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Kat Dakota’s artwork, pictured here, is featured on the August issue of the Journal of American Veterinary Medical Association. Courtesy photo
Leelanau artist Kat Dakota’s artwork featured on veterinary journal
Readers can catch Leelanau artist Kat Dakota’s artwork on the cover of the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (JAVMA) this month. The American Veterinary Medical Association is one of the nation’s leading advocates for veterinary care and medical advancement with distribution around the country. 08/14/2024 04:33 PM
People were out enjoying the vibrant sunset setting over Lake Michigan at Van’s Beach Monday evening. Enterprise photo by Meakalia Previch-Liu
People were out enjoying
People were out enjoying the vibrant sunset setting over Lake Michigan at Van’s Beach Monday evening. 08/14/2024 04:33 PM
Quilters have supported St. Mary School/Parish for generations. This photo dates back to the 1950s. Courtesy photo
Quilt show set for Sunday Sept. 1
St. Mary Quilters will host their annual Quilt Show and Bake Sale Labor Day weekend. 08/14/2024 04:33 PM
Spectrum expands service in west Leelanau
Spectrum expands service in west Leelanau
Spectrum announced Tuesday the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV and Voice services to more than 660 homes and small businesses in Leelanau County. Spectrum’s newly-constructed fiber-optic network buildout to residents and businesses in portions of Cleveland, Glenn Arbor, Empire and Kasson Townships, is part of the company’s approximately $9 billion investment in previously unserved or underserved rural communities, partly offset by $2 billion in government support funding. 08/14/2024 04:33 PM
Lt. Roger Craig has been appointed as commander of the Michigan State Police Post in Traverse City. Courtesy photo
New commander at T-C State Police Post
The Michigan State Police (MSP) is proud to announce the promotion of First Lieutenant Roger Craig as the Michigan State Police (MSP) Traverse City Post Commander. Craig is a native of Greenville, Michigan. 08/14/2024 04:33 PM
Elmwood postpones new alcohol regs
Elmwood postpones new alcohol regs
The Elmwood Township Board postponed reforming the alcohol regulations in the township’s zoning ordinance at their monthly meeting Monday. Instead, officials directed the township planning commission to meet with Traverse City Whiskey Company (TC Whiskey) staff to ensure the new language does not impede the distillery’s development at 9440 S. 08/14/2024 04:33 PM
It wasn’t all work for farmers. Cricket, was played in rural areas as well. Enterprise photos by Brian Frieberger
G-L School seeking $8.1 million bond
Glen Lake has come to a final decision of whether or not they will put a millage on the ballot in November. After months of talks, the Lakers will put the wheels in motion for an $8.175 million campaign (.48 mills over 20 years) to fund infrastructure projects at the school. 08/14/2024 04:33 PM
Correction:
Correction:
The name of Saving Birds Thru Habitat’s president is spelled Mike Berst, not Brest. He and his wife Barbara Richman live in Omena. *** Steve Yoder’s term as Solon Township trustee expires in November. *** An incorrect headline was published last week for a story lauding the fundraising work of the Friends of Lake Leelanau Foundation, which starting in 2025 will be funding the project to eradicate Eurasian water milfoil from the lake. The Friends group has not yet hit its goal of raising $8 million. Fundraising events are continuing toward that goal. 08/14/2024 04:33 PM
Leelanau County’s incumbent register of deeds, Jennifer Grant
Leelanau County’s incumbent register of deeds, Jennifer Grant
Leelanau County’s incumbent register of deeds, Jennifer Grant, pulls one of her campaign signs out from a yard in front of a home in Lake Leelanau. Grant defeated Renee Wyler for the Republican nomination in the Aug. 6 primary election, and since she has no Democratic challenger, Grant will be unopposed on the Nov. 5 general election ballot. Grant received 84.18% of the votes, or 3,133 out of 3,716 votes. “I am truly humbled with all the support!” Grant said on Facebook. “Thank you for putting your trust in me and allowing me to continue serving this beautiful county!” 08/08/2024 06:09 AM
Voters back millage proposals
Voters back millage proposals
All three Leelanau County-wide millage renewal proposals on the Aug. 6 primary election ballot passed, according to the unofficial election results linked on leelanau.gov. Voters authorized the renewal of the county roads and highways maintenance and repair millage, the early childhood services millage, and the senior citizens services millage. 08/08/2024 06:09 AM
The second tower at the county government center campus remains devoid of any antennas. Enterprise photo by Zachary Marano
Cell dead zones challenge residents
Jake Kiessel gets requests every morning to call his customers before arriving at a repair stop. If only he could. 08/08/2024 06:09 AM
Leland Twp. prevails in court
Leland Twp. prevails in court
The lawsuit filed by a developer denied a permit to build a Planned Unit Development in Leland appears to have come to an end — favoring Leland Township. Judge Kevin Elsenheimer issued his ruling Monday in Williams and Main LLC v. 08/08/2024 06:09 AM
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