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Leelanau's Landmarks, Part One

By Ross Boissoneau | March 29, 2023

Leelanau County boasts a coterie of iconic buildings, locations and history celebrating everything from the lumbering industry to farming, shipping, schooling, tourism and more. In an ongoing series, The Ticker takes a look at some of the most recognizable landmarks and locations in “the land of delight.”

Empire Lumber Company
For 30 years, the Empire Lumber Company was the largest employer and in many ways the raison d’etre for the town on the shore of Lake Michigan. Though online sources and even the historic plaque at Empire Beach say the village was named for the schooner Empire -- which was icebound offshore in 1865 -- local historian Dave Taghon says ...

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Here's What's Next For Broadband And Telecommunications Projects In Leelanau County

As spring approaches, the Leelanau Internet Futures Team (LIFT) is inching closer to its broadband internet buildout ...

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The Latest Leelanau County Blotter & 911 Call Report

The Leelanau Ticker is back with a look at the most alarming, offbeat, or otherwise newsworthy calls ...

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Northern Latitudes Distillery Finally Gets Liquor License For Suttons Bay Satellite Location

It only took the better part of a year, but Northern Latitudes Distillery finally has a liquor ...

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Everything You Need To Know About Last Week's Public Hearing For The Wellevity Wellness Development

Next month could finally provide clarity about the future for 100 vacant acres at the top of ...

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Property Watch: Amidst Year-Round Recreation

This home is surrounded by summertime fun, with 800 feet of shared frontage on Lake Leelanau and ...

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Today Wednesday, March 29, 2023

9:00 AM

A Feral Housewife

An exhibition of collages by Leelanau County artist Mary Beth Acosta. Runs Jan. 6 - April 21. Acosta ... More Info >>

10:00 AM

Reverberations: Work by Nik Burkhart and Marti Liddle-Lameti

This exhibition runs from Feb. 24 - March 31. It will open with a reception on Fri., Feb. ... More Info >>

10:00 AM

Spring Break Fest at The State Theatre

"Shaun the Sheep Movie," "Parasite," "V for Vendetta." More Info >>

10:00 AM

Storytime with a Park Ranger

Join park rangers inside the auditorium at the Visitor Center. 10-10:30am: Younger children can learn about “The Legend ... More Info >>

11:00 AM

"A Rich History: African American Artists from the Muskegon Museum of Art"

This exhibit highlights the growing legacy of important African American artists from the Muskegon Museum of Art's permanent ... More Info >>

11:00 AM

"US"

Teresa Dunn's solo exhibition is a collection of her recent narrative painting series that brings voice to stories ... More Info >>

11:00 AM

"Vitality and Continuity: Art in the Experiences of Anishinaabe, Inuit, and Pueblo Women"

This exhibit celebrates some of the critical roles Anishinaabe, Inuit, & Pueblo women fulfill in their families, their ... More Info >>

11:00 AM

Annual Youth Art Exhibit 2023

Celebrating the work of K-12 art students & educators from throughout the Grand Traverse region. An opening reception ... More Info >>

6:00 PM

GLCL Digital Demo

The Glen Lake Library will host a tour of their various digital collections. The demonstration will cover the ... More Info >>

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