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Hi there, Harbor Springs! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will Harbor Springs fund downtown lampposts, Ice Fest, and future upgrades?
  • Why Harbor Springs firefighters were called to a tragic Cross Village blaze.
  • See how Harbor Springs girls secured Ethan McCarthy’s first coaching win.

Also on today's calendar: Annex Karaoke and 5 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Chilly with snow, 1-3", with a high of 29 and low of 25 degrees.
  • Friday: A little snow, up to 1", temps: high: 32, low: 19. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Saturday: Very cold; a bit of a.m. snow, with a high of 20 and low of 15 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Downtown plans and funding part of city budget discussion (harborlightnews.com) — Harbor Springs officials are weighing how to fund key downtown projects in the 2026 budget, from repainting city-owned lampposts to supporting Ice Fest and restroom maintenance. Council members pressed the Downtown Development Authority to better integrate its plans into the city’s capital improvements process, while also debating priorities like social media spending, future heated sidewalks, and possible changes to Merchant’s Walkway.
   

2. Human remains found in Cross Village Township fire investigation (upnorthlive.com) — Authorities are investigating a deadly house fire in Cross Village Township after human remains were found, though the sheriff says there’s no ongoing danger to the public. Harbor Springs Area Fire Department joined multiple Emmet County agencies in responding, and investigators are still working to identify the victim and determine what happened.
   

3. PHOTOS: Harbor Springs girls contain St. Ignace to earn first win (petoskeynews.com) — Harbor Springs girls basketball fans have something to cheer about as the Rams notched their first win of the season, 58-44 over St. Ignace. The victory also marked a milestone for new head coach Ethan McCarthy, who earned his first win leading the program, captured in a full photo set.
   

4. McMorrow slams Stevens' impeachment bid, injecting fire into Michigan's U.S. Senate primary (michiganadvance.com) — A new 10-year economic development plan co-sponsored by state Sen. John Damoose of Harbor Springs is drawing attention as Democrats battle for Michigan’s 2026 U.S. Senate nomination. The plan would tailor growth strategies by region, while Mallory McMorrow and Haley Stevens trade sharp blows over Stevens’ move to impeach the federal health secretary, signaling a more combative primary ahead.
   

5. Nancy Elizabeth Johnston (harborlightnews.com) — Harbor Springs friends and family are invited to honor longtime educator Nancy Elizabeth Johnston at a Funeral Mass on Saturday, December 20, at Holy Childhood of Jesus Catholic Church. Nancy grew up in Harbor Springs, married here, and leaves deep local ties through her son, grandchildren, and many loved ones who remember her creativity, teaching career, and joyful holiday traditions.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday December 11
  • Locals Night at Jax Northside
    Jax Northside , 757 Petoskey Avenue (U.S. 31 South) , Charlevoix
    4:00 pm
  • Happy Hour at Walloon Watershed on Wednesdays and Thursdays
    Walloon Watershed , 4128 M-75 , Walloon Lake
    4:00 pm
  • Sage Prime Rib Special – Wednesdays & Thursdays
    Sage Restaurant Inside Odawa Casino Petoskey , 1760 Lears Rd , Petoskey
    5:00 pm
  • Sips & Sax at The Castle Pub - Thursdays
    Castle Farms , 5052 M-66 North , Charlevoix
    6:00 pm

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  • State Tree Service is now offering plowing.
    Please call us anytime, we will be happy to help. Call Tony at (630)-770-3873 (Nextdoor Harbor Springs)
  • Boyne Resorts posted a job opening for Ticket Scanner in Harbor Springs. Apply here.
  • United Parcel Service - UPS posted a job opening for Driver Helper - United Parcel Service - UPS in Harbor Springs. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Harbor Springs here.

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