About This Station

**Interlochen Public Radio** is a public broadcasting service based in Northern Michigan, offering a blend of NPR news, arts, and culture programming alongside classical music. The station operates two distinct services: **Classical IPR** (88.7 FM Interlochen, 94.7 FM Traverse City, 88.5 FM Mackinaw City) and **IPR News** (91.5 FM Traverse City, 90.1 FM Harbor Springs/Petoskey, 89.7 FM Manistee/Ludington). Classical IPR features classical music programs, including "Exploring Music" with new host Peter van de Graaff, while IPR News delivers local and national journalism, such as the "Up North Lowdown" and "Points North" podcasts. The station serves communities like Grand Traverse, Petoskey, Ludington, and Manistee, with a strong focus on regional stories, from housing and energy issues to cultural events. Listeners can tune in live online or via the station's app, and the website encourages donations and newsletter signups to stay connected with local news and concerts.