Traverse City News and Events

Increasing Behavioral Health Needs, Disjointed Services, Facility Layout Flagged in Jail Planning

By Beth Milligan | Aug. 10, 2026

GFC International, a firm hired to lead public engagement for planning a new Grand Traverse County jail/justice center, shared its findings Friday after meeting with 80 local stakeholders and hosting community surveys and pop-ups. Three key themes emerged: People are entering the jail with increasingly complex mental health and substance abuse needs, the different parts of the justice system don’t function as a cohesive whole, and the lack of a centralized facility for multiple agencies creates numerous challenges.

GFC presented the report to a jail executive steering committee, with presentations to come in September to the two jail advisory committees – the Justice Facility Advisory Committee (JFAC) and Justice …

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The Watershed Center Sees Progress in Burnette Foods Lawsuit

This week’s Northern Express — sister publication of The Ticker — is the Our Greatest Lakes issue, …

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Great Lakes Maritime Leaders Grapple With Federal Waivers, Nationwide 'Uncertainty'

An ongoing series of federal waivers has created a storm of uncertainty for the United States maritime …

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(Over)Supply And Demand? Local Rental Storage Market Sags

While local development activity of all kinds has soared over the last five years, you might have …

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Shorts to Host First Event at "Short's Landing" on Aug. 15

Shorts Brewing will host a patio party at its new location in Traverse City.

"While the interior …

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Today Monday, August 10, 2026

8:00 AM

Northwestern Michigan Fair

Aug. 9-15. Today is Senior Day. Enjoy various animal showings, Veteran's Memorial & Ice Cream Social, truck & … More Info >>

9:30 AM

"For the Birds" Art Exhibition

Featuring local & international artists whose work explores diversity among birds, & their importance to our shared ecosystem. … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Cherry State of Mind

Runs July 17 – Aug. 22. This exhibit celebrates the 100th anniversary of the National Cherry Festival & … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Container

This exhibit explores the many meanings of containment through both sculptural & two-dimensional works. Runs July 17-Aug. 22. … More Info >>

10:00 AM

FPCL Annual Used Book Sale

Stock up on books, puzzles, games, DVDs & CDs. Members-only shopping is Aug. 6 from 3-7pm (join at … More Info >>

10:00 AM

My Michigan

Michigan artists Rick Koehler & Stan Myers capture that Up North feeling with contemporary works in oil & … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Paint Grand Traverse: Extended Exhibit

Experience the beauty of northern Michigan through the eyes of 31 acclaimed plein air artists from across the … More Info >>

5:30 PM

UNP Tarot Workshop

A collaborative exploration of tarot for self-care & inspiration. Decks & books by queer creators available to interact … More Info >>

6:00 PM

Lessons Learned from the Data Center Fightback!

Data centers in northern Michigan are threatening our land, water & electricity bills. Stay active & informed to … More Info >>

7:00 PM

An Orchestra in Miniature Clarinet Trio with Hyemin Kim, Jeanmarie Riccobono & Evelyn Elsing

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What's Next For Interlochen Abuse Investigations?

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Mall Businesses on the Move, Mill District Plans Take Shape, More Retail/Restaurant News

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2026 Primary Election Results

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Munson Commits $100,000 to Grand Traverse Area Women’s Resource Center

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Tom Stokes, Pioneering Traverse City Music Educator, Has Passed Away

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Childcare Center Proposed for Civic Center

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TC Man Arrested on Child Sexual Assault Charges

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TCBN: Oversupply Drives Down Rental Storage Market

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How Two Downstate Developers Became Major Traverse City Construction Players

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Fife Lake Voters Mull 'Unprecedented' Village Disincorporation

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City Manager Issues Statement on Planning Director Firing

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East Bay Projects on Deck: New Development, Safe Routes to School, TART

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TVC Passenger Counts Pass ’25 Pace

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Putting TCAPS High School Choir in the Spotlight

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