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Habitat for Humanity builds energy-efficient homes in Maple City
Business Feature, NewsOne of three duplex units at Maple City Crossings—Habitat for Humanity’s affordable housing project in the middle of Leelanau County—is complete and will welcome homeowners within the next few months. All homes at Maple City Crossings boast energy efficient electric heating and cooling systems, thanks in part to a $5,000 Energize Challenge grant that Habitat for Humanity received in November 2022 from Leelanau Energy.
Glen Lake Chamber selects new officers
NewsThe Glen Lake Chamber of Commerce has named its new officers for 2023. Stephen Brotschul of Broomstack Kitchen & Taphouse is the Chamber president; Darci Ricker, of Glen Lodge is co-president; Mara Miller of the Leelanau Coffee Roasters is secretary, and Dotti Thompson of Grandpa’s Place is treasurer together with co-treasurer Nancy Miller of Devette & Ford Insurance.
Chickens loose in Leelanau!
Business Feature, Local PersonalityWinters in Leelanau County also can be a little lonesome and isolating. To remedy the winter blues, Glen Arbor Wines holds a Thursday Blotter Night. So, what exactly is Blotter Night? Every week, Darci Ricker meticulously reviews the Leelanau Enterprise’s blotter section for light-hearted entries—only the innocuous ones are selected to be read aloud. At 6 pm sharp on Thursdays, locals and tourists alike gather at the counter of Glen Arbor Wines. Ricker’s aim is to provide a bright space in which to share those blotter entries that are amusing (someone’s chickens are loose out on Bodus Road!?)
Leelanau Historical Society retires “You Are Here” maps exhibit
Historical Feature, Upcoming EventAfter three years of delighting historians and patrons, sparking curiosity, and sharing long forgotten information about this beloved area, the Leelanau Historical Society’s “You Are Here: Maps & Roads of Leelanau” exhibit will retire on Jan. 27.
Glen Arbor Arts Center invites artists to show their work
Upcoming EventSubmission deadlines for two artist opportunities at the Glen Arbor Arts Center are near. Swimming, an exhibition about a familiar activity, takes a metaphoric look at what it means to move through water—both literally and symbolically. The deadline for online submissions is Feb. 1. This juried exhibition runs March 31-June 1. A second creative, artist opportunity is the GAAC’s Artist-in-Residence program, a juried competition.
Ringing in the new year on the Crystal River
Local Personality, Photo SpreadLeah Turner, Maggie and Dana MacLellan, Isabel and Josh Fast kayaked the Crystal River on New Year’s Eve day, Dec. 31, 2022. Maggie started the annual tradition about a decade ago. Whether frigid or balmy, the friends close out each year bundled in warm jackets and with life vests in tow.
Want predictable winters? Climate Change says ‘Forget it’
Investigative Article, NewsIt’s winter, but the first half of January didn’t look or feel like it. “It’s milder than normal. It may turn colder toward the end of the month,” said Jeff Zoltowski, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service. Leelanau resident and retired meteorologist Dave Barrons, a familiar face on local television for many years, says climate change is making expectations based on past years less reliable. “We’ve added more carbon dioxide to the air. Carbon dioxide holds more heat,” he said.
Where’s the snow?
NewsThe first half of January was brown and green in Leelanau County. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Gaylord, we’re on pace to set a record for lack of snow this month. Even with a few white flurries late in January, we may still eclipse the previous mark. NWS measures snow accumulation in two County locations—Maple City and Northport.
Iconic Cedar Tavern for sale
Business Feature, Historical FeatureThe iconic Cedar Tavern in the heart of Leelanau County hit the market this week with a listing price of $1.2 million. Owner Ellen Stachnik confirmed the news on Facebook: “Well it’s out there. After a lot of talking we have decided to list the Tavern for sale. We love you all and appreciate your support and kindness over the years. 45 years it’s been a great time!!” In our 2013 feature story about the Cedar Tavern, Stachnik narrated the history of the business and its importance to campers and locals, alike.
The Mill Glen Arbor seeks executive chef for 47-seat restaurant on Crystal River
Business Feature, NewsThe iconic Mill on the Crystal River, which Turner Booth has restored since he won zoning approval in a public referendum vote in August 2021, aims to reopen this spring and include a 47-seat all-day cafe and fine-dining restaurant. Early this month The Mill posted a job for an Executive Chef.