From staff reports Given the large attendance at the first Running Bear Run on July 31, it appears the event will quickly become an annual tradition for vacationing families and local residents. Over 380 people participated in the 5K run/walk run sponsored by the Glen Arbor Women’s Club. Marianne Sherman, a participant in the 5k […]

By Norm Wheeler Sun editor “Light snow is falling in Ely, Minnesota today, May 20, 2007,” says DJ Ray Nargis. (Remember Ray Nargis? He used to live on Echo Valley Road, teach at The Leelanau School, and recite poetry at the Beach Bards Bonfire on summer Friday nights. Stream his Sunday morning (10 a.m.-1 p.m. […]

By Jane Greiner Sun contributor What a pleasure it is to have the hummingbirds back. Yesterday I looked up from my book to see a female hummingbird sitting on the feeder. A second one, presumably male, approached the feeder and flew back and forth in front of her in a short horizontal “shuttle pattern.” Back […]

Like father, like son: John and Charlie Velis (left) jump into frigid South Bar Lake during Empire’s Winterfest Polar Dip last weekend (photo Ryan Romeike); Skiers from downstate, Dave and Brian Johnson (right) warm up with hearty chili at Glen Arbor’s Winterfest this past weekend (photo Mike Buhler).

From staff reports Whether you are looking for a ride to work or looking to share your ride with others, a new website makes ridesharing safe and easy for commuters in northwest Michigan. www.NMRide.net was recently launched as the official website connecting commuters for ride sharing to work, activities and more throughout the Traverse Bay […]

The Pig, the Winter, and Ladybugs by Norm Wheeler Sun editor