Short’s Landing Patio Party
Christen our new deck at Logan’s Landing with a fundraiser for the Northern Michigan Mountain Bike Association! Join Joe and Co for their first event at their new TC location with a day jam-packed with beers, bikes, and bands. Bring your bike and rip the Boardman loop, go big with a 100-mile Chicken Leg lap, or come as you are and relax with a beer by the river. Schedule: Noon – event starts 5 pm – Live music starts 8:36 – Last lap starts 10 pm – event ends Band Line-up: 5 pm – 6 pm: Fresh
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Networks Northwest Professionals Recognized at Youth Solutions' Statewide Summer Summit
Networks Northwest is proud to celebrate several members of its Jobs for Michigan's Graduates (JMG) team who were recognized during Youth Solutions' Annual Summer Summit, a statewide professional development conferencethat brings together JMG specialists, managers, employer partners, and youth from across Michigan. Held in Mount Pleasant, Summer Summit serves as Youth Solutions' annual kickoff to the new program year. The multi-day conference provides professional development, networking opportunities,
Volumes Salon partners with Northwest Michigan Works! for first Cosmetologist Apprenticeship Program
Northwest Michigan Works!, a program of Networks Northwest, in partnership with Petoskey-based Volumes Salon, has launched the region’s first U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship program for cosmetologists. The new apprenticeship marks a major milestone for professional trades training and workforce development in Northwest Lower Michigan. This innovative program will provide apprentices with a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience designed to meet essential industry and LARA
Norte Honors Kiwanis Club of Traverse City for More Than a Decade of Support
Norte and its Bike Safety Camp program recognized the Kiwanis Club of Traverse City on August 5 for more than a decade of support for Norte’s mission to help local children become safer, more confident cyclists.The Kiwanis Club of Traverse City was among the first community organizations to support Norte, a local nonprofit dedicated to creating opportunities for kids to ride bikes, build confidence and develop lifelong healthy habits.For more than 10 years, Kiwanis support has helped Norte provide bike
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Northwest Michigan Employers Secure Over $500,000 in Going PRO Talent Fund Cycle Two Awards to Uplift Regional Workforce
Thirteen employers across Northwest Michigan have been awarded a total of $502,674.50 in Cycle Two of the Going PRO Talent Fund (GPTF). These state training awards fuel critical skill development and upskilling for 327 regional workers, including 264 current employees and 63 newly hired team members. Highlighting a strong focus on long-term career pathways and talent development, 45 of these trainees are registered apprentices. The funded training spans diverse high-demand sectors in the region, including
Tax-Exempt Entities Remain Eligible for IRS Credits for Solar and Wind through 2027; Geothermal and Energy Storage through 2034-35
NORTHWEST LOWER, MI - Under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), tax-exempt entities, such as municipalities, tribal governments, non-profits, public utilities, and public schools, can receive clean-energy-related tax credits through a mechanism called elective pay. Elective pay, sometimes called direct pay, is designed to make it more cost-effective for tax-exempt organizations to implement and benefit from clean energy and electrification projects, such as solar, wind, geothermal, or energy storage
Celly Health Featured on CBS Sports for Helping Collegiate Athlete Return to Competition
Celly Health Featured on CBS Sports for Helping Collegiate Athlete Return to Competition Traverse City, Mich. — Celly Health is proud to announce its recent feature on CBS Sports during coverage of the 2026 Collegiate Women Sports Awards (CWSA) Honda Inspiration Award, highlighting the inspiring journey of San Diego State University swimmer Alyssa Schiller. The Honda Inspiration Award recognizes a collegiate athlete who has demonstrated extraordinary perseverance, leadership, and courage while overcoming
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
Mt. Holiday's Annual Corporate Sponsorship Program
Mt. Holiday is excited to announce our new Annual Corporate Sponsorship Program, offering businesses the opportunity to support our beloved Northern Michigan nonprofit ski hill while gaining year-round visibility to thousands of visitors. These annual sponsorships run from August 2026 through July 2027 and help support Mt. Holiday's outdoor recreation, youth programming, community events, and affordable access to the outdoors. Sponsors will receive prominent recognition throughout Mt. Holiday,
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GRAND TRAVERSE PAVILIONS ANNOUNCES 2026 ''CONCERTS ON THE LAWN'' SERIES
Free Thursday Evening Performances Run June 18 Through August 20 on the Grand Lawn TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — Grand Traverse Pavilions is proud to announce the return of our Concerts on the Lawn series, bringing another season of live music, community connection, and meaningful moments to residents, families, and neighbors throughout the region. The free concert series will take place every Thursday evening on the Grand Lawn at Grand Traverse Pavilions, running from June 18 through August 20. The outdoor
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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
