Cade Peterson, a graduate of Glen Lake and Grand Valley State University, inked a deal with the Detroit Lions Monday.Peterson will showcase his skills at their Rookie Mini Camp in May.“I owe a lot to my parents and brothers. I owe a lot of the success I had at Glen Lake to get to Grand Valley. I…
With the sunny weather predicted throughout the region in the days ahead, people can expect to catch the best views of cherry blossoms in bloom this weekend.Nikki Rothwell, Northwest Michigan Horticultural Research Center extension specialist and coordinator, said from her facility’s inland…
Interest in local politics is great as born out by the number of candidates seeking public office this election cycle.There are six primary races for Republican candidates and other county/ township offices. In District 1, former township trustee and former county administrator Deb Allen will face…
The numbers suggest that crime rates are steady in Leelanau County, according to an annual report published by the county sheriff’s office last month.The total number of index crimes in the county went down last year compared to 2022, from 174 to 147. Index crimes are considered by the FBI to be…
1932-2024Cass Sheffield Hough, Jr. (Kit), was born on May 16, 1932 in Ann Arbor, MI to Margaret Reid and Cass Sheffield Hough. Kit passed away on April 24th, 2024 in Kalamazoo, MI.He was almost 92 years old. His adored sister, Emily Egan lives in Niles, MI. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of…
1949 ~ 2024SUTTONS BAY- Elinor Ann Swenson, 74, of Suttons Bay, passed away on April 26, 2024, at Munson Medical Center.Born on October 26, 1949, in Dayton, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of Richard and Harriet (Beckwith) Wenzel.Elly graduated from Julienne High School before moving to Suttons…
Died April 23, 2024NORTHPORT - Jean Marie Eggert, 89, of Northport, passed away on April 23, 2024, in Traverse City. Jean was born on March 1, 1935, in Northport, to Joseph and Vera (Inman) Cerny.On July 23, 1953, in New Boston, she married Gerald Edwin Eggert who preceded her in death on October…
CEDAR – David Anthony Mikowski, Jr., age 48, passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in his home in Greensboro, North Carolina, where he resided for nine years.Born on July 28, 1975, in Northport, Michigan, David was the son of David Mikowski, Sr., and Shirley (Fleis)…
Patricia A. McMahon-Eichenlaub, 76, of Northport died December 19, 2023 at her home. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 10 at St. Gertrude Church in Northport. The family will greet friends from 10 a.m. before the start of the service. Arrangements are with the Martinson…
Hugh C. Zeits, 82, of Elmwood Township died November 22, 2023. The graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4 at the Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens in Traverse City. Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Leelanau.
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Meakalia Previch-liu
Students at Northport Public School this Friday will have the unique chance to learn about the science behind a hot air balloon and how it works.Through the RE…
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The Leelanau Historical Society will present a virtual program, Thursday, May 9 from 6 to 7 p.m.Thomas Henthorn, the Wyatt Professor of Public History and…
Sports
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Cadillac defeated Glen Lake in a double-header 20-8, 14-4 on Saturday.In game one, Jessie Pugh went 3-4 with two runs scored and two stolen bases. Laila Shimek…
Brian Freiberger
Leland, Glen Lake, and Lake Leelanau St. Mary track teams are growing and excelling as the 2024 season continues to take shape.Leland senior Jimmy Alpi is…
Brian Freiberger
The stage was set for another thrilling clash between Leland and Suttons Bay girls’ soccer teams as the skies cleared for their anticipated matchup on Monday.…
Life in Leelanau
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Impact100 Traverse City will have $348,000 to distribute to area non-profits this year.Three nonprofits will each receive $116,000 in transformational funding…
Zachary Marano
The people of Leelanau County generally seem to understand the virtues of charity, and Kelly Slater of Suttons Bay is a good example of this regional…
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The Village of Empire will hold its annual spring cleanup on Wednesday and Thursday, May 8 and 9.Residents are asked to leave bagged leaves and brush in piles…
Obituaries
1932-2024Cass Sheffield Hough, Jr. (Kit), was born on May 16, 1932 in Ann Arbor, MI to Margaret Reid and Cass Sheffield Hough. Kit passed away on April 24th,…
1949 ~ 2024SUTTONS BAY- Elinor Ann Swenson, 74, of Suttons Bay, passed away on April 26, 2024, at Munson Medical Center.Born on October 26, 1949, in Dayton,…
Died April 23, 2024NORTHPORT - Jean Marie Eggert, 89, of Northport, passed away on April 23, 2024, in Traverse City. Jean was born on March 1, 1935, in…
CEDAR – David Anthony Mikowski, Jr., age 48, passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in his home in Greensboro, North Carolina, where he…
Patricia A. McMahon-Eichenlaub, 76, of Northport died December 19, 2023 at her home. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 10 at St.…
Hugh C. Zeits, 82, of Elmwood Township died November 22, 2023. The graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 4 at the Grand Traverse Memorial…