The Leelanau Enterprise had an article on the possible sale of Sugar Loaf that addresses skepticism felt by many in the community. It begins: The co-owner of a restaurant and bar within sight of Sugar Loaf Resort says she isn’t removing the “for sale” sign on her business anytime soon despite press reports that the […]
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Color by Andy McFarlane (wallpaper sized) News from the Week The top story was unquestionably news that Sugar Loaf may have a buyer. The Record-Eagle reported that Brad Lutz, a seasonal Leelanau County resident, is close to finalizing a purchase agreement (we’ll of course be following this story). In other news, we also looked at […]
The Michigan Land Use Institute takes an interesting look at the role of the Bay Area Transit Authority (BATA) in the overall transportation mix of the region that includes a brief video. They write that: On Tuesday, November 6, BATA is asking voters like me to approve a renewal of 0.35 mills to continue funding […]
The Traverse City Record-Eagle sent out an update yesterday saying that a Deal is in the works for Sugar Loaf Ski Resort. They have the full article today titled Shuttered Sugar Loaf may get new life: A man with Leelanau County ties is purchasing the long-shuttered Sugar Loaf Resort property. An attorney for resort owner […]
This Friday (Nov 2), Sen. Michelle McManus will deliver a talk on “Restructuring Michigan & 2008 Budget” and answer questions at the Munnecke Room at the Leland Library at 7PM. Highlights include: What do the new tax laws mean for you? What do small businesses need to know? How to get the state moving forward? […]
UPDATE Nov 1: The Record-Eagle reports that Muskegon Western Michigan Christian (ranked #1 in the state) defeated Suttons Bay 5-1 last night in the Division 4 soccer semifinal match – congratularions on a great season Norsemen! UPDATE Oct 25: Suttons Bay defeated Lincoln-Alcona last night 2-0 to win the regional soccer title. The Norsemen (26-1) […]
Dawn, Looking West Across Sutton’s Bay by kiddharma News from the Week In a addition to a few fall events: the Suttons Bay Fall Art Walk and the Leland Fall Frenzy, we also noted a forum being held in Traverse City (tonight) that will explore controversy on the Michigan Supreme Court and featured another Leelanau […]
The Leelanau Enterprise reports that the League of Women Voters will hold a community forum to examine the controversy surrounding the Michigan Supreme Court this Thursday (Oct 25) at 7 PM at the Oleson Center at Northwestern Michigan College in Traverse City. Speakers include Detroit Free Press columnist and the executive director of the Michigan […]
The blog Stories of the Purple Plate was started by Jolynn Paige (who also sells The Purple Plate through her web site). Her family began using the purple plate to show their love and appreciation for each other. She writes: We put the purple plate in our cupboard with the rest of our everyday dishes. […]
The village of Leland invites you to visit this Saturday (Oct 27) for the annual Fall Frenzy – a day-long, town-wide, end of the season sale. Celebrate the end of the summer season in Leland and historical Fishtown with cider, doughnuts, and special sales. Visit the Leland Chamber of Commerce for more about Leland’s shops, […]
This Sunday (Oct 21) at 3 PM the Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra returns to the Northport Community Art Center (NCAC). The NCAC writes: This orchestra was programmed at the NCAC in our first year of operation back in the fall of 2001. They literally brought the house down with their magnificent playing. They perform like […]