Gas Lamp Developments Breaks Ground on Old Town Blackwood, a Walkable Village of Attainable Homes in Northern Michigan
Gas Lamp Developments Breaks Ground on Old Town Blackwood, a Walkable Village of Attainable Homes in Northern MichiganDevelopers Kate and Rob Mead set out to build quality, attainable housing for the people who make their community run — and started by building a prototype on their own land.Old Town Blackwood — townhome-style condominium design, Grawn, Michigan. Rendering conceptual and subject to change.GRAWN, Mich., September 16, 2026 — Gas Lamp Developments has broken ground on Old Town Blackwood, a new
Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools Announces Annual Gladhander Theme
Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools Announces Annual Gladhander Theme Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools is excited to announce that the theme of the 44th Annual Gladhander Auction and Raffle will be "Marvelous Michigan: A Stately Affair". Gladhander committee chairs met earlier in the year and voted to select this year's theme. Guests can expect to be transported across the state. From the beauty of Michigan’s iconic landscapes to the state’s rich history, culture, and communities, the evening will
Northwest Michigan Works! to Connect Job Seekers with Local Employers at Fall Hiring Event
PETOSKEY, MI — Northwest Michigan Works! will host its Fall into a New Job! Hiring Event on Thursday, October 1, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Emmet County Event Center in Petoskey. The hiring event will bring together local employers and job seekers for an opportunity to make connections, explore open positions and learn more about career opportunities throughout Northwest Michigan. Employers will be hiring for a variety of full-time, part-time, permanent and seasonal positions. The success of last
House of 301, Traverse City 40 Under 40
House of 301 and founder Jules Brown captured the 20th anniversary issue of 40 Under 40 nominees in the studio this summer and the word is out! Traverse City Ticker just released the publication, be sure to check it out.
The NLRB’s Top Prosecutor Puts 13 Labor Precedents in the Crosshairs
The National Labor Relations Board’s (“NLRB”) top prosecutor published a roadmap detailing how she intends to challenge some of the Board’s recent labor policy shifts. In the new memorandum, General Counsel Crystal Carey identifies 13 NLRB decisions she has challenged, or intends to challenge, covering topics like severance agreements, workplace rules, union organizing, bargaining obligations, employee misconduct, dues checkoff, and monetary remedies. The message to employers is significant, but it is not
GTACS News: Superintendent Retirement and New President Appointment
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (July 21, 2026) – After more than three decades of dedicated service to Catholic education, including 27 years at Grand Traverse Area Catholic Schools (GTACS), Superintendent Michael R. Buell has retired. Buell shared that his decision arose after prayerful discernment and was influenced by health considerations. “Serving this community has been one of the greatest joys of my life,” said Buell. “I am deeply grateful for the faculty, staff, students, and families who have made this
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What Your Traverse City Storefront Says Before Anyone Steps Inside
Window displays alone can boost foot traffic by 23%, and 8 out of 10 shoppers base their buying decisions on what they see in-store — which means your storefront is working for you, or against you, before a single customer opens the door. For businesses in Traverse City's walkable downtown, where summer tourists and local regulars share the same sidewalk, that first impression carries real weight. The good news: most of the changes that actually move the needle don't require a major renovation budget.The
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Your First 30 Days: Designing Onboarding Packets That Accelerate Confidence and Performance
Business owners set the tone for how new employees experience their first days on the job. A thoughtfully designed onboarding packet does more than share paperwork—it shapes clarity, confidence, and culture from day one.Quick Snapshot for Busy Owners Strong onboarding packets reduce ramp-up time and early turnover. Clear structure and pacing prevent overwhelm and build confidence. Culture, expectations, and role clarity should appear early and often. Delivery format matters just as much as
Brand Like You Mean It: Foundational Moves for Small Business Owners
A logo won’t save you. Neither will a slick font. Branding is a decision—not a decoration. When you’re starting a business, everything feels like it needs to happen at once. But brand work? That’s not extra. It’s structural. Every conversation, every pitch, every page on your site builds from this foundation. Get your brand right, and things start sticking. Get it wrong—or ignore it—and every next step slips through your fingers.Define Who You Are Before Anyone Else Does You don’t start with colors—you
