Catherine Brettschneider
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Traverse City Bay Area Transportation Hots 100,000 Rides for Bayline Route
Traverse City’s bay area transportation authority hit a major milestone. The transportation authority’s Bayline route launched in June of 2018. Last week, they surpassed 100,000 rides. The Bayline is a free route that carries riders between Meijer and the East Bay Beach District. It runs every 15 minutes, seven days a week averaging 400 rides a day. For more information you can click here. → Read More
Traverse City's 'Pour for More' Event Combines 25 Local Beverage Businesses
A Traverse City nonprofit is holding an event Friday to kick off their fundraising efforts for 2019. “Pour for more” is a collaboration of 25 local beverage businesses that help a different nonprofit every month. One dollar is added to the price of the businesses’ ‘Pour for More’ beverage. That dollar is then donated back to a nonprofit. Rare Bird... → Read More
Norte in Traverse City Offers Class Teaching Skills that Last a Lifetime
Kids will have an opportunity to get some hands-on experience gaining skills that last a lifetime with a new class. Norte in Traverse City is offering “The Solution,” a two-day learn-to-wrench class. Kids will learn basic maintenance and repair for their bicycles. Some of those skills include fixing a flat, adjusting brakes and fixing a broken chain. “It’s less tapping... → Read More
Traverse City Officials Remind Locals, Business Owners to Clear Snow from Pathways
With snow on the ground for many of us, Traverse City is sending out an important reminder to locals. Locals and business owners are responsible for the removal of snow and ice on sidewalks directly adjacent to their property. Not only does foot traffic rely on clear sidewalks to get from one place to another, but those clear pathways can... → Read More
Interlochen Library Begins New Chapter, Completes 5-year $3M Project
Five years and $3 million later, one project is finally opening its doors to the community. A 10,000 square foot building is home to the new Interlochen Public Library and community center. The building features a new fireplace, extra sitting and studying space, a fun children’s room and more. “I don’t think we expected it to be this beautiful and... → Read More
Nearly 200 Michigan Communities Rated Four-Stars in eCities Study
A recent study recognized nearly 200 communities across the state as four-star communities. The city of Mount Pleasant was one of those. The annual eCities study is conducted by researchers at UofM. It recognizes the success and efforts of Michigan’s communities to contribute to the state’s growth and economic development. They measure the five-year changes in property values, community assets... → Read More
Morley Stanwood Schools Open Door to Big Improvements
A generous grant to one Northern Michigan school is making learning more accessible to its students. Staff and students are already working to implement a $900,000 grant. The grant from the Thompson Foundation is opening the door for big improvements at Morley Stanwood Community Schools. “In essence, what the grant is for is 1 to 1 technology for your students... → Read More
Clare-Farwell American Legion Celebrates Remodeled Facility
After years of fundraising and work, a Northern Michigan American legion is excited to announce some changes. The Clare-Farwell American Legion post 558 is celebrating their newly remodeled facility. The building is more than 30 years old. It now has new siding, a roof, new windows, a patio and an updated clubroom. They also added a private office space for... → Read More
East Jordan High School Celebrates National Manufacturing Day
National Manufacturing Day may have been last month but some local students are celebrating this week! It’s being used as an effort to promote manufacturing jobs as an option for student’s future careers. National Manufacturing Day is brought to Northern Michigan from a committee of regional representatives from chambers of commerce, Char-Em Intermediate School District’s Career and Technical… → Read More
S. Airport, Garfield Roads Back Open After Two-Vehicle Crash
UPDATE: The road has been cleared and S. Airport and Garfield Road are back open. We’re told no one was injured in the crash. A two-car crash has blocked off a busy intersection in Traverse City early Wednesday morning. South Airport Road and Garfield Road in Traverse City are closed down. We are working to get details on the accident... → Read More
New Driving Safe Passing Bicycle Law
A new law goes into effect on Thursday here in Michigan and it’s something every driver needs to know about. The state is working to save the lives of cyclists by making sure cars pass them at a safe distance. Starting Thursday, drivers must give cyclists at least 3 feet of room while passing them on the road. Until Thursday,... → Read More
46th Annual Cadillac Festival of the Races Set to Hit Streets of Cadillac
A fun and fast Northern Michigan family tradition is taking place this weekend. The 46th annual Cadillac Festival of the Races kicks off Saturday morning. The race is the longest running 10K in Michigan but also features a 5K and the Cadillac Adventure Triathlon. Most of the proceeds of the race go to Single Track Sisters. The event is a... → Read More
E.coli Advisories Lifted for Northern Michigan Beaches
Several beaches in Northern Michigan issued E.coli warnings on Thursday, but now authorities say it is safe to swim again. It’s common after strong storms like the ones we just had. The Northport Marina Beach was getting high readings of E.coli levels. Other beaches like Beulah Beach on Crystal Lake, Sunset Park Beach, Traverse City Senior Center Beach and the... → Read More
Emergency Medical Services in Mecosta County Millage Renewal
Michigan’s primary election is Tuesday and we’re taking a closer look at several of the issues Northern Michigan voters will decide on. We’ll start in Mecosta County where they are proposing a renewal of a millage for the Emergency Medical Services Department. The millage provides them with money to fund their day to day operations. Someone with a home with... → Read More
Morgue Authority in Big Rapids Looks to Begin Search for Forensic Pathologist
The West Michigan Forensic Pathology Services Authority in Big Rapids is preparing to begin their search for a forensic pathologist to avoid sending bodies somewhere else for work they could do here in Northern Michigan. “All counties I think, or at least anyone I’ve talked to is seeing an increase in the number of deaths that they’ve had and autopsies... → Read More
Traverse City Drivers Battle Slick, Snowy Roads
The snow continues to fall in Traverse City. Roads are slick, and they’ll likely stay that way for a while. Snow is getting packed down on the roads, making it a little difficult for drivers. Drivers are also dealing with some visibility issues as the wind is blowing snow everywhere, making it hard for drivers to see on these slick... → Read More
High School Drama Clubs Benefits Local Charity
A murder mystery is taking center stage in Otsego County and it’s all for a good cause. The audience will play a key role in solving the “mock crime.” The Gaylord high school drama club is brings a famous mystery novel to the stage. Every year they donate money from ticket sales to a non-profit. This year they’re helping habitat... → Read More
New Donor Dogs Are Benefitting Animals at the Cherryland Humane Society
Cherryland Humane Society is making their fundraising efforts a little brighter! They’re working with local artists to paint what they call “Donor Dogs.” The donor dogs are essentially a piggy bank that looks like a dog. They were sort of old and worn out so some local artists are giving them new life, sparking some dog-gone interest in donating to... → Read More
Tight Lines For Troops Registration Deadlines is Approaching
A loved event in Manistee is back again for its 9th year. Tight Lines for Troops still have their applications open, but not for long. The registration began back in November but ends March 1. It’s a day full of fishing, eating, sharing stories and honoring our Michigan Veterans. Through this more than 2,000 vets have been able to spend... → Read More
The Sweet Shop in Cadillac is Preparing for a Chocolate Filled Day
It’s Valentine’s Day, a day full of love and lots of sweets. In case anyone still has some last minute shopping to do The Sweet Shop in Cadillac has you covered! We spent some time getting ready for this sweet holiday at the Sweet Shop in downtown Cadillac. We covered just about anything we could find in chocolate. “It’s just... → Read More