Currently with Christal Frost

In the wake of recent violence at the Traverse City Wal-Mart, this episode of Currently focuses on more than just the facts—we're exploring our shared responsibility in how we talk about tragedy. Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) and Christal recap the latest developments in the case and to take a deeper look at the ethical role all of us—journalists, commentators, and even social media users—p...

On this week's episode of Currently, Christal Frost is joined by Traverse City Ticker's Beth Milligan and 9&10 News anchor Bill Froehlich for a fast-paced roundup of top local and statewide stories. ​ This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – com...

This week on Currently, Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) provides updates on the Old Mission Peninsula winery lawsuit, the $17 million indoor fieldhouse proposal from TCAPS, and the settlement details surrounding former city manager Liz Vogel. Then, journalist Art Bukowski returns to talk about two stories rooted in Traverse City's evolving landscape — the Meijer Springbrook Acres development...

This week on Currently, we dive into the stories shaping Northern Michigan, starting with the latest in a years-long legal battle between Old Mission Peninsula wineries and Peninsula Township. Beth Milligan of the Traverse City Ticker breaks down what the latest ruling means and what happens next. Then, Interlochen Public Radio's Ellie Katz brings us a cherry crop update, including how late frost...

This week on Currently, Christal Frost and Beth Milligan dig into the truth behind recent E. coli advisories affecting local beaches. What really causes contamination? How are levels tested? And what can you do to stay safe? Then, Beth breaks down three key Traverse City DDA projects: a long-awaited farmers market pavilion, riverfront improvements, and the evolving vision for Rotary Square. Plus,...

This week on Currently , we welcome Leelanau Ticker 's Craig Manning to the show for the very first time, joining our favorite news whisperer Beth Milligan of the Traverse City Ticker . This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the w...

This week, Interlochen Public Radio's Claire Keenan-Kurgan makes her debut with two timely stories from across the state: Michigan lawmaker John Roth's push for earmarked funds to build a juvenile facility in Traverse City, and the new ICE detention center now operation in Lake County. Claire shares community responses and workforce concerns.   Then, Beth Milligan breaks down local updates, includ...

On this week's Currently , Christal and Beth Milligan break downf some of the region's most pressing—and promising—local developments. This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the well-being of the community, and The Coin Slot Arcad...

Summer means lots of live music, and on this week's "Currently," Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) welcome Joe Beyer , freelance writer, to kick things off with his full guide to our region's summer concert season —from big names at Interlochen to intimate local venues like Iron Fish, SummerSounds, and the Alluvion. This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler H...

In Episode 17 of Currently, we're going "OG style" as host Christal Frost and Traverse City Ticker's Beth Milligan have a "classic duo" breakdown of the week's biggest stories in Northern Michigan. ​This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – commi...

On this week's episode of Currently , we're digging into everything from international healthcare recruitment to backyard septic tanks—and topping it off with an almost-summertime treat! This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings: Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the...

On this week's Currently , Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) welcome Aubrey Ann Parker, editor of The Betsie Current , for her first appearance — fresh off two first-place wins from the Michigan Press Association. This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter  Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings : Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also c...

This week on "Currently," special guest journalist Art Bukowski ( Traverse City Business News ) joins Christal and Beth Milligan ( Traverse City Ticker ) to share an unfiltered look into the end-of-life industry in northern Michigan. ​This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter  Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings : Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support a...

On this delicious episode  Currently , we dig into Northern Michigan's vibrant food scene. This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter  Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings : Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from  West Shore Bank  – committed to the well-being of the community, and  The Coin Slot Arcade Bar  – a chill hangout in Traverse Ci...

This week on Currently , Christal Frost and Traverse City Ticker head writer Beth Milligan are joined by returning guest Bill Froehlich from 9&10 News.  This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings : Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the well-being of the community, and...

This week on Currently , Christal Frost and Beth Milligan ( Traverse City Ticker ) are joined by special guest Michelle Perez , News Director at WTCM Radio. From storm recovery to restaurant buzz, it's a jam-packed show covering the stories shaping Northern Michigan. This episode is brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings : Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Av...

This week on Currently , Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) are joined by special guest Nick Loud , co-founder and creative director of The Boardman Review . Brought to you by lead underwriter  Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings : Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from  West Shore Bank  – committed to the well-being of the communit...

This week on Currently , we welcome a new voice to the table — Ellie Katz , science, conservation, and environment reporter from Interlochen Public Radio — who joins Beth Milligan of the Traverse City Ticker and host Christal Frost for a jam-packed conversation! Brought to you by lead underwriter  Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings : Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse Cit...

It's a Spring Break edition of Currently with just Beth Milligan and Christal Frost holding down the fort in Traverse City! Brought to you by lead underwriter  Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings : Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from  West Shore Bank  – committed to the well-being of the community, and  The Coin Slot Arcade Bar  – a chill hango...

On this week's Currently , Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) are joined by special guest Jacob Wheeler (Glen Arbor Sun) to break down the latest headlines affecting Northern Michigan. Brought to you by lead underwriter Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings : Home Fashion Elevated, located on S. Garfield Avenue in Traverse City. Support also comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the we...

This week on Currently , our Journalist in Residence Beth Milligan ( Traverse City Ticker) steps in as guest host, joined by Bill Froehlich from 9&10 News . Together, they break down the biggest recent stories: 🔹 Traverse City's biggest road project of 2025 kicks off March 21—how will detours impact your daily commute? 🔹 A  Cadillac homeowner demands accountability over alleged violations by the...

This week on Currently with Christal Frost , we dive into Northern Michigan's top local stories with our journalist in residence, Beth Milligan of the Traverse City Ticker, and our special guest, Art Bukowski of the Traverse City Business News and the Traverse City Ticker ! 🚤 First up, Art takes us inside the booming boating industry . While COVID-19 sank many sectors, boat sales skyrocketed. We...

This week, Christal is joined by our Journalist in Residence Beth Milligan ( Traverse City Ticker ) and special guest Alli Baxter ( UpNorthLive ) to break down the top local headlines, including: 💰 Marijuana tax dollars at work – Northern Michigan communities are set to receive a share of nearly $100 million in marijuana tax revenue. How will these unrestricted funds help solve critical water iss...

In this week's episode of Currently with Christal Frost , we dive into the biggest local stories shaping northern Michigan with our esteemed guest journalists, Beth Milligan of the Traverse City Ticker and Jacob Wheeler of the Glen Arbor Sun . First, we explore the evolving challenges facing local schools and communities following the Executive Order that revokes safe haven protections for schools...

In this week's episode of Currently with Christal Frost , we're joined by our Journalist in Residence, Traverse City Ticker's Head Writer Beth Milligan, and special guest Ed Ronco, News Director for Interlochen Public Radio. We kick off with a major discussion on press freedom and public broadcasting funding and the First Amendment's role in journalism. Later in the episode: Education Upgrades: TC...