Talk of the North with Nick Rhudy

Episode 865

Nighttimes in Petoskey are set to get dimmer over the next few years. A Traverse City road work project wraps up ahead of schedule. And I will be joined by Mike Williford, a St Ignace City Council member, to talk all of the latest developments regarding the ferry service to Mackinac Island.

Episode 864

It's now a waiting game as FEMA has wrapped up its preliminary damage assessments across Michigan to determine if we qualify for federal relief. Haring Township's new well is about 2 weeks behind schedule. And a popular Traverse City-area eaglet is receiving care after a tumble out of its nest. This week, the Michigan Liquor Control Commission and State Police showed up at both Iron Pig locations in Gaylord, searching for a specific liquor that they eventually confiscated. They called it a routine inspection, the Iron Pig said it was more like a raid. Nick speaks with the owner, Ian Murphy, to learn more. Nick is joined by Wid Lyman, a reporter with Border Hawk News. Wid shares what he has been covering regarding the clash between law enforcement and increasingly mob-like protestors.

Episode 863

A federal judge who committed a crime in Emmet County is under review for possibly violating his parole. We have the latest details in the Linda Meteer Murder Trial. And Munson Healthcare and its nurses have reached a tentative agreement.

Featuring a Farmer: Coveyou Scenic Farm Market

Nick is joined by David Coveyou, owner of Coveyou Scenic Farm Market in Petoskey, to talk about his farm, what makes it unique, and how it impacts the community. This conversation was brought to you by Ellsworth Farmers Exchange, a proud Legend Seeds Dealer in Atwood, Alanson, Mancelona, and Ellsworth.

Episode 862

Major road work begins in St Ignace next week. Do you live in Cheboygan and want to serve your community? There may be an opportunity for you. And we're joined by State Representative Dave Prestin to talk about his proposal for a wolf hunt.