September Stroke Club: ‘Benefits of Balance Training and Aquatic Therapy Following a Stroke’

September Stroke Club: ‘Benefits of Balance Training and Aquatic Therapy Following a Stroke’  Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club meets at Presbyterian Church on September 10  The Grand Traverse Bay Area Stroke Club will host a meeting from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10, at the Presbyterian Church, located at 701 Westminster Rd. in Traverse City. The event will highlight the important benefits of balance training and aquatic therapy for stroke recovery.Kristin Semeyn, PT, MPT, Wellness

Brandon Ahlgren, MD, Joins Munson Healthcare Rheumatology

  Brandon Ahlgren, MD, Joins Munson Healthcare Rheumatology  Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Brandon Ahlgren, MD, to the Rheumatology team.  Dr. Ahlgren comes from a family of physicians. He is the oldest of five siblings, two of whom are also doctors. He became interested in joint and bone pathology from his father, an orthopedic spine surgeon. This interest led him to pursue a specialty in rheumatology.   Dr. Ahlgren attended medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine,

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Brent L. Flusty, DO, Joins Munson Healthcare Neurosurgery

Brent L. Flusty, DO, Joins Munson Healthcare Neurosurgery    Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Brent L. Flusty, DO, to the Neurosurgery team.    Dr. Flusty chose to pursue a career in neuroscience due to the rewarding nature of stroke and neuro-intervention. He takes pride in treating stroke patients and giving them the best opportunity at continuing to live a normal life, while also providing education about the ever-evolving advancements in stroke treatment.     “My favorite part of

SUSTAINING HEALING, STRENGTHENING FUTURES: TRAVERSE BAY CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER CIRCLE OF FRIENDS LUNCHEON

TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN — Traverse Bay Children’s Advocacy Center (TBCAC) is excited to host its annual fundraiser luncheon, Circle of Friends, at the Great Wolf Lodge Conference Center in Traverse City, MI on Thursday, October 2. The event brings together the organization’s greatest supporters to celebrate the mission’s impact. TBCAC is recognizing 15 years of restoring justice, hope, and healing in Northwest Michigan and the nonprofit will premier an organizational video during the program. Attendees

Culinary Benefit Dinner to Support Great Lakes Culinary Institute scholarships at Traverse City Horse Shows

Final Saturday of Show Jumping Season to Celebrate Food, Education, and Community Traverse City, MI (August 21, 2024) — During its final weekend of the 2025 season, Traverse City Horse Shows (TCHS) will close its season with a special culinary event on Saturday, September 20: a benefit dinner supporting the Great Lakes Culinary Institute (GLCI) Scholarship Fund. Held at Flintfields Horse Park, the evening features a long-table dinner with passed hors d’oeuvres, a curated wine tasting, and a three-course

TBA Credit Union Supports Traverse City Area Public Schools with Annual Donation

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – In a continued effort to support the education of local students, TBA Credit Union (TBACU) has donated its annual contribution to Traverse City Area Public Schools (TCAPS) for $16,100. This year’s donation will directly support every elementary student in the district by providing dry-erase board markers for classroom use.  Funds will also provide students' opportunities through the Learning, Enrichment, & Athletic Program (LEAP) and sponsor static and digital signage at Thirlby

TBA Credit Union Welcomes Maxwell Janis to Board of Directors

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – TBA Credit Union has announced the appointment of Maxwell Janis to its Board of Directors. A Traverse City native, Janis holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Alma College and brings extensive experience in financial advising and entrepreneurship.  Janis is committed to financial literacy and community service. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan and plays an active role in his family’s business,

News Release: 8/11/2025

The Michigan Lupus Foundation is taking a new approach to advocacy and fundraising with “The Invisible Illness,” a comic book created in collaboration with Michigan-based Comix WellSpring’s BrandComix division to help raise crucial funding for the nonprofit. This powerful, illustrated story reveals the unseen struggles of living with lupus and the life-changing role community support plays.   Told through the lens of a young mother, “The Invisible Illness” shares the emotional and physical realities of

Megan Vanderkaay, PA-C, joins Munson Healthcare Great Lakes Plastic Surgery and Skin Center

Megan Vanderkaay, PA-C, joins Munson Healthcare Great Lakes Plastic Surgery and Skin Center Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Megan VanderKaay, PA-C, to the Great Lakes Plastic Surgery and Skin Center team.    Megan earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Colorado. Before joining Munson, she spent two years as a hospitalist PA on the surgical co-management team at Children’s Hospital Colorado, where she provided comprehensive perioperative care for medically

REHMANN RANKED IN CONSTRUCTION EXECUTIVE’S TOP 50 CONSTRUCTION ACCOUNTING FIRMS FOR SEVENTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

REHMANN RANKED IN CONSTRUCTION EXECUTIVE’S TOP 50 CONSTRUCTION ACCOUNTING FIRMS FOR SEVENTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR   Troy, Mich., – August 6, 2025 – Rehmann, a fully integrated professional advisory firm, has been named in Construction Executive’s (CE) 2025 The Top 50 Construction Accounting Firms™. Rehmann was ranked 26 out of 50 U.S. construction accounting firms, moving up from last year’s position as number 30.     “We are grateful to be recognized again by Construction Executive for our dedication to

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The Botanic Garden Announces 2025 Great Lakes, Great Plants Symposium

Traverse City, MI — The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park is excited to announce the return of the Great Lakes, Great Plants Symposium, taking place September 25–27, 2025, in beautiful Traverse City. Now in its new fall timeframe, this multi-day event is designed for horticulture professionals, designers, and plant enthusiasts from across the Great Lakes region and beyond. The 2025 theme—Gardening in the Midwest, Wild Designs, and Art in the Landscape—celebrates bold plant combinations, thoughtful

New adventures and amenities this summer at Crystal Mountain

Media Use:Photos THOMPSONVILLE, Mich. (July 15, 2025) – Crystal Mountain is excited to welcome locals and visitors alike to experience an impressive array of new attractions and enhanced offerings. Emphasizing adventurous family fun and unparalleled convenience, the 1500-acre resort is inviting guests to embrace the magic of long summer days, sparkling fresh water, and unforgettable experiences. "Summer in northern Michigan is remarkable, and there are so many ways people can embrace the season on

Ecovillages and Intentional Communities Tour Coming to Crystal Mountain

Michigan Ecovillages and Intentional Communities Tour: July 17-24, 2025 Discover sustainable living practices on Michigan's first "Ecovillages and Intentional Communities Tour," running July 17-24, 2025. This free, eight-day event offers a unique opportunity to explore existing and developing ecovillages and intentional communities across Michigan, highlighting successful community-building and ecological innovations. Organized by Tom Stanton of Community Energy Solutions, LLC, the tour aims to showcase

Crystal Mountain welcomes two dynamic leaders to the Groups Sales team

THOMPSONVILLE, Mich. (April 24, 2025) – Crystal Mountain, northern Michigan’s premier four-season resort, is thrilled to announce the hiring of two accomplished individuals to its sales leadership team. Ashley Curd and Skye Lemmen have joined Crystal Mountain as Group Sales Managers, bringing a wealth of experience and a shared passion for the region to their new roles.Ashley Curd, a Northern Michigan native, returns to her roots with a strong background in client management and engagement. Most recently,

CRYSTAL NEWS: A collaborative effort between non-profits brings metro-Detroit students to Crystal Mountain

THOMPSONVILLE, Mich. (March 10, 2025) – A collaborative effort between Crystal Community Ski Club (CCSC), Detroit Outdoors, SOS Outreach, and Bus for Outdoor Access and Teaching (BOAT), is set to bring a group of students from Hamtramck High School to Crystal Mountain for an unforgettable winter adventure. The initiative is to break down socio-economic barriers and provide access to snowsports for students who might otherwise miss out on the joys of winter in Michigan. This trip, March 12-14, marks the

Crystal Mountain hires Julie Oatman as Director of Sales

THOMPSONVILLE, Mich. (Dec. 20, 2024) – From conferences by the casino to slopeside meetings and events, Julie Oatman has been named the new Director of Sales at Crystal Mountain. Oatman comes to Crystal after working in sales for more than 25 years at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort in Mount Pleasant, Mich. She began as Corporate and Incentive Sales Manager in 1998, implementing effective sales strategies, managing key client relationships, and driving customer engagement. In 2017 she was promoted to

TBA Credit Union Celebrates 69 Years by Paying it Forward

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – TBA Credit Union (TBACU) celebrated 69 years of providing services to its members. Every year, to celebrate TBA Credit Union’s birthday, the Credit Union conducts a Pay-it-Forward celebration. The Credit Union donated a total of $6,000 to the community throughout the month of November. Six teams were formed, consisting of team and board members, and six non-profits were selected to receive a $1,000 donation.  Recipients includedCherryland Humane SocietyRainbow Hope FarmReining