Talk of the North with Nick Rhudy

Garfield Township is a step closer to temporarily shutting down any possibility of data centers. Major emergency road work is coming to Grand Traverse County early next week. We also hear from MDOT on what caused the M119 washouts to be so severe and where expectations should be set for repairs.

A local health department takes over management of nine regional dental clinics. A chain reaction in the UP caused a truck to crash into a car wash. And Nick is joined by Justin Michal, a Republican running for Michigan's First Congressional District.

The Park Place Hotel has been sold to a local ownership group. The Harbor Springs DDA is continuing conversations about a proposed streetscapes project amid opposition from a community group. Nick is joined by State Representative John Roth to talk about the recently passed state budget.

Two Gaylord men have received pardons from President Trump. In a shocking reversal, Michigan State University's president has decided to stay at the university. And FEMA has opened applications for relief following April's flooding.

Antrim County's County Clerk is facing a possible recall. As the debate over the use of Flock cameras by local law enforcement rages, a public hearing on the installation of Flock cameras in a local township is set for tonight. And Charlevoix County is taking steps to fix the boardwalk section of the Little Traverse Wheelway.

The President has overruled a FEMA rejection of disaster relief funding for Michigan. A local dam's future may have been impacted by the severe weather this week. And Nick is joined by Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment, to discuss Senator Elizabeth Warren’s latest attack on the $2 trillion private credit market.

It'll cost you more to park in downtown Traverse City. Michigan has no budget deal, just hours away from the deadline. Your 4th of July cookout is going to cost you more than last year. And Nick is joined by State Representative Joe Aragona of Clinton Township.

IT'S HOT OUTSIDE! A shocking arrest in Cadillac during an attempted robbery. A longtime Grand Traverse County official is retiring. And more legal firepower is being brought into the zoning dispute between Leland Lighthouse and Leland Township.

Cadillac Area Public Schools has approved a budget for the upcoming year that is facing a projected deficit. A recent fire in Grand Traverse County is being treated as suspicious. And an update on the Beitner Bridge repairs in Grand Traverse County.

A man accused of causing half a million dollars of arson damage in Charlevoix County has been arrested in New Hampshire. Little Traverse Conservancy is building a new headquarters at the site of its most visited property. And an emergency landing at Cherry Capital Airport led to diverted flights for an hour and a half yesterday.

Wexford Township residents stood together in opposition to a proposed renewable energy project. Northport voters will determine the future of a local dam in the general election. A state budget framework has been reached by the House Republicans and Senate Democrats, and they are now ironing out final details.

Nick is joined by Andre Kitscher, owner of Peaceful Valley Farm 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.

Lots of road work to watch out for this week in Traverse City. Trucker Randy's defamation suit has been dropped. Nick is joined by State Representative Ken Borton to discuss ongoing budget negotiations and get his reaction to President Trump's endorsement of Congressman John James.

The Emmet County Sheriff's Office updates us on a serious crash that took place last night. A local company has ruled out using its property for a data center in Hayes Township. And a local township is leaving a partnership with a local city EMS provider.

An update on Leelanau County's administrator and why he is on administrative leave. The city of Cheboygan is contacting residents, looking for any lingering lead pipes. And some Antrim County residents are seeking answers in the midst of an investigation into the county clerk.

We check in on what took place at this week's Grand Traverse County Commission Meeting. An update on FishPass in Traverse City. And a Leelanau County catholic church is set to hold its final Mass after 100-plus years of services.

A major road project has wrapped up weeks early. More details have been revealed regarding Leelanau County's Administrator Jim Dyer being placed on administrative leave. Nick is joined by State Representative Mike Harris to discuss his new bill that bans taxes on streaming services.

A wrongful death lawsuit over the death of an 8-year-old Grand Traverse County boy has been refiled. Former Speaker of the House Lee Chatfield's wife has taken a plea deal in an embezzlement case. And Traverse City has a new city attorney.

Gas prices rose slightly, but could start to drop significantly soon. Antrim County's Clerk has had her access to voter rolls revoked. And a St. Ignace man is accused of embezzling funds from one nonprofit and redirecting them to another nonprofit.

Mackinac Island and Hoffman Marine say they are headed for mediation. A multi-state law enforcement operation has led to the arrest of multiple people who were using terrorist methods to try to get the U of M and others to cut ties with Israel. And we'll be speaking with Harbor Springs Girls' soccer coach Aaron Riley.

A local township is considering a temporary ban on data centers. A local county administrator is on paid administrative leave amid an internal investigation. And one of the Straits-area cities has taken a major action, involving itself in the ongoing Mackinac Island Ferry dispute.

A local township is under a boil water advisory. A new report says that Michigan ranks toward the bottom for child well-being. Nick is joined by State Representative Cam Cavitt to get an update on some of his legislation and what is happening down in Lansing.

The recall effort against Grand Traverse County Prosecutor Noelle Moggenburg gets a notable update. A new bill would force retailers to round down change to the nearest nickel, instead of rounding up! Nick is joined by Executive Chef Mike Sader of Salty's Bar and Grille at Springbrook Golf Club. If you think northern Michigan doesn't have high-quality chefs and kitchens, think again! Mike shares h...

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.