Jim Horn

Traverse Talks-A Podcast

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"Traverse Talks" is a dynamic podcast that delves into the political landscape, news updates, and significant events unfolding within Grand Traverse County. Each episode offers in-depth discussions, expert analysis, and interviews with local politicians, activists, and community leaders to provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the issues that matter most to the county's residents. From policy debates to cultural events, the podcast serves as a vital source of information and perspective on the local level, aiming to engage and inform its audience about the developments that d...

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Jim Horn

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Highlights of The Grand Traverse Board Upcoming Meeting September 3, 2025 02.09.2025 2:37

Here's some of the agenda Items for September 3, 2025 meeting.

Traverse Talks Interviews Mary Mills, Candidate For Traverse City Commission 01.09.2025 8:01

Mary Mills Interview for Traverse City Commission

Join us as we talk to Merek Roman about a new Human Rights Exposition at the library 30.08.2025 6:21

Listen to the conversation with Merek

Traverse Talks: A brief update on some of the stories this past week August 29,2025 29.08.2025 3:29

Weekly news update

Exclusive Interview with Laura Ness Traverse City Commission Candidate 25.08.2025 17:00

Laura talks about her vision for the future of Traverse City, if elected.

1. "Slabtown Pushes to Give Neighborhood Associations a Stronger Voice in City Hall. 22.08.2025 12:40

Slabtown leaders are working to strengthen their association bylaws to ensure that when the group speaks, it does so with the backing of its residents. Instead of relying on single individuals making public comments, the new process would require votes and documented consensus. Supporters say this will give neighborhood concerns more credibility with the Traverse City Commission. ⸻

Traverse Talks: Your weekly news updates for August 22,2025 22.08.2025 4:24

Weekly news update August 22, 2025

Traverse Talks: 14th Street Improvements Coming. New Technology to Help Expedite The Project 20.08.2025 6:35

14th Street Improvements coming

Grand Traverse County Board Agenda August 20, 2025 18.08.2025 3:04

A short agenda summary of the up coming Grand Traverse County Board Meeting August 20, 2025.

Traverse Talks: A weekly wrap up August 15, 2025 15.08.2025 2:59

Your weekly news wrap up August 15, 2025

How to spend the opioid settlement dollars: Grand Traverse County Study Session August 13 11.08.2025 2:28

Opioid settlement dollars, how should they be spent.

Traverse Talks: Weekly News Update for August 8, 2025 08.08.2025 4:14

Traverse Talks News Update August 8, 2025

Bridging Jurisdictions: Grand Traverse County and Tribal Deputization Agreement Explained 07.08.2025 6:31

Grand Traverse County Board Of Commissoners August 6, 2025

Interview with Lance Boehmer: Candidate Traverse City Commission 05.08.2025 19:28

Lance is a candidate on the November 4, ballot.

Traverse Talks: Upcoming County Board Agenda for August 6,2025 04.08.2025 3:29

Board Agenda

Traverse Talks: Weekly 5 minute News Update For Grand Traverse County August 1, 2025 01.08.2025 3:51

News Update From News Sources

Backlogged Justice: Why Grand Traverse Needs a Second Judge: Study Session July 30,2025 30.07.2025 9:36

Welcome to Traverse Talks, I'm Jim Horn. Today we dive into Grand Traverse County's mounting courtroom backlog and the proposal to add a second probate judge. We'll unpack how Michigan Supreme Court data shows our local probate and circuit courts are under-judged, leading to months-long delays for urgent family and criminal cases. Stay tuned as we hear from judges and commissioners about the costs...

Grand Traverse Board Study Session: Budgets & Department Briefings Set for July 30 28.07.2025 3:32

BOC Wednesday July 30, 2025 9AM

Traverse Talks: your weekly news update July 25, 2025 26.07.2025 3:20

The stories making this weeks headlines.

Commissoner Hentschel pushes back, Marihuana Tax Distribution Process is Approved 17.07.2025 4:56

GT County board meeting July 16, 2025.

When Victims Wait: Staffing, Funding, and Public Safety in Grand Traverse: 16.07.2025 22:08

A conversation with Grand Traverse County Prosecuting Attorney Noelle Moggenberg

Marijuana Money and Civic Openings: What's Ahead at the July 16 Meeting County Commissoners Meeting 14.07.2025 5:22

A couple of interesting agenda items coming up at the Grand Traverse County Board meeting July 16, 2025.

"Understaffed and Overworked: The Dire Situation in the Prosecutor's Office 10.07.2025 11:54

July 9 Study Session Grand Traverse County Board. A serious situation of understaffing and underpay.

Hidden Dental Lifeline: Inside United We Smile | Traverse Talks 01.07.2025 12:57

Join host Jim Horn as dental hygienist Jennifer Kerns reveals how United We Smile delivers high-quality, dental care while training tomorrow's dentists. Hear real solutions for children, veterans, and patients with sensory or mobility challenges in northern Michigan. Questions or ready to book an intake? Call 231-844-4601.

Inside the Alpha Project: Future-Proofing Grand Traverse County's Emergency Hub 30.06.2025 9:03

This episode of Traverse Talks dives into the latest briefing from construction firm Cunningham Limp on Grand Traverse County's $ "Alpha Project," a large-scale upgrade of storage and emergency-services facilities. Jim Horn explores commissioners' discussions on geothermal, solar, and green-roof options, their return-on-investment calculations, and design strategies to ensure the complex can expan...