Land of 9,000 Airbnbs | wsg Craig Manning | Week of Nov. 14, 2025

In this week's episode of "Currently," Christal and Beth Milligan (Traverse City Ticker) are joined by guest Craig Manning (Traverse City/Leelanau Ticker) to break down some of the biggest stories shaping northern Michigan right now. Support for "Currently" comes from West Shore Bank, committed to the well-being of our community, along with Old Town Playhouse, where community comes together in downtown Traverse City. Support also comes from The Coin Slot Arcade Bar in Traverse City — a chill spot to unwind with pinball, drinks, and friends. The show kicks off with a look inside Northern Michigan's short-term rental market. With nearly 9,000 Airbnbs spread across the region, Craig walks us through the new data, how it impacts local housing, and what communities are doing to respond. Next, they run through a high-energy roundup of local sports highlights— including district titles, standout coaching seasons and field goal controversies. After the break, Beth dives into upcoming Traverse City Light & Power changes, explaining why funding shifts and rate adjustments are back on the table...and what they will mean for residents. The team also covers the latest updates from Cherry Capital Airport, including terminal expansions, new gate configurations, and what airport leadership shared with county commissioners about preparing for continued passenger growth. If you want a fast, clear, journalist-driven breakdown of what's happening in northern Michigan—from housing pressures to infrastructure changes to hometown sports—this episode of "Currently" has you covered. "Currently" is a Compass Local podcast produced by Pancake Boy Productions.