“Disagreeing without being disagreeable.” Leelanau citizens find Common Ground across political divides

The comedian and clown Patch Adams was onto something when he said, “Humor is an antidote to all ills.” Leelanau...
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“Disagreeing without being disagreeable.” Leelanau citizens find Common Ground across political divides

Grand Traverse Band hosts Company K Memorial Highway dedication

The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians will host a Company K Memorial Highway Dedication on Wednesday, May...
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Grand Traverse Band hosts Company K Memorial Highway dedication

Glen Arbor Arts Center hosts De Castro

Brooklyn, New York artist Angelique De Castro’s Glen Arbor Arts Center residency combines ceramics and textiles/needlework into one sculptural form...
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Glen Arbor Arts Center hosts De Castro

Migrant farm work booms in Michigan despite feds pay cut

Every year for the past decade, Jose Abel has traveled more than 2,000 miles from the region of Durango in...
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Migrant farm work booms in Michigan despite feds pay cut

Youth for Christ appeals to Zoning Board, reopens ministry. Leland citizens call on officials to play long game

As expected, Apollos Properties and “Bear Man” Jim Van Steenhouse last month appealed to the Township’s Zoning Board of Appeals...
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Youth for Christ appeals to Zoning Board, reopens ministry. Leland citizens call on officials to play long game

Northport Arts Association holds Photo Exhibit

The Northport Arts Association is proud to present the 2026 Northport Photo Exhibit, launching Memorial Day weekend with a FREE...
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Northport Arts Association holds Photo Exhibit

Burdickville Studio Tour returns Memorial Day weekend

Join local artists in beautiful Burdickville, east of the Glen Lakes, for an open studio art tour on Memorial Day Weekend,...
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Burdickville Studio Tour returns Memorial Day weekend

Afternoon-long fundraiser concert returns to Lively Acres

It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood. The Lively neighborhood, that is, as the compound on M-72 readies to host...
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Afternoon-long fundraiser concert returns to Lively Acres

Glen Arbor Players open 2026 season

The Glen Arbor Players open their 2026 season on Friday, May 22, at 7 pm at The Leelanau School auditorium...
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Glen Arbor Players open 2026 season

Made in Michigan Series returns to Bay Theatre

With Memorial Day weekend fast approaching, summer is coming to The Bay—starting with a special Made in Michigan screening series...
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Made in Michigan Series returns to Bay Theatre

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