The latest news from WVBI
First some news… The first ferry trips are set for a week from now, but the harbor still has a fair bit of ice. We’ll just have to wait and see how things develop. Photo from WVBI Webcam Story from UpNorth Live – James Itani, 41, was sentenced to 25-40 years in prison […]
Community Calendar Report for Tuesday, March 31st, 2026. First, some news… Community members in Traverse City are supporting Coast Guard families facing potential pay disruption due to the federal funding fight. Efforts include collecting donations, stocking a pantry with essentials, and organizing events like an Easter breakfast. Final Four: Michigan v Arizona, UConn v […]
Community Calendar Report for Monday, March 30th, 2026. First, some news… Munson Medical Center nurses in Traverse City are planning a practice strike on Thursday, April 9, from 4:30 to 6:15 p.m. The nurses report concerns about staffing levels, mandatory overtime, and working without a contract. Munson Medical Center reports negotiations are ongoing, and […]
Community Calendar Report for Friday, March 27th, 2026. First, some news… A proposed Michigan Senate bill would require drivers aged 75 and older to take vision, written, and driving tests every four years, with annual tests required after age 85. While some support the bill for safety reasons, others argue it discriminates against elderly […]
Community Calendar Report for Thursday, March 26th, 2026. First, some news… The Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office is using virtual reality technology to train deputies in realistic, high-pressure situations. The immersive training system allows officers to practice de-escalation and use-of-force techniques in various scenarios, providing a controlled, cost-effective training environment. Jordan Valley Outfitters offers guided […]
First some news… Michigan House Bill 4471 aims to address staffing shortages in sheriff’s and prosecutor’s offices by allowing retirees to return to work without forfeiting their pensions. The bill, which removes the 1,000-hour limit for retirees in 13 counties, could benefit those counties but may impact smaller agencies that currently hire retirees for full-time […]
Community Calendar Report for Tuesday, March 24th, 2026. First some news… Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer convened a roundtable with lawmakers and stakeholders to address the state’s housing crisis. The main focus was on increasing housing supply by streamlining regulations and addressing affordability issues, as housing costs have outpaced income growth. Bipartisan bills are being […]
Community Calendar Report for Monday, March 23rd, 2026. First some news… The Little Traverse Conservancy and TOMMBA (Top of Michigan Mountain Bike Association) are raising $300,000 to protect 36 acres of hardwood forest near the Boyne Forest Trails. The funds will also be used for trail extension and equipment. Be cautious in areas impacted […]
Community Calendar Report for Friday, March 20th, 2026.-I First some news… Michigan awarded over $1 million in history grants to 45 communities for projects tied to the U.S. semiquincentennial. The Charlevoix Historical Society recently received an award of $28,760 for an exhibit on the impact of the railroad on Charlevoix. The BI Historical Society […]
Community Calendar Report for Thursday, March 19th, 2026. The Vincent Massey locking through the Poe lock yesterday. Photo by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District First some news… Ron Marsh reports that all County Roads were cleared of snow from what he has dubbed the Great Blizzard of ’26 as of 10 Tuesday […]