For almost 40 years, Benzie Area Christian Neighbors (BACN) have offered food, clothing, and education to the Benzie area community. But more recently, they’re working on expanding. “I think the funny piece right now is people will say, ‘Oh I see you, what’s going on at BACN?’,” said BACN Executive Director Gerri VanAntwerp. It’s a new building—a project BACN says…
With the cold temperatures and snow on the ground, that can only mean one thing for those in Houghton Lake—the return of Tip Up Town. The annual event will make its return Jan. 22-23 and Jan. 29. “We have an ice slide for children, the snow sculptures, everything,” said Houghton Lake Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jay Jacobs. “We’re just…
Houghton Lake’s Tip Up Town is set to start Jan. 22-23 and Jan. 29. Not only does the festival an impact on the community, but it also has an impact on the local businesses during both weekends. Lyman’s on the Lake Resort says this weekend is one of their busiest of the year. Along with running the shop, they’re also…
As every business experiences a staffing shortage, those in the EMT and Paramedic field know it’s especially hard to find qualified employees. That’s why Michigan Works! Region 7B and Houghton Lake Ambulance Authority have teamed up to start a new apprenticeship program in the region. “It’s not just the learning classroom portion, but it’s the hands on experience,” said Deputy…
“This is what we call Sunday dinner, every Sunday, you started the sauce on Saturday,” said Eric Nittolo, the owner of Nittolo’s Pizza in Lake Leelanau. Now he is bringing these dishes to you, seven days a week. “My culture, where I come from, you’re born into this, this is not taught, this is intertwined in my DNA, yeah I…
“There’s so much energy in this building, and it proves it when a person walks in here. They smile from the minute they walk in that door and they’ll be in here two or three hours, and they’re still smiling.” Phil Wolf owns the Wolf’s Den in Scottville. “You’re not gonna find a store like this anywhere.” Your home is…
A house fire in Newaygo County left two people dead Tuesday morning. The City of Big Rapids Fire Department said the call came in around 5 a.m. about a house fire southwest of Big Rapids on Cottonwood Avenue. “Upon arrival they did find a fully involved house fire,” said City of Big Rapids Fire Chief Steve Schroeder. “The fire was…
We all get junk mail every now and again, and sometimes, it’s not even addressed to us. But how about junk mail addressed to someone who’s been dead for almost 150 years? The Mancelona Chamber of Commerce received a letter from Chase Bank to apply for a credit card. The addressee was Mr. Perry Andress, who’s one of the town’s…
During Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s stop in Traverse City on Friday, she spent time discussing the issue of mental health with Grand Traverse County leaders. She met with mental health advocates for a roundtable discussion on the impact mental health has on northern Michigan, and solutions to help the issue. Experts from mental health centers, local schools, Munson Healthcare and others…
As businesses continue to deal with the pandemic, issues like affordable housing, finding talent and childcare remain at the forefront. Michigan leaders were able to share ways they’re helping bring resources to the area at the Northern Michigan Policy Conference in Traverse City on Friday. “If we stay focused on the fundamentals, we can get Michigan on the path to…
