THIS SATURDAY!!! Party with a Purpose! |
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Please join us on March 16 at the Walloon Junction Event Center for a night of Live Music, Drinks, and games! Proceeds to help our Boyne Area Chamber bring the community bigger and better events throughout the year!
We are also looking for donations for our Silent Auction and Game Prizes. Please write jeff@boynechamber.com or give us a call at 231.582.6222 to make a donation.
Thank You and we can't wait to see you on the 16th!!!
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TONIGHT!!! Everyone is invited! |
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For over 30 years American House has helped thousands of seniors transition into the next phase of their lives with ease. From an afternoon visit to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra to making sure their candy bowl is full when family and friends come to visit, everything we do at American House is with respect and appreciation for our residents. By offering the independence you want with the assistance you need, American House combines the best of two worlds. You can enjoy the privacy of your own apartment and the companionship of restaurant-style dining with friends. And without worries like cooking, housekeeping, transportation and yard work, you'll be free to socialize, make meaningful connections and explore the things that really matter in your life. Your family will also appreciate the peace of mind that comes with 24-hour staffing, emergency response systems and onsite access to a home health care company.* Incredible life experiences are waiting for you at American House. Welcome home. |
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These city officials attended the Michigan Municipal League Capital Conference in Lansing Wednesday. From left are City Commissioner Bob Pearsall, Commissioner Sandy Pritchard, Mayor Tim Nemecek, and City Manager Mike Cain. |
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City Commission visits Lansing before housing meeting on Friday
It’s a busy week for the Boyne City Commission! Their regular meeting ended late Tuesday night, but Mayor Tim Nemecek, Commissioner Bob Pearsall, Commissioner Sandy Pritchard and City Manager Mike Cain gathered at City Hall at 4:30 Wednesday morning and drove to Lansing for the Michigan Municipal League's Capital Conference. First up after registration was meeting State Senator John Damoose on legislative issues facing Boyne City. They also met with people here from neighboring communities like East Jordan, Elk Rapids, Traverse City and Sault Saint Marie. Their busy week continues Friday…
HOUSING MEETING - The City Commission will hold a special meeting on housing priorities at 5:30 p.m. Friday, March 15th. The meeting will focus on how to make City-owned properties available for development, including:
- North Boyne Property - 11+ acres
- Community Garden Site - 3.44 acres
- Industrial Park Property - 32 acres
Here is a summary of actions taken at Tuesday’s City Commission meeting:
COMMUNITY GARDEN - The City Commission approved a plan to create a Community Garden on city-owned property on Boyce Street at the west end of the Boyne City Airport runway, as recommended by the Airport Commission. Both commissions see this as a “win-win” idea. That end of the runway includes trees that need to be removed to meet FAA flight path guidelines for the airport, and it is possible that the current Community Garden may be made available for development as one of several additional housing sites. (See item above.) This Boyce Street site is larger than the current Community Garden site on Robinson Street. A map of the site is on page 52 of the commission agenda.
TREE ADVISORY GROUP - Approved the Parks and Recreation Commission’s request to add a Tree Advisory Group to provide advice on the type and placement of trees on city property.
STREET IMPROVEMENTS - Approved an MDOT contract for $518,300 in street improvements to be done after Labor Day. A state grant will cover $248,784 of the cost, leaving $269,516 as the city’s share. A map showing the streets being improved is on page 55 of the commission agenda.
RUBBISH COLLECTION - Approved a $72,000 contract with American Waste to handle the city’s two annual Rubbish Disposal events, which are planned for May 20 and September 16 this year. Details.
PARK REPAIRS - Approved a contract for $3,300 with Tip of the Mitt Welding and Fabrication of Boyne City to repair a metal hand rail in Old City Park.
AWARENESS - Approved a recommendation from the Women’s Resource Center to proclaim the month of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the City of Boyne City. Mayor Nemecek has invited the WRC director to attend a future City Commission meeting to make a presentation on this issue.
2024-25 CITY BUDGET proposal totaling $20 million was presented by City Manager Mike Cain, which will be discussed in detail at three upcoming work sessions beginning at 8 a.m. on March 14, 18 and 20. Cain proposes maintaining the current general operating rate of 15.51 mills and reducing the City Facility Debt from 1.7 to 1.6 mills. Here is the proposed budget.
CITY MEETINGS (in addition to City Commission budget and housing meetings mentioned above):
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Parks and Recreation Commission meets at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at City Hall. The agenda is posted here.
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Planning Commission will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, March 18, to discuss a pre-application review of Michigan Community Capital’s mixed use projects at 100 N Lake Street (Lofts on Lake) and Ray and Park Street (Library Lot). Here is the agenda, which includes the preliminary site plans from pages 21-30.
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Boyne City Main Street is pleased to announce that the MEDC’s Match on Main Grants will be offered once again this spring. As a qualified participant, our Main Street can nominate up to two applicants for these grants. A team of local business-affiliated leaders will review all application requests and will then work with the two finalists to submit the grant paperwork. In general terms, our Main Street would be looking for unique or interesting business types, a business owner that is very active in the community or has store longevity, or perhaps a store owner that helps to revitalize a storefront or area in downtown or traits along these lines.
The MEDC released the following about this program:
On Tuesday, February 27, the Michigan Strategic Fund board approved the creation of the Match on Main program. Building Match on Main into the MSF process will strengthen its role as a foundational MEDC program that continues to serve our communities and small business across Michigan.
On Monday, March 4, 2024 – The MEDC will begin accepting applications for the Match on Main program. The total funding round allocation is $750,000, which will allow for approximately 30 grantees across the state. The application will close on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, and awardees are anticipated to be announced in Summer 2024.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Main Street office at 231-582-9009.
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Events in February
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Local Love Nights
January 18 - March 14 - LAST NIGHT TONIGHT!!!
In appreciation of your local patronage, Boyne Mountain Resort is pleased to offer Local Love Nights every Thursday, January 18 through March 14th. Boyne Mountain is showing some local love to residents of Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet, and Otsego counties with an multiple evenings of discounted fun. Join us Thursdays for $20 Night Lift Tickets, $20 Ski & Snowboard Rentals, $20 Evening Passes to Avalanche Bay, $20 Lights In The Sky experience on SkyBridge Michigan and more!
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Party Through the Decades: Carnival Weekend at Boyne Mountain
Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17
Get ready to twist, shout, and let it all out as Boyne Mountain transforms into a whimsical winter wonderland for its 75th Anniversary Carnival Weekend! Step into a bygone era with nostalgic tunes spinning from live DJs, and good old-fashioned tomfoolery. Take a daring run in the annual slush cup, test your skills on the dancefloor, and party through the decades all weekend long. As dusk descends, the magic truly ignites. Dance the night away to the nostalgic beats of our live entertainment lineup. Don't miss your chance to be a part of history! This is more than just a weekend getaway; it's a chance to celebrate the legacy of Boyne Mountain and create memories that will last a lifetime.
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Spring Break at Boyne Mountain
Friday, March 22 through Sunday, March 31
Trade bulky parkas for tropical shirts! Skip the plane tickets and splash into an 84° oasis at Avalanche Bay. Spring Break at Boyne Mountain is an island escape right in northern Michigan. Shred bluebird powder by day, then splash into wacky noodle pool parties or island-themed activities. From limbo contests to s'mores under the stars, it's a spring stoke you won't forget! So pack your swimsuit, sunscreen, and Aloha spirit – Boyne Mountain's got your island getaway waiting.
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Easter Weekend at Boyne Mountain
Friday, March 22 through Sunday, March 31
Easter is all about family and so is Boyne Mountain Resort! This Easter make memories while dancing, brunching and celebrating at the Mountain. Our traditional Easter Brunch is returning at Stein Eriksen's. We go big at our annual Easter Egg Hunt with prizes that will make your PEEPS melt, plus wagon rides and s'mores, and much more.
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Learn How to become a Premier Member by contacting the Chamber at 231-582-6222 or email us at info@boynechamber.com |
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For more information on joining the chamber or member benefits, call us at 231-582-6222 or email info@boynechamber.com
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Join us on Sunday, March 17th at 11 am for our Family Fun Spring Pottery Painting event! Let creativity blossom as kids and families create cherished memories together. Choose between painting a charming chick or a lovable bunny with patterned eggs. For just $30 per person, enjoy expert guidance, paints, brushes, and a special snack. Limited spaces available – reserve today for a morning of laughter and fun! |
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BCHS Drama Presents...GUYS & DOLLS
March 8, 9, 15 & 16 at 7 pm
Boyne City High School Performing Arts Center
All seats are reserved.
Mark your calendars!! You won't want to miss this show!!
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New Look, New Opportunities for Mind and Body Healing.
Elite Energetics Massage Therapy has rebranded to the Pause Breathe Proceed Wellness Center. The vision for the new studio is to hold classes, events, and sessions that address the mind and body. We are launching a course in March to understand and use the power of Pause Breathe Proceed to address stress and allow you to live a life of peace, power, and purpose. Please follow us on social media to stay up to date. |
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Join us for a Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Friday, March 15 at 1:30!
500 N Lake St, STE F, Boyne City
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The Boyne District Library and Library Board of Trustees fully support the downtown redevelopment proposals presented by Michigan Community Capital, a nonprofit developer dedicated to enhancing local communities. Michigan Community Capital's projects aim to create essential middle-income workforce housing and a significant expansion for the Boyne District Library in the form of a new community room.
The 'Ray and Park' portion of the redevelopment proposals focuses on the "red building" property adjacent to the library, acquired in 2013 with the intention of trading it to the City of Boyne City for additional land to expand the library's footprint. While the "red building" has served various community purposes over the years, it now requires extensive and costly renovations. In response to the library's needs and the desire to divest itself of the property, the Boyne District Library collaborated with the City of Boyne City on a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Ray and Park site. The goal was to secure proposals benefiting both the library and the city, resulting in a new community room space for the library and workforce housing for the city. Under this redevelopment plan, the Boyne District Library would contribute the nonfunctional "red building" land, while the City would provide Michigan Community Capital with the adjacent city-owned parking lot next to the library.
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Boyne City's Own Lydia Krauss Needs Your Help to Realize Her Olympic Dreams! |
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Dear Potential Sponsor,
My name is Lydia Krauss, I’m 20 years old, and I am from Boyne City Michigan. Boyne City is a small town well known for their skiing, and boat show. I have been wrestling since I was 12 years old. I fell in love with wrestling right away when I experienced the physical pain that you go through, the mental battles you face, and the rewards you get out of wrestling. I knew I wanted to make a career out of wrestling since I have such a passion for it. I’ve dedicated my life to this sport that throughout my career I have grown, and had many accomplishments. A few examples are, back in 2022, I won the state tournament my senior year beating a world team member. Not too long after, I was lucky enough to become a part of the USA World Team where I eventually placed second. During my freshman year of college, I attended NMU, and won regionals qualifying for nationals. I was grateful for the opportunity and placed fifth at 155lbs. I later went on to place third at Bill Ferrell, October 2023.
My goal for this year is to be a part of the 2024 World Team and make it to the Olympic Trials. For me to achieve my goal, I must go to Fairfax, VA for the Last Chance Olympic Qualifier, Spokane, WA for the World Team Trials, and finally Penn State University, PA for the Olympic Trials.
I am asking for financial assistance to help me achieve this goal. With your consideration, I have listed my Venmo, PayPal, and cell information for your convenience, please see listed at the bottom. Please text me if you would prefer mailing information.
Thank you for taking the time to read my letter. I would deeply appreciate your support on my journey and look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Lydia Krauss
Venmo: Lydiakrauss_1
PayPal: LydiaKrauss
Cell: (231) 340-2400
Instagram: Lydia_Krauss.20
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Boyne City High School Students Advance to State DECA Competition
March 2024 | Boyne City, Michigan — Following wins at the District DECA competition in December, the Boyne City High School (BCHS) team is off to the state competition in Detroit, Thursday – Saturday, March 14 – 16, 2024. At the December conference, held at Grand Valley State University, the team competed against eight high school districts, covering the westside of Michigan.
“I’m very proud of our students. They do an awesome job representing BCH and it is great to see them compete,” shares Myra Bryant, Boyne City High School Teacher and DECA Coach. “A special thank you goes out to the local business professionals who have helped train the kids in live scenario practice and have given advice to help prepare them for their competitions. In addition, we have also had some key chaperones and judges who have worked hard to make sure our kids have a great experience. It is so great to see our community support our DECA program,” Bryant adds.
Prior to the district and state conferences, students are required to take an on-line test that measures knowledge of business and leadership. The district and state conferences provide an opportunity for students to show their problem-solving skills through role-play and presentation events. These two areas are then combined in a final score to see if the students competing will move onto the next level of competition. “Out of Boyne City High School’s 16 students who competed at Districts, we had 10 who earned medals for the Boyne City High School Chapter this DECA season,” Bryant explains. “We also had a great group of students competing in their first District Conference role-play events.”
· Competing in their first roleplay were: Claire Jones, Mallory Morgan, Katie Hunt, Jaelynn
· Elzinga, Sarah Eaton, Kacey Gray and Peter Mastin.
· Earning a qualifying position, in an individual event, at the State conference in Detroit are: Sarah Eaton, Brianna Ager, Adonae Patton, Norah Frasz, Jacquelyn Dunlap, Jaelynn
Elzinga, Grabrielle Dunlap and Katie Hunt.
· Earning a qualifying position, in a team event, for the State conference in Detroit are:
Malorie Carter and Chelsey Hertel, Kacey Gray and Peter Mastin, Ava Tarsi and
Maureen Hautz.
A team send-off will be held at Boyne City High School on Thursday, March 14 at 8:30 am, prior to departure. If you see these students, be sure to congratulate them on their accomplishments!
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Boyne City High School DECA Team at the District Competition at Grand Valley State University |
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People Fund Grant Applicant Letters of Interest Due April 1
The Great Lakes Energy People Fund is accepting letters of interest and grant applications from non-profit organizations throughout its service area for the spring grant cycle. Letters of interest are due by April 1. If the letter of interest is approved, the applicant can then submit a grant application by April 15. All letters and applications are accepted through an online grant application portal that can be found at gtlakes.com/people-fund.
Great Lakes Energy members support the People Fund by agreeing to have their bill rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount. That extra change is then pooled with contributions from other People Fund participants and returned to the community through grants to non-profit, charitable organizations that provide humanitarian, educational, or community development services within the cooperative’s 26-county service area. Since 1999, the People Fund Program has awarded more than $4.5 million in grants to charitable and community organizations to help them better the lives of residents in local communities. The People Fund awarded more than $253,000 in grants in 2023.
Non-profit organizations that serve communities located in the Great Lakes Energy service area are eligible to apply. More information about the People Fund program, including organization and grant eligibility criteria, and lists of recent grant recipients, is available online at www.gtlakes.com/people-fund. Letters of interest are due by April 1, with applications due by April 15. Another grant opportunity will be available in October 2024.
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Kiwanis Club of Boyne City Announces the 2024 Boyne City National Competitive Morel Mushroom Hunt
Registration is now open for the Boyne City National Competitive Morel Mushroom Hunt, set to take place Saturday, May 18th.
The Kiwanis Club of Boyne City (Kiwanis Club) is excited to announce the commencement of registration for the Boyne City National Competitive Morel Mushroom Hunt, scheduled during the Boyne City Morel Mushroom Festival on Saturday, May 18th.
Participating mushroom hunters will embark on a journey into the scenic northern Michigan wilderness, transported via school bus for a timed morel mushroom hunt lasting 90 minutes. Amidst the beautiful surroundings, participants will immerse themselves in the sights and scents of spring, listening to wildlife as they keep a keen eye out for the elusive morel mushrooms. Following the hunt, the Kiwanis Club will tally the treasures collected by hunters before their return. The winner of the hunt will not only earn bragging rights but also receive a cash prize and a trophy!
"The Morel Mushroom Festival committee is very thankful to Kiwanis for continuing this long-standing tradition which guests look forward to participating in every year. This will be the 64th year of the Competitive Hunt!” said Jessica White.
The registration fee includes transportation to and from the hunting location, and the hunt is scheduled to proceed rain or shine. While participants are not guaranteed to find morels, the event does not offer refunds.
To register for the hunt, visit https://bit.ly/NationalCompetitiveMorelMushroomHunt. Onsite registration may be available on the morning of the event at a rate of $40. Those interested in registering on the day of the event should aim to arrive at the Boyne City High School parking lot by 7:30 am for the best chance of securing a space. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, as space availability is not guaranteed on the morning of the hunt.
“It’s all about making memories! The bus ride, time in the Northern Michigan woods, and the friends made on the adventure make it worth it by itself, but if you actually find morels while knowing you are supporting children in our community and kids around the world through Kiwanis programs, well… that makes it even more special!” said Scott MacKenzie, chair of the hunt.
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Char-Em ISD special education millage renewal
on the ballot May 7, 2024
CHARLEVOIX - Voters in Charlevoix, Emmet and northern Antrim counties will be asked to consider renewing the long-standing Char-Em ISD special education millage on May 7, 2024. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at your usual voting location.
“This millage was originally approved by voters in 1980 and has been renewed every four years since,” said Char-Em ISD Superintendent Scott Koziol. “This millage impacts the lives of thousands of students and their families in our region, from newborns to students up to age 26, including their lives beyond school. It provides critical services to students with disabilities in every Char-Em ISD district.”
Char-Em ISD serves more than 1,330 students with special needs in 11 public school districts, two charter academies, and 5 private schools each year. Of that total, 124 infants and toddlers with disabilities receive direct and classroom-based instruction, and 107 students with significant emotional needs attend ISD-operated classrooms. Across the region, 16 special education classrooms, including 2 early childhood classrooms, are operated in the ISD’s 2.5 county service region.
The ballot issue seeks renewal of 1.4606 mills for four years, 2024-27, generating approximately $10.3 million per year for special education operational funding. For a home with a market value of $100,000, it would cost the taxpayer about $75 per year.
Koziol said funding from this millage goes directly to local schools to reimburse about half of their special education expenses, as well as to Char-Em ISD-operated classrooms and the Patricia A. Taylor School in Petoskey. It also provides specialized training for teachers, evaluation services, and highly specialized transportation for students with disabilities, along with career and college readiness preparation.
In Michigan, special education services begin at birth and are provided until a person with a disability reaches the age of 26. Koziol noted that ISDs are mandated by state law to provide special education services, as well as support to local districts serving students with disabilities.
Costs associated with providing those services not covered by the millage are supported by state, federal, and other local dollars and grants. Without this voted millage, districts would need to reallocate funding from existing student programs to comply with state and federal laws that mandate the provision of special education services, Koziol said.
Voters in the following school districts will be asked to vote on this request: Alanson, Beaver Island, Boyne City, Boyne Falls, Central Lake, Charlevoix, Ellsworth, East Jordan, Harbor Springs, Pellston, and Petoskey. Learn more at www.charemisd.org.
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In summer 2023, Char-Em ISD opened a newly redesigned, inclusive playground at Taylor School in Petoskey to ensure access for all students and community members. |
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Char-Em ISD special education teacher Mike Olivier takes a student for a tour of the newly redesigned and improved-access playground at Taylor School in summer 2023. |
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Students in Char-Em ISD special education programs participated in the “Arts are for Everyone” performance at the Great Lakes Center for the Art in spring 2023. |
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Specialized transportation and trained staff ensure students with disabilities are transported safely each school day across the Char-Em ISD region. |
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North Central Michigan College offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance your career with our Clinical Dental Assistant Fast Track Class! From April 2 to June 6, 2024, immerse yourself in our comprehensive 9-week program, where you'll delve into every aspect of dental assisting. Benefit from hands-on experience through a week-long externship at a local dental office. Additionally, gain valuable skills with dental radiography certification in Michigan and expert guidance for national certifications.
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NCMC SEES NEARLY 6% ENROLLMENT INCREASE FOR WINTER 2024 SEMESTER
PETOSKEY, Mich. — North Central Michigan College’s winter enrollment increased by 5.7% over Winter 2023, with growth in both new and returning students.
NCMC’s Winter 2024 enrollment is 1,755 students, with the number of new students increasing by 50%. The college’s fall-to-winter persistence rate (students enrolled during Fall 2023 who re-enrolled for Winter 2024) increased by 16%.
Erin Sonneveldt, North Central’s associate dean of Institutional Research and Assessment, also noted the following:
- Full-time Enrollment Equivalency (FTE), which aggregates part-time students into full-time students, increased by 10%.
- The number of Spring 2023 high school graduates from the college’s service area that enrolled in winter courses increased by 11%.
Corey Lansing, director of Admission, cited a campuswide focus on belonging and student success as critical to the college’s enrollment success.
“One of the benefits of a smaller campus is our family atmosphere, and that means coming together to help our students when they need it,” Lansing said. “Team members across the college work to identify students who might need extra support, then connect with them with campus and community resources.”
Such resources include North Central’s Student Emergency Fund, which provides financial assistance to students who have exhausted all other resources and have nowhere else to turn for unexpected financial hardships including unforeseen medical expenses, housing crises, and car trouble.
“Many times, being able to afford an unexpected car repair can mean the difference between a student finishing a degree or withdrawing with just a semester left until graduation,” Lansing said.
Another resource, the Campus Cupboard student food pantry, expanded its services last fall to include a once-weekly, discreet self-shopping experience, when students can acquire fresh fruits and vegetables, canned goods, dairy products, and personal hygiene items.
“The success of both these resources depends on the generosity of our donors and our faculty and staff,” said Chelsea Platte, NCMC Foundation executive director and vice president for Advancement. “Time and again, when we’ve approached them with an opportunity to support our students, they have enthusiastically obliged.”
While the college celebrates enrollment growth, Lansing expects there will be an even sharper focus on retaining North Central’s large population of dual and concurrently enrolled students so they might complete an associate degree prior to transferring to a four-year university.
“We know our dual and concurrent students understand the benefits of getting a head start on their college credits,” Lansing said. “We also know they are becoming more financially savvy. As we expand our academic offerings and communicate our value to them, we believe they will appreciate even more the benefits of saving on their first two years of a bachelor’s degree.”
In addition to its traditional students, North Central serves more than 100 learners each year through its Fast Track career programs, and more than 5,000 individuals via its Lifelong Learning offerings.
Registration for North Central’s Fall 2024 semester opens on March 13. Summer registration is open now. Visit www.ncmich.edu to learn more.
North Central Michigan College is an open-door community college based in Petoskey with additional offerings in Cheboygan, Gaylord, and online. North Central’s mission is to provide exceptional, accessible, relevant higher education of and for the community. An Achieving the Dream Leader College with a designation of Veteran Friendly Gold by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, North Central is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association and the Michigan Community College Athletic Association. Learn more at www.ncmich.edu.
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National Nutrition Month
Eating healthy no matter your income, schedule, or eating habits
Getting good nutrition isn’t complicated. There are tips and tricks on how to integrate fresh foods into your diet. And as part of celebrating National Nutrition Month in March, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan (HDNW) and the Northern Michigan Public Health Alliance encourages residents to add more fresh fruits and vegetables to their favorite recipes as an easy way to improve nutrition.
- People with healthy eating patterns are likely to live longer and are at lower risk for serious chronic health problems compared to individuals with unhealthy eating habits.
- Poor nutrition can contribute to many debilitating diseases, including obesity, heart disease, and some cancers.
- Less than one out of every 10 adults and children eat the daily recommended amount of vegetables, four to five a day.
- Four out of 10 children and fewer than one out of 7 adults eat the daily recommended amount of fruits, four to five a day.
Fruits and vegetables are essential to a healthy diet because they provide vitamins and minerals for our bodies. Low levels of vitamin/mineral intake can lead to mental impairment and central nervous system defects in infants.
“Eating healthy can easily be a way of life that involves eating what you like and making it fun,” says Judi Marlin, HDNW Registered Nutritionist. “One example is to create a board of lean meats, cheeses, nuts, fruits, vegetables, and whole grain breads and let everyone eat family style rather than serve sandwiches and chips. We have plenty of ideas and recipes to share.”
More tips and tricks include:
- Cut up vegetables to be small and add them to your favorite recipes,
- Buy and eat frozen when fresh isn’t available,
- Use coupons and sales to reduce the cost of fresh foods, and
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Look for healthier options even when you’re on the go at convenience stores and gas stations, such as apples, boiled eggs, cheese, and nuts.
Premium Nutrition for Baby
Breastfeeding can help protect against childhood illnesses, including ear and respiratory infections, asthma, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). HDNW has Breastfeeding Peer Counselors available to help you on this nutritional journey. Please call us locally at 800-432-4121 for breastfeeding information and to talk with a Peer Counselor.
For more healthy nutrition facts, watch Judi Marlin on 9&10 New’s lifestyle program, The Four, at 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 6, or visit eatright.org.
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The National Morel Mushroom Festival is thrilled to announce the dates of the 64th Annual Festival: May 16-19, 2024 in beautiful Boyne City, Michigan. Confirmed events include a Craft Show + Food Trucks, Carnival, Wine & Dine, Competitive Hunt, Taste of Morels, Morel Seminar, Paint & Sip, Great Morel Giveaway, and a Concert featuring the return of The Family Tradition Band, Detroit's award-winning country rock band! It's gonna be one heck of a festival, so put it in your calendar now! MORE events and details to be announced as confirmed. Check their website for details https://www.bcmorelfestival.com/
The festival is non-profit and relies entirely on volunteers and sponsors. If you want to see it continue, we need your help! Please contact Jessica White at jessicaboyneace@gmail.com.
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New Chief Executive Officer at Networks Northwest
TRAVERSE CITY, MI – The Networks Northwest Board has approved the hiring of Janie McNabb as the new Chief Executive Officer at Networks Northwest. The board met February 29 and voted to accept the recommendation of the Networks Northwest Executive Committee that McNabb be hired for the leadership position at the organization which provides workforce, business, and community development services in the 10 counties of northwest Lower Michigan. McNabb has accepted the position.
“We are excited to have Janie rejoin Networks Northwest as the next CEO,” said Nicole Sulak, Chair of the Networks Northwest Board. “She has the previous experience with the organization and strategic vision to lead Networks Northwest and the region forward.”
McNabb comes to Networks Northwest from serving as a workforce and strategy consultant around the state, primarily in affiliation with Strategic Policy Consultants. Prior to that, she spent 18 years in various roles at Networks Northwest, including Northwest Michigan Works! Chief Operating Officer. McNabb’s diverse experience includes workforce programs and policy, organizational culture, communications, and public relations. She holds a Master of Arts in Organizational Development and a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature.
“I am honored to have been chosen and to serve as the next Chief Executive Officer of Networks Northwest,” said McNabb. “I am eager to engage with partners and the community to connect people with the high-quality and much-needed programming that Networks Northwest provides.”
McNabb is scheduled to begin working as CEO on March 11. She replaces former Networks Northwest CEO, Terry Vandercook.
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Charlevoix Hospital Hosts Da Vinci XI® Robot Open House
The public can experience the future of surgery with the new robot
CHARLEVOIX - Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital is proud to announce its upcoming Da Vinci XI® Open House, offering the community an exclusive opportunity to explore the latest advancements in surgical technology. The event will take place on Monday, March 11, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. in the main lobby of the hospital located at 14700 Lake Shore Dr. in Charlevoix.
During the event, attendees will have the privilege of meeting the surgeons who use the robot, including Jared Davis, DO, specialist in urology; Barrett Kielhorn, DO, specialist in General Surgery; Emily McKerchie, DO, also specialist in General Surgery; and Dr. Caitlyn Monks, DO, specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology. These esteemed physicians will introduce participants to the state-of-the-art da Vinci XI® surgical robot, providing an illuminating overview of the hospital's robotic surgery offerings.
Munson announced its Regional Care Transformation Plan in 2023 which ensures more and better access to the services people would like to see in their communities including more outpatient services and primary care – the expansion of robotic surgery in Charlevoix is part of that plan. Da Vinci XI® Open House promises an engaging and informative experience for all community members interested in learning about the future of surgical care. Guests will have the opportunity to interact with the da Vinci XI® system, ask questions, and gain valuable insights into how robotic-assisted surgery is reshaping patient care and outcomes.
"We are thrilled to invite our community to explore the incredible capabilities of the da Vinci XI surgical robot," said Joanne Schroeder, President at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital. "This event is an excellent opportunity for individuals to discover the transformative benefits of robotic-assisted surgery firsthand which is being offered right here in the Charlevoix community."
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity. Join us at the Da Vinci XI® Open House on Monday, March 11, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital.
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Cathryn Pearl, PA-C Joins Munson Healthcare
Specializing in Sleep Medicine
Munson Healthcare (MHC) is pleased to welcome Cathryn
Pearl, PA-C, to MHC Charlevoix Sleep Center.
Cathryn was born and raised in Michigan. She completed her
physician assistant degree from Western Michigan University and is board
certified by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants.
After graduation, she moved to northern Michigan where she spent her entire
medical career caring for her community.
During the first 30 years of her career, she primarily
worked in family medicine and urgent care. When she was introduced to sleep
medicine, she was inspired by the significant impact of improved sleep quality
on a person’s overall well-being.
“I believe my years of experience in family medicine will
be an asset in my sleep medicine role. I love to help my patients achieve
optimal health, and sleep is a big part of that,” Cathryn said.
Cathryn has been married for more than 30 years and
together, raised four boys, and has a yellow lab named Cooper. She loves her
community and is honored to be a part of their health care team. In her free
time, she enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, walking, and boating.
Cathryn is accepting new patients at Munson Healthcare
Charlevoix Sleep Center, located at 14695 Park Avenue, Suite B in Charlevoix.
To make an appointment, call 231-547-8905.
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The Boyne Arts Center is open Tuesday through Sunday 12-4 PM
and is located at 1 Water Street, Boyne City, MI 49712
Artists are invited to bring their lunch and their latest project and
take advantage of our free Open Studio.
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Arts in the Park: The Boyne Arts Center is having their 4th Annual Boyne Arts in the Park and this year we are teaming up with The Farmers Market to bring our community an extra awesome day by working together pooling our resources and improving the flow of traffic.
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Drawing for All of Us
March 19th & March 26th
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Portrait Painting: A Deeper Dive with Robert Scudder - 4 Week Class
Thursdays, May 9, 16, 23, & 30
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Introduction to Colored Pencils
April 19th & 20th
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2024 Spring Art Camp
April 23rd - April 25th
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MUG DEAL in the Friends' used book sale! Open daily and updated regularly. By cash donation, next to the the newspapers upstairs.
The Friends raise money through book sales, membership drives, and special events that help fund library programs and projects. As board members, we enjoy our work and our mission, and we would love to see you at our monthly meetings! For more information, click here or
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04737 Fuller Road, East Jordan, MI 49727
(231) 536-3369
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We are currently open noon to 4pm Saturdays, 2pm to 4pm Sundays and other times by appointment.
Raven Hill Discovery Center, incorporated in 1991, is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt corporation.
Mission: Raven Hill provides a place that enhances hands-on and lifelong learning for all ages by connecting science, history & the arts.
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Hi there! The names Rusty but all my friends here at the shelter call me "Wiggle Butt". I'm a happy go lucky guy with lots of love to share. I am pretty new here so we're still figuring out what my likes and dislikes are but so far I don't seem to mind the other dogs or cats. I also think my leash manners are pretty good! Won't you come say hi to me? I love making new friends!
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ADVANCE BOARD OF COMMERCE
Advance Board of Commerce Community Center (hall) is the perfect place for your family and friends celebrations, workshops or meetings, and is reasonably priced. For rental inquiries call Jane at 231-582-6202.
AMERICAN LEGION
BINGO!!! Join us every Tuesday for Bingo. Open to the public. Refreshments provided.
Doors open at 3:00 and Play Starts at 5:00.
302 S Lake St, Boyne City
BOYNE CITY TAP ROOM
Open Daily - 11am to 10pm
BOYNE RIVER GRILL
Open Wednesday through Monday from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM and CLOSED on Tuesdays.
BOYNE VALLEY VINEYARD
Monday 12:00 - 6:00
Tuesday & Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday 12:00 - 6:00
Friday 12:00 - 7:00
Saturday 11:00 - 7:00
Sunday 12:00 - 5:00
CAFE SANTE
Sunday - Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday & Saturday 8am - 11pm
CHARLEVOIX COUNTY TRANSIT -Charlevoix County Transit provides rides within Charlevoix County, Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. Call 582-6900 or use the online scheduling tool found on the Transit page of the Charlevoix County Website www.Charlevoixcounty.org. Service is available to all residents of the county.
CRACKERJACK BOARD SHACK
We have moved!!
We are in transition from one location to another. We are waiting for proper approvals before we can open in our new location.
or call us at 231-330-6503 to arrange for pick up.
New products continue to arrive and are slowly being uploaded to our website. Please call if you need anything.
LAVENDER HILL FARM
Starting November 9th we will be open (10am-5pm) Thursdays through Sundays.
MUSKRAT DISTILLING
Mon/Tues 4-10pm
Wed/Thur 4-11pm
Friday 4-12pm
Saturday 12-12pm
Sunday 12-8pm
Karaoke 8-11pm Wednesdays
Live music 8-11pm Fridays
RED MESA GRILL
Sunday through Thursday - 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday & Saturday - 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
STIGG'S BREWERY & KITCHEN
Mon. Closed
Tues. Closed
Wednesday Noon – 9PM
Thursday Noon – 9PM
Friday Noon – 10PM
Saturday Noon – 10PM
Sunday Noon – 8PM
SUNNYSIDE FAMILY DINER
Open Wednesday through Sunday
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
231-497-5050
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CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH
1250 Boyne Ave, Boyne City
231-582-9301
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE NATIVITY –
We welcome you to our Sunday worship service at 10:00am. In this season of Lent, we give special attention to healthy self-examination and self-awareness. Come as you are, we are always glad to welcome you.
Our worship services are also on live-stream on our Facebook page. You do not need a Facebook account: just open your internet browser (Google, Edge, Bing, Yahoo, or similar) and enter: https://www.facebook.com/EpiscopalBoyne. Or find us on Facebook, @EpiscopalBoyne. Church of the Nativity is located at 209 E. Main Street.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BOYNE CITY welcomes you to Worship with us at 10:30am. on Sundays at 401 S. Park St. Please use the Pine Street entrance which is ramp accessible.
COMPASS COMMUNITY CHURCH (BOYNE CITY UNITED METHODIST) invites all people to worship on Sunday at 10:30 am (324 S. Park St.). Please visit our webpage for additional information: www.compassboyne.org.
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Conservation Outreach Coordinator-Internship Summer 2024 |
Charlevoix Conservation District
303 North St, Boyne City, MI 49712
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Charlevoix County Community Foundation
301 Water St, East Jordan, MI 49727
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Northern Michigan Escapes
110 Water Street, Boyne City, MI 49712
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Northern Community Mediation
2202 Mitchell Park Drive, Unit 4, Petoskey, MI 49770
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Licensed Veterinary Technician |
Charlevoix Area Humane Society
614 Beardsley St, Boyne City, MI 49712
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Chamber Members- Please send us your business updates, specials, entertainment schedules, or any information about your business you would like to share in the newsletter. This is one of your benefits as a chamber member.
Help Us Help You!!!
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VISITORS GUIDE - The Boyne Area Chamber's Visitors Guide/Business Directory is available as a digital magazine as well as a beautiful full color printed magazine. It contains interactive content, including page-turning, links to websites and video, as well as a full search function. To view the digital publication, click here.
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