A strange noise that put some local schools into "secure mode" on Tuesday was likely fireworks or tree trimming, according to Traverse City Police Department officials.

A strange noise that put some local schools into “secure mode” Tuesday was likely from fireworks or tree trimming, Traverse City Police Department officials said.

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