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Candi Hornacek says it was a busy season for maintenance workers in the summer, but September has lessened visitation. Enterprise photo by Alan Campbell

National Lakeshore visitation rebounds

Propelled by a near record-setting June and solid performances in July and August, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore visitation appears headed for its busiest season in at least four years. That presents a contrast with tourism in the Traverse City area, which the CEO of Traverse City Tourism recently rated as “B minus” compared to recent years. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

Elmwood distillery takes shape

Elmwood distillery takes shape

Gallagher Farms in Elmwood Township, which is perhaps best known as the venue for Bay View Weddings, is getting a new distillery tasting room. Although the Gallaghers still need to complete construction and secure their federal and state licenses, they hope to open for business in late summer or early fall 2025. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

James L. Routzahn

James L. Routzahn

MAPLE CITY- James Lee Routzahn, 45, of Maple City, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, unexpectedly and peacefully at his home. James was born November 14, 1978, in Northport and is the son of David Routzahn and Debra Van Zee. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

Jason L. Carstens

Jason L. Carstens

1976 ~ 2024 Jason Lee Carstens, 47, passed away during a cardiac medical emergency on Sept. 8, 2024, while on an elk hunt in Colorado with his family. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

Sandra R. Miller

Sandra R. Miller

Sandra “Sandy” Rae Miller, 85, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at the Grand Traverse Pavilions – Willow Cottage. Sandy Bright was born on January 19, 1939, in Traverse City, to the late Miles and Helene (Marwinski) Bright. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

Ruth P. Koeze

Ruth Phyllis Koeze was born in Oak Lawn, Illinois on December 22, 1940. She passed away on September 2, 2024 after a sudden decline in her health. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

Rosemary Charlotte Banish

Rosemary Charlotte Banish

Rosemary Charlotte Banish, 83 of Traverse City passed away peacefully on September 10,2024. Rosemary is survived by her loving Husband Bill, her daughter Jennifer (Keith) Kaminski, Son Greg Banish, Granddaughter Lauren (Dillon) Mitchell, and many nieces and nephews. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

COMING EVENTS

Organizations wishing to have their public events listed in this calendar can email [email protected] or call The Enterprise, 256-9827, before 5 p.m. Friday. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

Upcoming fall events at the Old Art Building include streamed presentations collaboration with Northwestern Michigan College’s International Affairs Forum. Enterprise photo by Amy Hubbell

Plenty to do at the Old Art Building

The Old Art Building (OAB) in Leland has a number of events to put on your fall calendars. The first, scheduled for 6:30 tonight, is part of a cooperative agreement with the Traverse City International Affairs Forum. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

Lydia and Tom Woodruff have been sifting through the archives in their home to find artwork that will be used at the opening reception for the “Follow the Art: Tom Woodruff Retrospective” exhibit at the Northport Art Association on Friday from 5-8 p.m. Courtesy photo

Tom Woodruff Retrospective art exhibit to debut Friday

The highly anticipated “Follow the Art: Tom Woodruff Retrospective” exhibit is set to debut at the Northport Arts Association (NAA) building on Friday, with the opening reception from 5-8 p.m. Those who can’t make it to the reception will have the chance to view art in various forms by the beloved Northport artist from Sept. 21-29 during gallery hours from noon to 4 p.m. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

Growing pains surface in county

Growing pains surface in county

In the past year, Enterprise readers have come to know about controversial developments in at least two communities. The proposed expansion of the Northgate Leelanau Pines campground, was turned down twice by Centerville Township planners. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

With thanks

To the editor: I want to sincerely thank Al Campbell for his dedication to running Kids Fishing Day. With the support of the Parks Commission, MDNR, the Grand Traverse Band, and many volunteers, Al has helped countless kids catch their first fish. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

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