Welcome to Interlochen Michigan

Interlochen is a small town in NW Lower Michigan near Traverse City and is home to the Interlochen Center for the Arts and WIAA Radio. I grew up near there and it's a great little town. Check out: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interlochen,_Michigan - Episode Title: "Welcome to Interlochen" - Host: Mike Dell - Location: Interlochen, Michigan, 15 miles from host's home - Personal Connection: Frequent visits for brunch and family gatherings - Key Feature: Interlochen Center for the Arts - a renowned performing and visual arts school - Population: 694 (2020 census), significantly increased by summer music camp attendees - Nearby Family: Sister lives in the area - Geographical Context: Reference to US highways nearby - Town Status: Unincorporated, with its own post office and ZIP code - Infrastructure: Small airport with two grass runways; ongoing tension with township regarding its existence - Name Origin: "Interlochen" - Latin for "between" and Scottish for "lakes," located between Green Lake and Duck Lake - Concert Venue: Arts academy venue accommodates ~4,000, with views of Green Lake - Winter Activities: Ice fishing on Green Lake, driving across a frozen ice bridge - Community Memories: Hanging out at state park beach, deep-fried smelt culinary experience - Graduation Venue: Traverse City Public Schools holds ceremonies at Kresge Auditorium in Interlochen - Notable Alumni: Includes Chip Davis (Mannheim Steamroller) and singer Jewel - Next Episode Tease: Focus on an interesting building in Traverse City