Thirty students from three public and two private county schools will gather next week in Leland to compete for the title of Leelanau County Spelling Bee champion.
Co. spelling bee set next week in Leland
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Elmwood OK’s whiskey tasting room
Traverse City Whiskey Company will be able to move forward with its plans to add a tasting room to its distillery facility on Center Highway (County Road 633) following action last week by the Elmwood Township Planning Commission.
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Treasurer seeks raise in Solon
The Solon Township Board approved a total salary increase of $200 for its staff at last Thursday’s regular meeting.
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Solon sets course for grants
Solon Township is making progress on potentially securing grants for its park and recreation plan.
At its regular meeting last Thursday, the Solon Township Board approved adoption of an updated version of the plan.
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No raises sought in S-B Township
Suttons Bay Township’s elected officials have decided to forego any pay raises in the coming fiscal year as they have for at least the past three years.
At their regular monthly meeting last week, township board members adopted salary resolutions for the new fiscal year beginning April 1. The resolutions will keep salaries for elected officials at levels set in 2016.
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Winterfest big success in G-A
The past presidents took care of us this past weekend with a really nice day Saturday the 16th for the annual Glen Arbor Winterfest Chili Cook- Off and Perch Fishing Contest which was amazing and successful.
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Magistrate Court
Kayla R. Trago, 20, of 16541 Fowler Road, Lake Ann – Careless driving - $170 fines and costs.
Steven D. Russell, 63, of 225 E. Spruce Ln, Maple City – Defective equipment – fail to maintain - $95 fines and costs.
Damian D. Durga, 23, of 8273 Barney Rd., Traverse City – Speeding 60 in 55 mph zone, reduced from 67 - $120 fines and costs.
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Black Star awards
Black Star Farms was recently honored with two awards at the American Fine Wine Competition, an invitation-only event where 700 wines from 250 wineries were present.
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Raises sought in Kasson Township
Salary increases totaling just over $1,800 were included in resolutions adopted last week by the Kasson Township Board.
The board voted 3-0 Feb. 11, with clerk Traci Cruz and Tad Carter, trustee, absent, to support raises for the supervisor, clerk and trustee. No increase was approved for the clerk’s post.
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Omena comings, goings
The month of February finds people both coming and going in Omena. Some are going elsewhere getting a break from the cold and snow and ice. And some are coming to get a taste of those. Omena Bay is frozen - and has been for a couple of weeks — and there are a couple of ice fishermen out there almost every day now.
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143 make Suttons Bay honor roll
A total of 143 students grades 6-12 are listed on the honor roll for the second quarter marking period at Suttons Bay Schools.
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Egan resigns from S-B Village Council
The top vote-getter in the November 2018 election to fill three seats on the Suttons Bay Village Council has resigned.
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Looking Back...
5 YEARS AGO February 20, 2014
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Winter in the Old Days
After a relatively mild winter through much of January, Old Man Winter came back with a vengeance.
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Glen Arbor Winterfest: plenty of fun for all
Cold temperatures brought a record number of fishing tournament entries and more than 800 chili-eaters to the Glen Lake Winterfest Saturday in Glen Arbor.
There were just a few degrees difference between high and low temperatures and the mercury hung at about 22 all day long.
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Crowd cheers as Royston boys play together for ailing father
It was an emotional night to say the least in Leland.
Keegan Royston, a junior on the Leland varsity boys basketball team, joined his brother, Gavin, a sophomore on the Leland JV boys basketball team, for one night so their dad, Eric Royston, could watch them play together at least one more time.
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Three get National Tech Honor Society
Three students from Lake Leelanau St. Mary were inducted last night into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS).
Recognized for their scholastic achievement, leadership ability and high standards of personal and professional conduct were Breanna Weber, a senior, and juniors Hannah Gregory and Jonathan Gregory.
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St. Mary School to hold dinner for Gooden Family
St. Mary School and parish will host a benefit dinner for the Gooden family Friday.
Chili will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria for a free will donation. Take out is also available.
Nate and Maggie Gooden welcomed baby Clarabelle at just 24 weeks and six days gestation on Jan. 24.
The baby wasn’t due until May 10.
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Harry Potter marathon set
The Leelanau Community Cultural Center and Leelanau Books will host a Harry Potter Movie Marathon on March 2 and 3 at the Old Art Building in Leland.
Admission is free to the event, scheduled from from 8 a.m. to 7p.m., just bring a meal to share. Butter Beer and Bertie Botts Every Flavour Beans will be furnished.
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Big month for S-B/ Bingham fire & rescue
Last month was an unusually busy January for the Suttons Bay-Bingham Fire and Rescue Department, according to fire and rescue authority president Rich Bahle.
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No raises sought by brd. in Suttons Bay Township
Suttons Bay Township’s elected officials have decided to forego any pay raises in the coming fiscal year as they have for at least the past three years.
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Drunk man tries to bum a ride
A man was arrested last week after reports about a suspicious man knocking on doors in Elmwood Township.
About 3:30 last Thursday morning, deputies responded to reports on M-22 near East Walters Drive, of a male subject knocking on resident’s doors asking for a ride to Onekama.
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86th District Court
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VanderWall to visit Monday
State Sen. Curt VanderWall will be traveling the 35th District next week visiting with constituents.
VanderWall will be at the Leelanau County Government Center from 3 to 4 p.m. Monday.
He was scheduled to make it to the county late last month, but was forced to cancel due to poor weather conditions.
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Man stalked by woman
A 27-year-old Traverse City woman was bound over to Circuit Court last week on a charge of aggravated stalking.
Margaret B. Sandoval of 1237 Plainview Ave. waived a preliminary hearing last Thursday.
According to the criminal complaint dated Jan. 8, Sandoval violated the terms of a personal protection order secured against her by a male victim.
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Dispatch Blotter
Wednesday, Feb. 13
9:28 a.m. — Centerville Township — Caller’s husband, 94, went out to the barn 30 minutes ago to get tractor. Caller hasn’t seen him since. (Husband emerged from the barn)
10:54 a.m. — Centerville Township — Neighbor is plowing snow in caller’s yard.
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County Cuisine
Trish’s Dishes located in Leland provides sandwiches packed with nutrition and flavor. They are open 7 days a week for breakfast and lunch. This recipe brought to you by Trish’s Dishes is just like her beloved sandwiches, nutritious and packed with flavor.
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Talk of the County
Name: Joshua Vander Meulen
Town: Suttons Bay
Resident of county since: 6 years
Age and birthplace: 32, Traverse City
Occupation: Teacher at Northport Public School
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Deaths recorded in county
Douglas L. Strait, 54, of Solon Township died February 10 in Solon Township
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Marriages performed
Scott A. Besaw and Cheryl A. Cano, February 8 in Suttons Bay Township
Howard J. Vanderstow and Lori J. Nash, February 14 in Suttons Bay
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Soil Erosion Permits
Leland Township
Duane and Mary Newman – (Kasson Contracting Inc.) Excavation to dig basement for ranch house, driveway and yard shape at 6460 E. Duck Lake Road ($140).
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Real estate transfers recorded in county
February 8, 2019
Russel L. Davis to Elizabeth C. Davis, Section 21 in Leland Township.
Ross H. and Jayne M. Hare to themselves, Lot 14, Plat of Forest Glen in Glen Arbor Township.
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Construction Code Authority
Bingham Township
Patrick and Annette Kendziorski (Self) Construct new single family dwelling, two story with crawl space, main and second floors, covered porch, finished attached garage with attic and storage above at 2994 S. Lake Leelanau Drive ($240,920).
Kasson Township
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BEHIND THE PAGES OF THE LEELANAU ENTERPRISE
At the Enterprise, like any business, our strength is our employees. We are blessed to have a team of dedicated professionals working hard to produce the best possible product. Each week we will publish this feature to showcase one of our employees.
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Co. chamber reorganizing
The Leelanau Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is reaching out to nearly 200 local businesses inviting them to join the organization.
Businesses in the Leelanau chamber are invited to attend a special membership “Business after Hours” next Thursday, Feb. 28 at the Bay Theatre in Suttons Bay.
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S-B ice rink popular
Outdoor ice skating has returned to Suttons Bay.
For nearly 15 years, Suttons Bay has been home to an outdoor skating rink for people to enjoy throughout the winter. Suttons Bay resident Jeffy Fox has helped maintain the rink for the public to use on a daily basis.
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Northport Winter Carnival cancelled: MORE HELP NEEDED
The Winter Carnival was a treasure of Northport tradition for many years.
As the usual date of the annual event (the third weekend in February) has come and gone, community members, past and present, are still feeling the sting from its sudden and unexpected cancellation.
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Vacant land sales slow
While home sales in Leelanau are soaring to new heights, vacant property prices are slowly rising.
Real estate broker Rob Serbin of Glen Arbor explained through analogies.
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A wall of ice built up off the Empire Beach shoreline has drawn adventurous hikers onto Lake Michigan.
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Plamondon leads G-L bowlers
“It was a good practice for our upcoming regionals.”
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St. Mary drops close game to Frankfort
Up 30-24 heading into the fourth quarter, St. Mary was looking for a big win.
Frankfort turned the game around Monday, scoring 16 points in the fourth quarter alone to help them get past the Lady Eagles (13-3), 40-36.
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North Bay earns first victory, downs Buckley
Struggles return for North Bay.
The ladies of North Bay tried to build off their victory against Buckley, but Onekama was on a mission. The Lady Portagers ran past the ladies of North Bay, 64-41, using the strong defense to keep North Bay away from the basket.
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Lady Comets earn comeback win against GTA
Down by 11 points early, Leland started to play catch up.
The Lady Comets trailed by 11 after the first quarter, but took the lead after halftime and never looked back. Leland held on for the 51-42 win Tuesday over Grand Traverse Academy.
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Lady Lakers keep pace with Kingsley, down Buckley
Glen Lake isn’t going anywhere.
With the 76-41 victory against Buckley, the Lady Lakers continue to keep pace with Northwest Conference leading Kingsley, with the rematch set for Friday at Kingsley.
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Eagles fall to Hale, battle past Grand Traverse Academy
St. Mary will open the districts against Traverse City Christian following the game between Leland and Suttons Bay at St. Mary high school. The game will tip-off at approximately 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27.
St. Mary's falls to Hale
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Norsemen split season series against Onekama
Suttons Bay will open the districts against Leland on Wednesday, Feb. 27. Tip is set off for 6 p.m. at the St. Mary gym. The Norsemen faced off against Leland, but the game took place after press time.
Suttons Bay runs past St. Mary
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Comets down St. Mary, Buckley
A pair of 20s led the way for Leland.
Greyson Carlson and Gavin Miller both scored 20 points each Monday to lead the Comets past St. Mary, 66-46.
“We saw some great things from the guys,” Leland coach Jon Kiessel said. “The crowd came out for the Royston family, and we wanted to play well for them.”
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Lakers lock up Northwest Conference Title
Glen Lake will open the districts against Mancelona Monday at Glen Lake. The first round district game will tip off at 6 p.m., with the winner advancing to the next round Wednesday, Feb. 27 against Elk Rapids.
Glen Lake continues to stay red hot.
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Roger Schaub was inducted as a member of the Suttons Bay-Leelanau County Rotary Club last week.
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