Up North Lowdown
Nine minutes of northern Michigan, every weekday.
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Our latest episode
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Federal money promised for reforestation after the 2025 ice storm in northern Michigan might not materialize. Also, the three moderators of tonight's Cherry Pie Debate tell us what to expect.
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Safety complaints in a Traverse City park are causing leaders to consider stiffer penalties for "prowling," which could bring 90 days of jail time. As police step up enforcement, we hear from people who are homeless and spend time in the park, as well as city officials. -
It took a few tries in front of the Board of State Canvassers, but Ashley Areeda has the green light to circulate a recall petition against Antrim County Clerk Victoria Bishop. -
Today, we pick up the phone and call the latest winner of the Up North Lowdown Puzzle. Test your wordplay mettle with Heather Huffstutler of Petoskey. -
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Hear our special episode broadcast live from the Harbor Springs Festival of the Book on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026! Authors, booksellers, a white whale who just wants a friend! What more could you ask for? -
A new listening event in Traverse City, and a half century old rock shop closes its doors. -
Today, the story of Therese O'Brien. Her family became the caretakers of the Carmelite Monastery in Traverse City when she was 17. She still takes care of the grounds today.
