Aspire North REALTORS Community Blood Drive
Aspire North REALTORS® is proud to partner with community leaders for a lifesaving Blood Drive on March 20th, and we invite our members and the greater Traverse City community to take part in this important event. Blood donations are critical to supporting local hospitals and patients in need, and just one donation can save up to three lives. As we continue to strengthen our community through service, this is a meaningful opportunity to give back in a powerful way. Appointments are encouraged to ensure a
Munson Healthcare Foundations Celebrates $1M Gift to Heart Services
Munson Healthcare Foundations Celebrates $1M Gift to Heart ServicesTRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — In recognition of American Heart Month, Munson Healthcare Foundations is thrilled to announce a $1 million gift to cardiac care from Traverse City residents Richard and Deborah Pascoe.Richard Pascoe, who worked as a periodontist in northern Michigan for over 40 years, was a lifelong supporter of local healthcare before his death in November 2025. He was inspired to make a legacy gift by neighbors Bob and Pauline Young,
Munson Healthcare Encourages Winter Safety, Plus Snowmobile Reminders After Uptick in Accidents
Munson Healthcare Encourages Winter Safety, Plus Snowmobile Reminders After Uptick in AccidentsIncrease in trauma-related accidents a cause for concern Traverse City, Mich. - Munson Healthcare has seen an uptick in trauma cases over the past several weeks, with many cases involving snowmobiles. On average, across the Munson system, there has been a 150 percent increase in snowmobile-related accidents from late December to late January, with several patients involved in snowmobile impacts with
News Release: 2/24/2026
REHMANN WINS CLEARLYRATED’S 2026 BEST OF ACCOUNTING FOR 11TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR Troy, MI – February 9, 2026– Rehmann, a fully integrated professional advisory firm, announced today that it has won ClearlyRated's Best of Accounting® Award for the 11th year in a row. This prestigious award is presented to firms that go above and beyond in offering superior service to their clients. ClearlyRated Best of Accounting Award winners have proven to be industry leaders in service quality, based entirely on
Munson’s New Elk Rapids Specialty Clinic Represents Another Step in Regional Care Transformation Plan
Munson’s New Elk Rapids Specialty Clinic Represents Another Step in Regional Care Transformation Plan Expanding outpatient specialty care outreach seeks to improve accessibility in rural areas Elk Rapids, MI – Munson Healthcare is pleased to announce the opening of an Outpatient Specialty Care Clinic in Elk Rapids on Monday, February 16 as part of ongoing efforts to provide greater access and convenience to patients. The clinic, located at 115 Bridge Street in Elk Rapids, will now offer
Traverse City Kiwanis and Kids Coalition Against Hunger Rally to Combat Child Hunger
Kids Coalition Against Hunger is an international humanitarian organization dedicated to significantly reducing child hunger in the United States and around the world.This year’s meal-packing event will take place on Saturday, February 7, at 9:00 a.m. at Traverse City Central High School on Eastern Avenue. Volunteers aim to pack more than 20,000 meals during the event.For the past 19 years, the Traverse City Kiwanis Club and Kiwanis Family members—including Key Clubs from Traverse City Central High School,
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CMU selected for statewide teacher preparation initiative
CMU selected for statewide teacher preparation initiative CMU will participate in a statewide collaborative to strengthen how future educators are prepared. January 22, 2026 Central Michigan University has been selected as one of five Michigan universities to launch the 2026 Education Preparation Providers (EPP) Collaborative. This two-year statewide initiative is designed to improve teacher preparation recruitment, retention and quality, and form a strong foundation to help teacher preparation
Big Brothers Big Sisters Announces Bigs of the Year
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan (Bigs) is proud to announce the 2025 Big Brother and Big Sister of the Year, recognizing two exceptional volunteer mentors who have made a lasting impact on the lives of local youth. Steve Niergarth and Rachel Roe were voted Big Brother and Big Sister of the Year for Antrim, Grand Traverse, and Kalkaska Counties. Each year, Bigs honors outstanding mentors who exemplify the power of connection and the life-changing impact of one-to-one mentoring. Nominated
REHMANN APPOINTS LAURA OBLINGER AS DIRECTOR OF CLIENT SUCCESS AND GROWTH
REHMANNAPPOINTS LAURA OBLINGER AS DIRECTOR OF CLIENT SUCCESS AND GROWTH Firm veteran expands role to maximize client value and lead multi-state growth initiatives Troy, Mich., January 26, 2026 – Rehmann, a fully integrated professional advisory firm, is pleased to announce the expansion of Laura Oblinger’s role from Director of Client Services and Business Development to Director of Client Success and Growth, effective February 1. In this expanded leadership role, Oblinger will support and
CRYSTAL NEWS: New development, indoor golf, new mascot, and flex passes top the list of highlights for what’s new this winter at Crystal Mountain
THOMPSONVILLE, Mich. (October 30, 2025) – An exciting season of changes is in store at Crystal Mountain this winter. The resort is putting the next phase of development in motion, offering more flexible options for lift tickets, introducing winter golf, welcoming a new mascot, and overall, continuing to invest in winter. This season, guests will notice construction underway as the resort begins the initial stage of its North Village Project with a new Mountain Operations building. Expected to be completed
Crystal Mountain welcomes two dynamic leaders to the Groups Sales team
THOMPSONVILLE, Mich. (April 24, 2025) – Crystal Mountain, northern Michigan’s premier four-season resort, is thrilled to announce the hiring of two accomplished individuals to its sales leadership team. Ashley Curd and Skye Lemmen have joined Crystal Mountain as Group Sales Managers, bringing a wealth of experience and a shared passion for the region to their new roles.Ashley Curd, a Northern Michigan native, returns to her roots with a strong background in client management and engagement. Most recently,
