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Half Block Set For Demolition in Kingsley as Mixed-Use Development Plan Moves Ahead

By Art Bukowski | June 10, 2026

Downtown Kingsley will look radically different at some point in the coming months.

The Kingsley Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is expected to put out a request for proposals this week to demolish all buildings on the south side of Main Street between Brownson Ave and Elm Street. The buildings are clustered on the east half of the block; the west half is already vacant land.

It’s the next step in a long-discussed plan to construct a large development to revitalize and energize downtown.

“The goal is a mixed-use development with a housing component and a retail component,” Kingsley DDA Chair Max Anderson tells The Ticker. “And whether that's one giant …

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Rotary Charities of Traverse City Announces Spring 2026 Grant Awards

 

A total of $444,000 has been awarded by Rotary Charities to seven nonprofit organizations and public …

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State Theatre Closed for More Roof Repairs

After closing for over a month earlier this year to repair a leaking roof, the State Theatre …

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Boil Water Notice Issued in East Bay Township

A boil water notice was issued Tuesday morning for part of East Bay Township after a suspected …

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County Looks to Launch Community Development Department

Grand Traverse County is getting closer to launching a new community development department – a team that …

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Today Wednesday, June 10, 2026

8:00 AM

Sara Hardy Downtown Farmers Market

Held on Saturdays through June 27 from 7:30am-noon; also on Wednesdays starting in June until July 1 from … More Info >>

9:45 AM

GTRLC: Trail Building @ The Ridge

Get a sneak peek of The Ridge before it opens to the public! Join GTRLC for a hands-on … More Info >>

10:00 AM

2026 Summer Member Show

Runs June 6 - July 10. Opening reception on June 6 from 5-7pm. Featuring a wide variety of … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Beyond the Print

Runs May 16 - June 19. Opening reception held on May 16 at 4pm. Featuring works by regional … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Guild Pop-Up Exhibit: Jennifer Tobias

My 45th Parallel Lives explores the landscapes & agricultural traditions of two places the artist calls home: Northern … More Info >>

10:00 AM

Seniors on the T.A.R.T.

A weekly get-together for seniors to help them become more active & find social connections. Join a group … More Info >>

10:30 AM

Balance Bike Meet Ups (ER)

From June through Aug., Norte hosts Balance Bike Club meetups for first-time riders. These low-key, drop-in affairs are … More Info >>

10:30 AM

Balance Bike Meet Ups (TC)

From June through Aug., Norte hosts Balance Bike Club meetups for first-time riders. These low-key, drop-in affairs are … More Info >>

11:00 AM

Quiet Observations - Bruce Peeso & Jude Pokorny

Partners in life & art, Jude Pokorny & Bruce Peeso are well known throughout the U.S. for their … More Info >>

12:00 PM

2026 Northport Photo Exhibit

This annual exhibit, now in its ninth year, continues to grow in both artistic reach & visual diversity. … More Info >>

2:00 PM

Antrim 0-6 Summer Safety Kick-off Event

Families can learn about summer safety, including fire safety, body safety & car seat checks. There will also … More Info >>

5:00 PM

3rd Annual Benzie Pride Month Dinner

Enjoy appetizers, pizza & dessert. There will also be live music & a craft table. More Info >>

6:00 PM

Cerus Quartet Open Rehearsal

These interactive sessions offer audiences the opportunity to observe rehearsals, hear works in progress, ask questions, & chat … More Info >>

6:00 PM

Transportation Riders United Round-The-Mitten Transit Tour

Stop on a statewide tour using only public transportation to travel between cities in MI. Along the way … More Info >>

7:00 PM

Novelist Sara Maurer

Meet debut novelist Sara Maurer, purchase a copy of "A Good Animal," & enjoy a glass of wine … More Info >>

Weathering the Storm: City Measures Infrastructure Impacts from Flooding

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Safe Harbor's Year in Review

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Historic Elk Rapids Township Hall Association Launches Capital Campaign, Starts New Chapter

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Next Phase of Monroe Reconstruction Starts Monday

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Harmonious Homecoming: New West Senior High Choral Director Has Deep TCAPS Roots

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Parade of Homes Set for June 18-21

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TCLP Upgrades EV Charging Stations

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City Accelerates Street Marking Work

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MDOT to Finish Three Mile Project This Week Ahead of Schedule

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NMC Announces 2026 Fellows

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City Commission to Consider Short-Term Rental Caps

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Nurses, Munson Reach Tentative Contract Agreement

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TC Planning Commission Considers Riparian Buffer Ordinance, East Front Properties

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Governmental Center Repairs Top County Agenda

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