From NORTH COAST IMAGEWEAR it is with great sorrow that we say good-bye to Tracy Piehl, business owner and friend. He was the heart and soul of North Coastand will be missed by friends and customers alike. To honor Tracy's memory, wewill continue to service our customers, offering embroidery, screen printing and banners. If you've ordered from us once or 100 times, we would love to hear your stories of Tracy. We hope you stop by soon with an order and a story. He would love that!

The member/owners of Bay Winds Federal Credit recently approved a partnership with Members Credit Union of Traverse City, creating the most comprehensive network of locally-owned financial institutions in northern Michigan. More than 76 percent (2,900 in support and 910 opposed) of those voting endorsed the partnership. Voting was concluded at a Special Meeting held October 1, where results were certified by a third party accounting firm. The partnership expects to yield enhanced convenience and account management tools, increased member value derived from operational efficiencies, and a stronger, more innovative financial institution. The joined credit union is slated to begin operating under a new name in early 2015. In the interim, both institutions will continue operations as usual. More information available at  www.baywindsfcu.com/partnership or www.memberscu.com/partnership.

October and November are full of things to explore, enjoy and learn here at North Central's Corporate & Community Education department. In October, check out Winemaking, Beekeeping, Grant-writing, Genealogy, Rome, Water Bugs, Photography, Fire-Prevention, Karate and more. November brings the Second Around the Table: Local Food & Farming Conference, QuickBooks, Battlefields to Farmfields film, and MS Excel.And, there are always online options at www.ed2go.com/ncmc. CCE also brings workshops to businesses, customizing the content to the needs of your organization and scheduling classes when and where you need them.  For more information about CCE's programs, please visit our website at  www.ncmich.edu/cceor call us at 231-348-6613 or 231-348-6705.

Zip of Terror at Boyne Mountain Resort on Saturday, October 18th and on Friday, October 24th & Saturday, October 25th Dare to be S-C-A-R-E-D! Get ready for a spine-tingling experience. The Zip of Terror is an after dark, self-guided tour of Boyne Mountain Resort's ten ziplines. Each year offers new spooks and thrills. Costumed guides hook you in to each of ten lines of terror and send you soaring through the night. But be wary, you are not alone in these woods and fright lurks around every corner. Reservations are required with departures every 30 minutes from 7 - 11pm.  The haunting experience is an hour to an hour and a half long. Call today, 231.549.7256. Details at boynemountain.com.

Christ Child Society of Northern Michigan congratulates local attorney, Kathy Reed, for receiving the 2014 Volunteer of the Year award, in recognition of her selfless service in making a difference in the lives of children.  Ms. Reed heads the Backpack Program that provides backpacks stocked with clothing, school supplies and toiletries.  400 of our area's Head Start children receive these backpacks each year.  Our heartfelt thank you to Kathy Reed for dedication to the children of Northern Michigan. The Christ Child Society of Northern Michigan is a volunteer, ecumenical organization serving our area's impoverished children who need clothing, food and educational support.  For more information, call 231-526-7271 or visit www.christchildsocietynorthernmichigan.com.

Fall Savings at Fox Charlevoix Going On Now! The seasons are changing fast in Northern Michigan, and you don't want to be left behind! Right now, you could save up to $8,000 on a brand new 2012 or 2013 Ford, GM or Chrysler model at Fox Charlevoix! We have several in-stock 2012 and 2013 models in all styles and colors for you to choose from. Stop by our showroom today and ask a professional sales Consultant about your fall savings options. *All provided discounts are dealer discretionary discounts only and do not include manufacturer rebates.

Vernales now has a $7 Express Lunch: In addition to our regular lunch menu, Vernales now offers a $7 Express Lunch Menu available 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. Regular lunch menu is available seven days a week. Carry-out available daily 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for lunch and 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. for dinner.

Congratulations to September's MacGregor Cares Winner, F.A.C.E.S (Foster, Adopt, Care, Educate, Support)! MacGregor Cares - Monthly Community Giving Program October's MacGregor Cares participants are: Northern Michigan Autism Association, Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council, and Perry Farm Village. One of these fine groups will win $500 from MacGregor Plumbing & Heating. Click the link below to vote! Do you know of a group, organization or fundraiser that needs help in the community? We're here to help them reach their goals. Nominate by clicking the following link! http://www.macgregorplumbing.com/macgregor-cares 

Scenic Chairlift Rides & Festive Fall Fun at Boyne Mountain Resort - Weekends in October (10-12, 17-19, & 24-26) Take a ride to the top via the Hemlock chairlift during weekends in October and enjoy fun activities inside the Eagle's Nest including pumpkin painting for kids, make-your-own caramel apples, magic shows, live music, hard cider tasting, and Michigan craft fall beer tastings. On the way up you'll see spectacular panoramic views of the Boyne Valley in full color, so don't forget your camera. The Eagle's Nest will be serving warm spiced wine, fresh baked cookies, fresh donuts, and hot pretzels with a variety of Made in Michigan mustards to choose from. For hours and details, visit boynemountain.com.

Tap 30 is now open for Lunch! Located on 422 E Mitchell St, Petoskey, Tap 30 is a brand new Pourhouse focused on craft beer and small batch spirits. Add in the always fresh food offerings, and it's a must stop this weekend!  Hours are Monday & Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., then Wednesday - Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., and Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. Hours are Tel. 231-881-9572

Knot Just a Bar in Bay Harbor has a new happy hour from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with $1 off all bar drinks Monday - Friday. Make not that the engaging rascal Chris Martin is performing on Fridays from 7 to 10 p.m. We are also starting to book holiday parties. Knot Just a Bar, located on 820 Front St, Bay Harbor or call 231-439-2770.

Healthy Families Nutrition Workshops Offered this October at Integrative Medicine. Are you ready to improve your family's eating habits?  Integrative Nutritional Educator Dina Panos, HC will be focusing on "Healthy Families" during the month of October by offering weekly nutrition workshops designed to help you make healthy food choices for you and your family. Each week in October will offer a different evening workshop that will run from 6:30-8pm and will take place at 413 Waukazoo Ave. in Downtown Petoskey at the office of Integrative Medicine - Carin Nielsen, MD.   Each session is $25. Detailed descriptions of each class can be found on our website www.CarinNielsenMD.com/Events.  Space is limited!  Advanced registration is required.  To register or for more information, please email [email protected] or call 231.638.5585.

Northern Michigan Sports Medicine Center is celebrating National Physical Therapy Month in October!  At the Petoskey WEST clinic - Free Posture Screening all month, call 347-9300.October 15th Physical Therapy Pink Out Day, Patient Appreciation Day! October 31st, Halloween Celebration and Patient Appreciation Day! At the Petoskey EAST clinic, free fitness Snapshot all month, call 348-7950.At the Harbor Springs Clinic, Lunch & Learn: October 8th, answers to your shoulder pain.October 15th, Physical Therapy Pink Out Day, Patient Appreciation Day! October 22nd. Frail to Fit. Call to register for a Lunch & Learn presentation, 348-7002.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This month at Curves, we're offering a $10 punch card that allows you to work out 10 times in honor of a woman you know who has battled breast cancer. Every dollar we collect is donated to breast cancer research or care. Call to get a punch card (for yourself and a friend) and schedule your first workout (231-487-1950: Petoskey or 231-526-7455: Harbor Springs).