County Approves Budget, Marijuana Funding Awards

By Beth Milligan

Grand Traverse County commissioners Wednesday approved the county’s 2026 budget, which includes an additional detective position at the Sheriff’s Office, a new planning/community development department with two …

Stone Hound, Two Sons Pizza Coming to Eighth Street; More Restaurant/Retail News

By Beth Milligan

Stone Hound Brewing Company is taking over the former McLain building at 750 East Eighth Street, targeting an early summer opening for a second local taproom with …