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Locals Summer Dance Party at Traverse City Whiskey Co.

We’re celebrating summer in TC with a Locals Summer Dance Party on the Stillhouse patio September 19th!Come dance the night away with DJ AWOL, grab some food from the food truck, and enjoy $10 cocktails all night long. Summer vibes DJ AWOL Dancing on the patio Food truck $10 cocktails Grab your friends, hit the patio, and come celebrate Locals Summer with us. Everyone’s welcome, come ready to dance!

Prout Financial Design presents ''An Evening with Ed''

Prout Financial Design is thrilled to present “An Evening with Ed.” Join us for an exciting evening packed with insights from one of the industry's top minds. Whether you're nearing retirement, already enjoying it, or simply want to better protect your financial future, this event is for you!  Prout Financial Design will welcome nationally recognized CPA, bestselling author and retirement educator Ed Slott to Traverse City on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, for “An Evening with Ed,” a complimentary

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Major League Show Jumping Headlines Three Weekends of International Sport in Traverse City

Five-star team and individual competition September 11–12 lead a season finale with more than $3 million in prize money, 10 of the world's top 30 riders, and the American Gold Cup.TRAVERSE CITY, MI — Major League Show Jumping returns to Flintfields Horse Park September 11–12, bringing two evenings of five-star team and individual competition to Traverse City as part of three weekends of international show jumping. Ten of the world’s top 30-ranked riders are expected to compete during September. The

NEW! Tailgate Tent Experience at Traverse City Horse Shows

NEW! Tailgate Tent Experience at Traverse City Horse ShowsSeptember 6 | 2–5 PMSeptember 11 | 4–7:30 PMSeptember 12 | 4–7:30 PMSeptember 20 | 2–5 PM Looking for a different way to bring your team, clients, family, or friends together this September? New for the Tournament of Champions, the Tailgate Tent Experience offers groups of up to 15 a private home base alongside championship show jumping at Flintfields Horse Park. Each reservation includes a furnished 20' × 20' tent, food, beer and wine, picnic

Community Partnership Provides Reliable Transportation for Adult Education Graduate

A successful community partnership is helping a recent adult education graduate overcome a common barrier to employment: reliable transportation.  Stephen Duncan, a recent GED graduate through Northwest Michigan Works! Adult Education, needed dependable transportation to travel between the Adult Education lab and his new job at Meijer. Through the Bikes for Education and Employment program, Duncan is now receiving a custom bicycle made possible through the generosity of the Big Bear Sportsman's Club in

HOME AGENCY OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR SECOND ANNUAL MISSION MEETS ACTION AWARD, INVESTING $100,000 IN ONE NONPROFIT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 18, 2026 HOME AGENCY OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR SECOND ANNUAL MISSION MEETS ACTION AWARD, INVESTING $100,000 IN ONE NONPROFIT The selected organization will receive customized brand, marketing, and communications services through HOME Agency's signature nonprofit initiative, building on inaugural partnerships with StoryCorps and TART Trails. TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — HOME Agency today announced that applications are open for the second annual Mission Meets Action Award (MiMA), a

21st Century ROAD to Housing Act – What Local Officials Should Know

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act provides local governments with additional tools to support housing development, particularly the “missing middle” homes many communities need. These may include smaller single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes and neighborhood-scale apartment buildings that fit comfortably into established neighborhoods and provide options for younger families, seniors wishing to downsize and middle-income households. While many of the law’s provisions will be implemented over time

Michigan’s Transformational Brownfield Program: What Municipal Leaders Should Know

Michigan's Transformational Brownfield Program remains an important tool for communities seeking to advance complex redevelopment projects that may not be financially feasible without public support, combining the traditional property tax capture tools of a traditional brownfield plan with the ability to capture income taxes, sales and use taxes and withholding taxes. Legislation signed over the summer extended and expanded the program, increasing the state's capacity to support qualifying redevelopment

REBECCA HUTCHINSON OF ACCELERATE THE CARE FEATURED IN THE RECORD-EAGLE’S ''LEADERS OF NORTHERN MICHIGAN'' EDITION

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   REBECCA HUTCHINSON OF ACCELERATE THE CARE FEATURED IN THE RECORD-EAGLE’S "LEADERS OF NORTHERN MICHIGAN" EDITION TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (August 15, 2026) — Accelerate the Care is proud to announce that Founder and CEO Rebecca Hutchinson has been recognized in The Record-Eagle’s special publication, "Leaders of Northern Michigan." The annual feature highlights visionaries and organizational leaders driving significant civic and economic impact across the region. The feature details

Networks Northwest Professionals Recognized at Youth Solutions' Statewide Summer Summit

Networks Northwest is proud to celebrate several members of its Jobs for Michigan's Graduates (JMG) team who were recognized during Youth Solutions' Annual Summer Summit, a statewide professional development conferencethat brings  together JMG specialists, managers, employer partners, and youth from across Michigan. Held in Mount Pleasant, Summer Summit serves as Youth Solutions' annual kickoff to the new program year. The multi-day conference provides professional development, networking opportunities,

Volumes Salon partners with Northwest Michigan Works! for first Cosmetologist Apprenticeship Program

Northwest Michigan Works!, a program of Networks Northwest, in partnership with Petoskey-based Volumes Salon, has launched the region’s first U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship program for cosmetologists.  The new apprenticeship marks a major milestone for professional trades training and workforce development in Northwest Lower Michigan.  This innovative program will provide apprentices with a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience designed to meet essential industry and LARA

Norte Honors Kiwanis Club of Traverse City for More Than a Decade of Support

Norte and its Bike Safety Camp program recognized the Kiwanis Club of Traverse City on August 5 for more than a decade of support for Norte’s mission to help local children become safer, more confident cyclists.The Kiwanis Club of Traverse City was among the first community organizations to support Norte, a local nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for kids to ride bikes, build confidence and develop lifelong healthy habits.For more than 10 years, Kiwanis support has helped Norte provide bike

Northwest Michigan Employers Secure Over $500,000 in Going PRO Talent Fund Cycle Two Awards to Uplift Regional Workforce

Thirteen employers across Northwest Michigan have been awarded a total of $502,674.50 in Cycle Two of the Going PRO Talent Fund (GPTF). These state training awards fuel critical skill development and upskilling for 327 regional workers, including 264 current employees and 63 newly hired team members. Highlighting a strong focus on long-term career pathways and talent development, 45 of these trainees are registered apprentices.  The funded training spans diverse high-demand sectors in the region, including

Leelanau Peninsula Chamber: Golf Outing September 19th, 2026

2026 Leelanau Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing Join us at Northport Creek for a Glow Golf Outing September 19th, 2026 355 West 8th St, Northport, MI 49670 September 19th, 2026 Registration: 6:30 pm Tee off: 7:30 pm Tickets include golf cart, two glowing golf balls, and nine holeshttps://leelanauchamber.com/golf-outing

GTACS News: Superintendent Retirement and New President Appointment

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (July 21, 2026) – After more than three decades of dedicated service to Catholic education, including 27 years at Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools (GTACS), Superintendent Michael R. Buell has retired. Buell shared that his decision arose after prayerful discernment and was influenced by health considerations. “Serving this community has been one of the greatest joys of my life,” said Buell. “I am deeply grateful for the faculty, staff, students, and families who have made this

What Your Traverse City Storefront Says Before Anyone Steps Inside

Window displays alone can boost foot traffic by 23%, and 8 out of 10 shoppers base their buying decisions on what they see in-store — which means your storefront is working for you, or against you, before a single customer opens the door. For businesses in Traverse City's walkable downtown, where summer tourists and local regulars share the same sidewalk, that first impression carries real weight. The good news: most of the changes that actually move the needle don't require a major renovation budget.The

Your First 30 Days: Designing Onboarding Packets That Accelerate Confidence and Performance

Business owners set the tone for how new employees experience their first days on the job. A thoughtfully designed onboarding packet does more than share paperwork—it shapes clarity, confidence, and culture from day one.Quick Snapshot for Busy Owners Strong onboarding packets reduce ramp-up time and early turnover. Clear structure and pacing prevent overwhelm and build confidence. Culture, expectations, and role clarity should appear early and often. Delivery format matters just as much as

Springfield Commercial Roofing Earns Michigan Platinum Contractor of the Year for the Third Time, Specialty Membrane Project of the Year, Reinforcing Statewide Leadership in Commercial Roofing Excellence

KINGSLEY, Michigan – Springfield Commercial Roofing has been named Duro-Last Michigan Platinum Contractor of the Year for the third time, a distinction that recognizes contractors who consistently demonstrate exceptional installation, quality, system performance, and adherence to rigorous industry standards.   The Michigan Platinum Contractor designation represents the highest tier of contractor recognition and reflects sustained excellence in workmanship and execution across commercial roofing

Building Lasting Loyalty in the Subscription Era

TL;DR In a world where memberships are one click away from cancellation, loyalty isn’t about gimmicks—it’s about delivering ongoing value, tailored experiences, and effortless renewals. Brands that treat their subscribers as evolving partners, not static accounts, create compounding satisfaction and advocacy.Why Subscription Loyalty Feels Different Now Membership models have replaced one-time transactions. Customers now expect not only what they paid for—but continuous evidence that they made the right

How Small Businesses Can Maintain Healthy Cash Flow for Long-Term Stability and Growth

Keeping your business’s cash flow steady is like keeping the heart of your company beating. When cash consistently flows in and out with control, owners can make decisions confidently, plan for expansion, and avoid unnecessary debt.    TL;DR Cash flow management is about timing — ensuring your business always has enough on hand to cover expenses while funding future opportunities. Focus on forecasting income, tracking expenses, invoicing consistently, and reinvesting wisely.    Why Cash Flow

Brand Like You Mean It: Foundational Moves for Small Business Owners

A logo won’t save you. Neither will a slick font. Branding is a decision—not a decoration. When you’re starting a business, everything feels like it needs to happen at once. But brand work? That’s not extra. It’s structural. Every conversation, every pitch, every page on your site builds from this foundation. Get your brand right, and things start sticking. Get it wrong—or ignore it—and every next step slips through your fingers.Define Who You Are Before Anyone Else Does You don’t start with colors—you

Scroll-Stopping Stories: Visual Marketing for a Generation Raised Online

In the loud, over-saturated amphitheater of social media, attention isn’t earned through logic—it’s sparked through feeling. For younger audiences who live and breathe in pixels and scrolls, what’s seen matters more than what’s said. They’ve grown up immersed in visual content, fluent in meme-speak and trained to detect inauthenticity faster than a banner ad loads. For brands, this doesn’t just require aesthetic savvy; it demands cultural fluency and a willingness to trade control for creativity. Emotion

Steps to Build and Sustain a Profitable Home Services Business

Have you ever dreamed of turning your knack for fixing things or your passion for home improvement into a lucrative business? Launching a home services enterprise could be your gateway to financial independence and professional fulfillment. However, the journey from concept to thriving business involves more than just good intentions – it requires strategic planning, insightful market analysis, and meticulous execution. Whether you’re aiming to become the go-to handyman in your neighborhood or the

Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool

Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features:   Intelligent Search and Retrieval: Entrepreneurs frequently need to access specific information buried within a vast collection of documents. The