MDARD Director Talks State Budget, Cherry Industry, Tariff Impacts In Latest Leelanau Ticker Interview

By Craig Manning | Oct. 22, 2025

Tim Boring has been speaking up. In September alone, Boring – executive director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) – blasted … Read More >>

The Latest Leelanau County Blotter & 911 Call Report

By Ticker Staff | Oct. 22, 2025

The Leelanau Ticker is back with a look at the most alarming, offbeat, or otherwise newsworthy calls to the Leelanau Office of Emergency Management/911 dispatch. … Read More >>

How Will Michigan’s Aggressive New Marijuana Tax Impact Leelanau’s Lone Cannabis Dispensary?

By Craig Manning | Oct. 20, 2025

Michigan’s marijuana industry is about to get hit with a brand-new tax – one that industry leaders say will raise prices, shutter businesses, and compromise … Read More >>

Former American Idol Contestant With Leelanau Ties Signs Major Label Recording Contract

By Craig Manning | Oct. 17, 2025

Slater Nalley has a record deal. According to a report published Friday by Nashville’s Music Row magazine, the teen singer-songwriter has signed “with Warner Music … Read More >>

Potential Antrim Departure Could (Eventually) Mean More 86th District Court Time For Leelanau

By Craig Manning | Oct. 17, 2025

The 86th District Court – which handles criminal and civil matters for Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Antrim counties – is feeling the strain of staffing … Read More >>

Leelanau Board Releases Official Statement Regarding Dyer Complaint

By Craig Manning | Oct. 15, 2025

The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners has issued its official statement concerning the recent investigation into a grievance claim brought against County Administrator Jim Dyer. … Read More >>

The Northport Promise Introduces New Program To Help Students Save Money For Post-Secondary Education

By Craig Manning | Oct. 15, 2025

A new grant-funded program is launching to assist students at Northport Public School (NPS) in saving money for post-secondary education. The Northport Promise, a nonprofit … Read More >>

The Latest Leelanau County Blotter & 911 Call Report

By Ticker Staff | Oct. 15, 2025

The Leelanau Ticker is back with a look at the most alarming, offbeat, or otherwise newsworthy calls to the Leelanau Office of Emergency Management/911 dispatch. … Read More >>

Long-Awaited Reawakenings: Leelanau County Businesses Plot Returns

By Craig Manning | Oct. 15, 2025

Numerous long-gestating projects in Leelanau County are finally nearing the finish line. From the reborn Northern Latitudes Distillery to the reimagined Blue Bird Restaurant, we … Read More >>

Pickleball, Ice Skating Called For in New Hancock Field Plan

By Art Bukowski | Oct. 13, 2025

A beloved Leland park could see considerable upgrades and additions based on a plan approved by township officials. Leland Township and Leland Public School continue … Read More >>

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