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ShareCare’s Memory Cafe opens in S-B

ShareCare’s Memory Cafe opens in S-B

ShareCare of Leelanau’s Memory Cafe opened its doors to the public for the first time on August 27 at their new Suttons Bay location, offering a safe and welcoming space for those with memory loss and their caregivers. 09/12/2024 06:28 AM

Vaccines available for flu, RSV and COVID

Vaccines available for flu, RSV and COVID

The lengthening shadows and peek of color on the trees means more than just a shift to cooler weather. It means it a good time to prepare for the illnesses that spread when people come together. 09/12/2024 06:28 AM

Pete and Marilyn Edwards of Empire love exploring the county in autumn. Courtesy photo

Fall foragers hit the trails

Foragers are making sure to collect what Mother Nature gives this fall off of the floor of Leelanau forests. Empire Township residents Pete and Marilyn Edwards once met while crossing paths on a hike. 09/12/2024 06:28 AM

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The quiet power of breath:

In our fast-paced world, where stress seems to lurk around every corner, we’re all on the lookout for ways to find peace. We explore the latest wellness trends, try new diets, and embrace fitness routines, all in the name of health. 09/12/2024 06:28 AM

Collin Gaudard, head distiller at Mammoth Distilling, talks about the history of growing Rosen rye on South Manitou Island. Enterprise photo by Brian Freiberger

Mammoth Distilling to use Rosen rye

Mammoth Distilling’s Collin Gaudard led a presentation for a group from the Leelanau County Historical Society visiting South Manitou Island Monday to talk about their historical preservation project of Rosen rye on the Leelanau County Island. 09/12/2024 06:28 AM

Iconic chef Justin Tootla prepares a ‘Leelanau burger’ at Gilchrist Farm in Suttons Bay. Enterprise photo by Brian Freiberger

Gilchrist Farm welcome chefs

Gilchrist Farm in Suttons Bay launched a new menu with the help of award-winning chefs Jennifer Jackson and Justin Tootla. Jackson and Tootla are Detroit-based celebrated chefs that have cooked all over the United States. 09/12/2024 06:28 AM

Local non-profits Impact100 finalists

Local non-profits Impact100 finalists

Two local non-profits have been named finalists in Impact100 Traverse City. During a membership event Aug. 09/04/2024 03:50 PM

Kate Thornhill of Suttons Bay leads an educational workshop on composting at the Poor Farm Barn in Maple City in May 2023. Thornhill is founder and caretaker of the Leo Creek Preserve in Suttons Bay, which protects a popular hangout for Leelanau Montessori students and promotes environment...

SB woman values outdoor education

County residents looking to adopt more eco-friendly waste disposal methods can learn about composting from displays at the Leo Creek Preserve in Suttons Bay and the Poor Farm Barn in Maple City. Kate Thornhill, a lifelong resident of Suttons Bay, made these displays after studying composting for close to a decade. 09/04/2024 03:50 PM

Wayfaring signs added late last school year helps families know how to navigate the campus. Enterprise photo by Amy Hubbell

St. Mary students return to classes

Lake Leelanau St. Mary is ready for yet another school in 2024 as the school continues to approach its 140th anniversary in 2028. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM

Leelanau School expands program

Leelanau School expands program

The Leelanau School in Glen Arbor is expanding its programs to serve today’s adolescent students and their future goals through a renewed strategic plan, new offerings, staffing, students, and professional development investments, according to Leelanau Head of School Rob Hansen. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM

Glen Lake has nearly finished construction for its new secure entries as part of summer projects. Enterprise photo by Brian Freiberger

Glen Lake will have roughly 790 students

Glen Lake is setting sail on the 2024 school year on Tuesday with high hopes of student achievement. “We feel really good heading into the school year,” Glen Lake Superintendent Jason Misner said. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM

G-L adds second GSRP class

G-L adds second GSRP class

Glen Lake will now have space for 32 preschool students with almost all families paying zero in tuition, thanks to a grant that fell into place last week. The State of Michigan awards money to the Intermediate school district that turns into slots for students that are divided up amongst local school districts. 08/28/2024 10:35 PM

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