Leelanau News and Events

Michigan Attorney General Issues Statement On Infamous Barge And Its Removal From Leelanau County Shoreline

By Craig Manning | July 4, 2025

The barge is gone. A fixture on the side of M-22 near Suttons Bay since October 2023, the derelict orange-and-blue barge has become nothing short … Read More >>


LTCF To Host Anniversary Celebration

July 4, 2025

The Leelanau Township Community Foundation (LTCF) announced a special celebration marking its 80th year of dedicated service and positive impact for our community. The Foundation … Read More >>


Leelanau Investing For Teens Sets Summer Fundraiser

By Craig Manning | July 4, 2025

Leelanau Investing For Teens (LIFT) is teaming up with the Bahle Farms golf course in Suttons Bay for a summertime fundraiser. The nonprofit, which provides … Read More >>


100+ Women Who Care To Award $10K Donation

July 4, 2025

The Grand Traverse and Leelanau County chapter of 100+ Women Who Care will unite once again to make a powerful impact in just one hour. On Wednesday, … Read More >>


Exporting Leelanau: Local Winery Owners Purchase Downstate Outpost

By Art Bukowski | July 4, 2025

Four familiar faces in the Leelanau wine scene have purchased an operation that gives them (and several other wineries) a foothold in the lucrative Metro … Read More >>


Michigan AG Nessel Investigates Twin Flames Universe

July 2, 2025

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced an ongoing investigation into Twin Flames Universe (TFU). TFU is an organization with a largely online following operated by … Read More >>


Betting The Farm: Why A Northport Cherry Grower Is Going All In On Cherry Vinegar

By Craig Manning | July 2, 2025

Phil Hallstedt and his wife Sarah have a saying: “We don’t go to the casinos because we’re cherry farmers; we’re already gambling every day.” Perhaps … Read More >>


The Latest Leelanau County Blotter & 911 Call Report

By Ticker Staff | July 2, 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 >>


Cedar Polka Fest Announces Partnership With Bell’s Brewery

By Craig Manning | June 30, 2025

One of the biggest breweries in Michigan is lending its stamp of approval to one of Leelanau County's biggest events. The Cedar Polka Festival announced … Read More >>


Peninsula Housing Kicks Into High Gear With Development Projects In Suttons Bay

By Craig Manning | June 30, 2025

Peninsula Housing is ready to speed things up. According to founder Larry Mawby, the nonprofit is looking to kick off construction on a 40-home development … Read More >>



Inland Seas Plots Major Expansion Of Its Suttons Bay Campus, Goes Public With $11.1 Million Fundraising Campaign

After years of bursting at the seams, Inland Seas Education Association (ISEA) finally has some room to …

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Bay Theatre Announces ‘Live At The Bay’ Series For Fall 2025

Never mind the newly-minted summer. The Bay Community Theatre in Suttons Bay is already sharing plans for …

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Sleeping Bear Film Nabs Prize, To Air On PBS

While the legendary mama bear and her cubs rest peacefully beneath the sands of Sleeping Bear Dunes …

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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 …

Read More >>