Stories tagged: "Traverse City"

Politics FILE - In this file image from a Zoom meeting provided by the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners, Grand Traverse County Commissioner Ron Clous holds a rifle at his home during a county commissioners meeting Jan. 20, 2021, in Michigan. Clous displayed the rifle during the online meeting in response to a citizen's comments about a far-right extremist group, drawing backlash from some local residents. (Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners via AP, File)
Politics Chaos Hits Traverse City After Commissioner Flashes Gun During County Meeting

He called a hate group “decent guys” and his latest public stunt with a rifle has the Traverse City community calling for his resignation.

Associated Press Associated Press February 22, 2021 4:38 pm EST
Vaccines Explained Pharmacist Mike Tiberg, retired, has returned to work to prepare COVID vaccines in Grand Traverse County.
Vaccines Explained No More ‘Standing on the Sidelines’: Why This Michigan Pharmacist Came Out of Retirement

Retired pharmacist Mike Tiberg was ready to come back to work so he could play a part in the largest vaccination campaign in history.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel January 25, 2021 1:59 pm EST
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Michigan Life This Northern Michigan Town Is Trying to Solve a Diversity Problem Through Books—Here’s How You Can Help

Traverse City Area Public Schools is beginning to diversify its population, beginning with books. It all started with one student's petition.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain November 13, 2020 10:15 am EST
Voting Dr. Jill Biden's recent trip to Traverse City sparked an inspiration with a growing momentum behind it.
Voting Traverse City Is Embracing the Blue Wave. What Does That Mean For Michigan?

"We've come a long way," Mayor Jim Carruthers told The 'Gander. Here's a look at a community movement building in a beloved Michigan town.

Sherri Kolade Sherri Kolade October 13, 2020 1:07 pm EDT
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Business This Michigan Mom Never Imagined Her Business Would Soar During the Pandemic

Alecia Hoxie took advantage of quarantine by using the time to nurture her crafty side hustle. And the Michigan mom has advice to share.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain June 1, 2020 4:19 pm EDT

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Post Courtesy of Bees in the D Environment ‘A Voice for the Bees’: One Michigander’s Quest to Bring Bees Back
Nedal Al Hayek plays with his son, Taym, and daughter, Layal, outside their new home on July 28, 2015 in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The family, including Nedals wife, Raeda, fled Syria after he was beaten and tortured by forces loyal to Bashar al-Assad. Nedal says he still worries for the safety of his extended family in Syria. Since the war started the United States has resettled under 1,500 refugees, despite over 12,000 applications. This fall, U.S. President Barack Obama announced that least 10,000 displaced Syrians will be allowed into the United states over the next year. This announcement was followed up by U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry announcing the United States would accept 85,000 refugees from around the world next year and that total would rise to 100,000 in 2017. Family How the Skills of People Fleeing Crises Bolster Michigan’s Culture and Economy
Photo courtesy Allison Alexander Coronavirus ‘We Owe It to Them’: She’s Fully Vaccinated, But Masks to Protect Kids
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Michigan Life Happy 125th Birthday, Traverse City! Here Are 5 Cherry Must-Haves You Can Order Online.

Here’s your guide to the virtual celebrations and, of course, all the cherry products one could hope for!

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain May 18, 2020 10:37 am EDT