Week of May 16, 2025 - wsg Aubrey Ann Parker, The Betsie Current

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 comes from West Shore Bank – committed to the well-being of the community, and The Coin Slot Arcade Bar – a chill hangout in Traverse City featuring a full bar, pinball machines, and a great selection of drinks.

First, we take a deep dive into Aubrey’s latest cover story about anaplasmosis, a lesser-known but rapidly spreading tick-borne disease now showing up in northern Michigan. With symptoms more intense than Lyme and cases rising in both people and pets, this one is a must-hear.

Then Beth breaks down the future of Traverse City’s Governmental Center — a civic hub that may be due for big changes. And finally, we cover major state grants heading to both the Civic Center and East Bay Township — and what these funds will mean for public space in the region.

Currently with Christal Frost is a Compass Local podcast produced by Pancake Boy Productions.

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