After some technical issues, including Zoom bombing and an inability to control inappropriate comments, during Thursday’s County Commission special meeting, Grand Traverse County Administrator Nate Alger joins us to discuss what happened and the steps being taken to prevent this happening again in the future.

A look back at some of the biggest local stories of the week, including yesterday’s controversial special meeting for the Grand Traverse County Commission and an update on COVID vaccine distribution for Northern Michigan.

Director of Community Health at Northwest Michigan Health Services, Tammy Sorensen joins us to talk about getting federal approval to provide the COVID vaccine to the community, which groups get vaccinated in what order, what to know about the other variants, and more.

Recent research is showing that the scattered feeling of distraction in our lives is no only a social and economic issue, but a public health issue, as well.  Bill Marsh, Jr., of the blog Making You Matter, joins us to explore some of the causes of distraction, and offer solutions to help regain your focus and mental clarity.   

A look back at stories from the past week in music, featuring the first “space bubble” concert, high tech scalpers being forced to pay up, and breakfast courtesy of Darius Rucker.

During the public comment period of this week’s virtual Grand Traverse County Commission meeting, Vice Chairman Ron Clous’ display of a firearm has gone viral.  Commission Chair Rob Hentschel joins us to discuss.

Each year, MAWBY Sparkling helps to raise funds for beloved local nonprofits.  MAWBY Marketing Manager Claire LePine joins us for at look back at the organizations they worked to help in 2020.

A look back at some of the biggest local headlines of the week, including confirmation of indoor dining returning February 1st, upcoming city projects, and the Grand Traverse County Commission meeting that made headlines for two reasons.   

Founders of Kultura Group, Matt Hodges and Abby Sierputowski are hosting a 10-month long #AllThemSmiles campaign, promoting the continued positive CULTURE happening all over Northern Michigan by partnering with the local non-profit Father Fred Foundations.  Things kick off Thursday, January 21st at Nolan’s Tobacco and Cigar Bar in Traverse City.

A look back at the past week in the world of music, including the death of Phil Spector, getting ready for the Save Our Stages Act funds, and why sea shanties are all the craze.