A recap of some of the biggest stories in the Grand Traverse region, including Grand Traverse County upping pension payments and expanding Commission on Aging’s partnership with BATA, East-West Corridor study findings, and developments and closings in the restaurant industry.

Benzie County Central Schools Superintendent Matt Olson, along with School Board President Brian Childs, joins us to discuss the “Strong Schools = Strong Communities” bond proposal and upcoming vote May 7. 

It’s an encore presentation of our conversation with Scott, Executive Chef at Apache in Traverse City, featuring not only wonderful dining but one of the best outdoor spaces of any restaurant in the area.

Sue Vado, Events and Donor Manager for Goodwill Northern Michigan, along with Bruce Byl, Food Rescue of Northwest Michigan co-founder, join us to discuss the origins and mission of Food Rescue, as well as talk about their upcoming Kentucky Derby benefit, May 4 at The Corner Loft in Downtown TC — with catering by the Boathouse.

Guest Host Vic McCarty speaks with Crystal Jeffords about her time serving overseas, returning to civilian life and her group “Hello Masillia,” for female veterans.

Author and Photographer Kate T. Parker (“Strong is the New Pretty”) returns to discuss her latest book, a celebration of the strength and spirit of boyhood.

This week’s discussion includes thoughts on touring musician holograms, R.Kelly’s financial situation, and the absolutely unnecessary “Grease” prequel.

With Easter upon us, New Hope Community Church is preparing for their annual presentation of “The Promise,” a powerful and moving theatrical depiction of the life and resurrection of Jesus.  Director Carolyn Hoover and New Hope Pastor Rick Stewart join us to discuss the production.

On this week’s Community Coffee Break, brought to you by Craig Wealth Advisors, Ginger and Pat discuss the CAC’s ongoing prevention and outreach activities in our community and beyond.

Executive Director of Interlochen Presents at Interlochen Center for the Arts, Rory joins us to discuss the exciting line-up of performers slated for this summer.