Traverse City News and Events

From Ski Resort Conditions to Snow-Clearing Updates, Here’s Your Winter Break Report

By Beth Milligan | Dec. 24, 2025

While warmer temperatures will likely make for a semi-green Christmas, snow is still front of mind for everyone from ski resort operators to local plow … Read More >>


Third Individual Charged After Parking Deck Shooting Investigation

By Art Bukowski | Dec. 23, 2025

A third individual was charged after an investigation into a fatal shooting at the Larry C. Hardy parking deck. Austin C. Bucco, 20, was recently … Read More >>


Pavilions Charts New Course for Future

By Beth Milligan | Dec. 23, 2025

Following several bumpy years that included the turnover of multiple leaders, financial struggles, a lawsuit with PACE North, and staffing challenges, the Grand Traverse Pavilions … Read More >>


Teddy Bear Daycare and Preschool Announces Expansion at Church of the Living God

Dec. 23, 2025

  Teddy Bear Daycare and Preschool announced today plans to expand its early childhood education services by opening a 4th location on the Church of … Read More >>


Your 2026 Winter Race Calendar

Dec. 22, 2025

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 … Read More >>


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

By Beth Milligan | Dec. 22, 2025

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 … Read More >>


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

By Art Bukowski | Dec. 21, 2025

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 … Read More >>


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

By Craig Manning | Dec. 20, 2025

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 … Read More >>


County Approves Budget, Marijuana Funding Awards

By Beth Milligan | Dec. 19, 2025

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 … Read More >>


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

By Beth Milligan | Dec. 18, 2025

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 … Read More >>



Grand Traverse Band Shares Plans For NMC Boardman Lake Campus

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Marentette Contract, Complete Streets Policy, Density Changes, Gov Center Planning Approved

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NMC Board Approves New Three-Year Strategic Plan

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Remote Work Is Here To Stay, New Local Study Says

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NMC To Sell Boardman Lake Campus To Grand Traverse Band Of Ottawa And Chippewa Indians

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Welcoming the Winter Solstice

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Developer Proposes to Partner with City to Revive Stalled Parking Deck

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Women's Resource Center Launches $3 Million Capital Campaign To Expand Transitional Housing Offerings

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TC Light & Power Eyes New Campus on Cedar Run Road

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Area Home Sales Price Dips Slightly In November

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Interlochen Community Art Trail Moving Ahead

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“A Great Day for Northern Michigan”: Over $11 Million Awarded to Local Park/Conservation Projects

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TCBN: The Nonprofit Holiday Wish List

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Traverse City Food & Wine Set to Return August 19-23

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