Munson Medical hits record occupancy: Last week, the Traverse City hospital ran at 103% capacity with 455 inpatients amid a post–National Cherry Festival tourism surge, prompting new efficiency measures and potential expansions — find out how they’re managing the influx.
Shady Lane’s inaugural Wine Run: On Aug. 10, loop through the vineyard at Shady Lane Cellars, snag swag and cap your run with a post-race wine pour — find out how to join.
Corridor Improvement Authority preview: Residents and businesses will have the chance to weigh in on the proposed East Bay Beach District improvements—from new crossings and continuous sidewalks to a public pier and streetscaping—during two July 30 sessions at Township Hall and Hopscotch Brick Oven & Taproom — find out how you can weigh in.
Nearly one million travelers: Cherry Capital Airport is on track to welcome almost 1 million passengers by year’s end, marking a record rebound — find out what it means.
Traverse City summer food fest: This Aug. 20–24, Traverse City Food & Wine returns with over 70 events—from farm-to-table dinners and chef demonstrations to The Grand Tasting on Aug. 23 at Open Space Park — check out the full lineup.
Other Traverse City headlines this week
- DNR plans ADA-compliant bridge in Traverse City
- Southwestern hot dogs reached Traverse City’s Dogwood
- Make MI Home offers expanded housing support
- Dunesville Music Festival kicks off July 25
- Carly Nicholas joined DDA, boosting community engagement
- Salvation Army kicks off $10K Christmas-in-July drive
