This week on Currently, we dive into the stories shaping Northern Michigan, starting with the latest in a years-long legal battle between Old Mission Peninsula wineries and Peninsula Township. Beth Milligan of the Traverse City Ticker breaks down what the latest ruling means and what happens next.

Then, Interlochen Public Radio’s Ellie Katz brings us a cherry crop update, including how late frost and storm damage could lead to one of the smallest harvests in years—and what that means for local farmers and cherry lovers alike.

After the break, we look at Traverse City Area Public Schools’ proposal for a $17 million indoor sports complex. Beth explains where it would go, how it would be funded, and what students and community members can expect. We also touch on the new concept designs for Rotary Square, now available to view online.

Finally, Ellie shares a surprisingly tricky story about trees: Michigan doesn’t allow property owners to insure timberland the way they can insure homes or crops. We explore how that policy is impacting northern Michigan landowners following recent storm damage.

This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the well-being of the community, and The Coin Slot Arcade Bar – a chill hangout in Traverse City featuring a full bar, pinball machines, and a great selection of drinks.

Currently is a Compass Local Podcast produced by Pancake Boy Productions.

This week on Currently, Christal Frost and Beth Milligan dig into the truth behind recent E. coli advisories affecting local beaches. What really causes contamination? How are levels tested? And what can you do to stay safe? Then, Beth breaks down three key Traverse City DDA projects: a long-awaited farmers market pavilion, riverfront improvements, and the evolving vision for Rotary Square. Plus, film festivals and big hair!

This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the well-being of the community, and The Coin Slot Arcade Bar – a chill hangout in Traverse City featuring a full bar, pinball machines, and a great selection of drinks.

Currently is a Compass Local Podcast produced by Pancake Boy Productions.

This week on Currently, we welcome Leelanau Ticker’s Craig Manning to the show for the very first time, joining our favorite news whisperer Beth Milligan of the Traverse City Ticker.

This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the well-being of the community, and The Coin Slot Arcade Bar – a chill hangout in Traverse City featuring a full bar, pinball machines, and a great selection of drinks.

We’re diving into big changes and big ideas happening across the region:

• A new trailhead on the Leelanau Trail could include some fun surprises (hello, pump track?)
• Plans to expand Inland Seas’ Suttons Bay campus with an $11.1M campaign
• Replacing the Beitner Bridge, and why it always sparks rumors about Hartman-Hammond
• A new TIF district in East Bay Township and updated pedestrian safety plans after a tragic accident on US-31
• And we clear up some of the misinformation around the DNR’s plan to remove a pedestrian bridge along the busy corridor

Currently is a Compass Local Podcast produced by Pancake Boy Productions.