Ward Eaton Towing

03/16/2026

March 16, 2026, 630pm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PUBLIC SAFETY ADVISORY – PLEASE STAY OFF THE ROADS

If you are thinking about driving tonight — don’t. Conditions across Grand Traverse
County are becoming life-threatening.

Grand Traverse County Emergency Management, in coordination with the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office, Traverse City Police Department, Michigan State Police Traverse City Post, Grand Traverse County Road Commission, and other public safety agencies are strongly urging residents to stay off the roads tonight.

A Winter Storm Warning for Grand Traverse County remains in effect.
Severe winter storm conditions continue to adversely affect the county:
• Nearly 3 feet of snow has already fallen in some areas
• Wind gusts of 40–50 mph are creating heavy blowing and drifting snow
• Darkness is setting in, making travel even more dangerous
• Wind chills are dropping below zero

Many roads are becoming more impassable due to deep snow drifts.

If you choose to travel tonight and become stranded, emergency responders may be severely delayed reaching you.

For your safety and the safety of first responders, please stay home and continue to ride out the remainder of this storm.

Roads crews will continue clearing operations overnight and into the morning as conditions allow for personnel to do so safely. Please give them time to open roads and improve driving conditions before attempting to travel tomorrow.

Grand Traverse County Emergency Management and our public safety partners continue to monitor conditions and coordinate response operations.

03/16/2026

****WINTER STORM WARNING EXTENDED FOR GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY****

The NWS Ga***rd has extended the Winter Storm Warning for Grand Traverse County through Tuesday morning.

Please continue to avoid traveling if possible as even though the road commission has every plow and vehicle they have on the road, the winds and additional snowfall is creating challenging conditions to keep them clear.

Here is the latest from NWS: Lingering icing across parts of northern lower MI this morning transitions to snow area-wide today. Several inches of new snow likely through tonight, heaviest across parts of the eastern U.P. and northwest lower. Snow combined with strong winds will result in whiteouts at times, especially near the Lake Michigan shoreline. Additionally, strong winds in areas that received heavy icing will exacerbate tree damage and infrastructural impacts

Cold temperatures filter in to northern Michigan behind the major winter storm. Consequently, for those without power, dangerously cold temperatures are expected this afternoon through Tuesday night.

03/16/2026

Stay safe and warm at home! We are always there for your unfortunate events! Call any time!❄️☃️☃️☃️❄️

03/16/2026

02/07/2026

Scammers are posing as legitimate tow truck companies online, taking money from stranded drivers and leaving them without help, according to a local wrecker service owner who has seen multiple cases in recent weeks.

What you need to know to protect yourself at the link in the comments.

10/14/2025

Meet Nathan! He's our featured pet of the week in Dave's Doghouse. Nathan is 1 year old. Nathan is new to shelter life so he's a little shy at first. He's looking for a quiet home that will let him take the world at his own pace. Once he gets comfortable, he wants nothing more than to cuddle with you. If you're interested in adopting this very sweet boy, please call the Cherryland Humane Society at 231 946-5116.

10/14/2025

Mark your calendars — the 2nd Annual Witches Night Out is taking over downtown Traverse City on Saturday, October 18th, 2025 from 5–10 PM!

Last year’s inaugural event brought more than 1,000 witches, wanderers, and wonder-seekers to the streets, and this year is shaping up to be even bigger. With 25+ confirmed businesses, live performances, enchanting activities, and plenty of magick in the air, this is one night you won’t want to miss.

Event Highlights:

Downtown Transformation – Local shops will offer exclusive sales, themed snacks and drinks, tarot readings, fairy hair, and other mystical surprises.
Costume Celebration – Come dressed as a witch (or however makes you feel magickal and powerful).
Live Performances – Featuring Hail Your Highness, Rebecca Jon, and more!
Shop Local – Explore Traverse City’s vibrant small businesses, including hidden gems!
Family Friendly Fun – All ages are welcome! Restaurants and bars are trained to serve responsibly, keeping retail and drinking areas separate. For a dry option, The Little Fleet is hosting a Free Spirits Dance Party all night — a non-alcoholic bash alongside their stellar menu.
Confirmed Businesses So Far: Blessed Be Tea & Apothecary, Brilliant Books, Slip Vintage, Higher Self, Evil Queen, My Secret Stash, Penny Lane, Intimi, Spice & Tea Merchants, Horizon Books, Surfaces, Haystacks, Nifty Things, Contigo Dogs, Darling Botanical, Middle Coast Brewery, Charles & Reid, The Workshop Brewing Company, Sweet Tartlette, Water Bearer Coffee, Little Fleet, Gypsy Spirits, Nolan’s Cigar Bar, Taproot & more.

Get Involved:

We’re still welcoming businesses, tarot readers, henna artists, and other magickal offerings to join in. Email us at [email protected] to connect.

Join the magick. Support local. Celebrate community.

Follow updates here blessedbetea.com/witches-night-out-2025

Special Shout Out to The Conscious Community Coven for Volunteering, Sponsoring and Event Planning!

10/14/2025

Please join Scot Michaels at the send-off tomorrow 6-7:30am and the Welcome home October 15th 9-11pm

10/09/2025

10/09/2025