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County’s new boat christened
The Leelanau County Sheriff’s Office dedicated the new patrol boat for its marine safety unit at Leland Harbor Aug. 29. Sheriff Mike Borkovich, who hosted the ceremony, said that it took eight years of grant applications to fund the purchase of this boat. 09/04/2024 03:50 PM
Leland bridge walkers follow a Leland Township fire truck during the LAbor Day celebrations that was followed by refreshments at the Old Art Building. Enterprise photo by Brian Freiberger
Rd. Comm. views summer projects
The Leelanau County Road Commission had no old/new business items on its Tuesday meeting agenda, but road commission staff updated commissioners and the public on road work as part of their regular staff reports. 09/04/2024 03:50 PM
Busy Labor Day weekend on tap
Busy Labor Day weekend on tap
The Mackinac Bridge Walk has taken place each Labor Day since 1958. However, Leelanau has three of its own “bridge walks,” with some approaching 30 years this weekend. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
Jen Stephens and her dog Kash competed at the Ultimate Air Dogs competition at the Cedar Polka Fest on Saturday and Sunday. Kash had a jump of 19 feet 10 inches in the final. Enterprise photo by Brian Freiberger
Jen Stephens and her dog Kash
Jen Stephens and her dog Kash competed at the Ultimate Air Dogs competition at the Cedar Polka Fest on Saturday and Sunday. Kash had a jump of 19 feet 10 inches in the final. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
Father Michael Lingaur, a graduate of Lake Leelanau St. Mary, helped lead a Polish heritage Mass held Sunday during the Polka Fest. Photo courtesy of James Frick
Lingaur returns to Polka Fest
It’s been two decades since Mike Lingaur graduated from Lake Leelanau St. Mary and another dozen years since he last attended the Cedar Polka Fest. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
School back in session
School back in session
It’s nearly here: a new start for county students and teachers as Glen Lake, Leland, Suttons Bay, Northport, Lake Leelanau St. Mary, and Leelanau School open their doors and crank up the air conditioning for the 2024-25 school year, which begins on Tuesday. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
Kelly’s case in Elmwood dismissed
Kelly’s case in Elmwood dismissed
Elmwood Township prevailed in court against former township Supervisor Jack Kelly Monday. Thirteenth Circuit Court Judge Charles Hamlyn ruled in favor of the township and decided there was no legal basis for Kelly’s allegation that the township board violated the Michigan Open Meetings Act (OMA) at their Feb. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
Children’s Museum to host fundraiser
Children’s Museum to host fundraiser
The Great Lakes Children’s Museum will host its annual A-ha! Fundraiser on Saturday, October 12. This year, the event will take place at the picturesque Hagerty Center, offering first-class views and a delectable menu. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
Cayenne peppers, available at “The Hot Spot,” come in at a Scoville rating of 30,000 to 50,000. Photos courtesy of Joshua Spencer
The Hot Spot opens for the season
Hot pepper lovers in the region can rejoice as a food stand in Empire that opened earlier this month is now stocked with a variety of inseason peppers ranging in spice levels for just about anyone to enjoy. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
Hanna Beardsley (left) and Carly Revard (right) have been busy this summer helping customers at the new Cosmetic Skin $ Laser Center in Suttons Bay that opened in June. Enterprise photo by Brian Freiberger
Cosmetic options now in S-B
Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center (CSLC/RegenCen) in Suttons Bay opened in June as the Michigan and Florida company expanded to the Leelanau Peninsula. CSLC is the nation’s leading provider of regenerative aesthetics and anti-aging medicine, according to lead project & marketing manager Leslie Wahlstrom. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
Kids participating in the Pathfinder School’s forest kindergarten program are pictured last year. Since being introduced, the program has helped not only foster a love and curiosity for the outdoors among kindergarten students, but it has also led to academic achievements. Courtesy photo
“Forest kindergarten” offers youth immersive learning experience
A school program focused on integrating the wonders of nature with academic experiences will be offered once again this year for kindergartners at The Pathfinder School. The independent school first introduced the unique but highly successful program last year. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
More than two dozen people participated in the second annual Northport Creek and Northport Point golf tournament held on August 21 at Northport Creek Golf Course. After the 9 hole scramble, a luncheon was provided by New Bohemian Cafe. Courtesy photos
2nd annual Northport golf tournament held
The second annual Northport Creek and Northport Point golf tournament was held August 21, bringing together members from two groups once again to share in the beloved sport. 14 players from each club participated in the 9 hole scramble at Northport Creek Golf Course, a change from last year’s tournament location held at Northport Point. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM
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