Traverse Bay Farms Announces Missing Landmark, Appeals for Its Return

Aug 21, 2023

Traverse Bay Farms, a cornerstone of the Elk Rapids community, is saddened to announce the mysterious disappearance of "Happy the Dwarf" from its display of Snow White.

(PRUnderground) August 21st, 2023

Traverse Bay Farms, a cornerstone of the Elk Rapids community, is saddened to announce the mysterious disappearance of “Happy the Dwarf” from its longstanding display of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at 204 River Street. The beloved figurine was noted missing shortly after the conclusion of Harbor Days.

For over two years, children and adults alike have delighted in the meticulously restored concrete figures. Thanks to the combined efforts of Art Rapids and the seniors of the Elk Rapids high school art department, the display has become an iconic part of downtown Elk Rapids, drawing visitors and symbolizing community pride.

“Our primary concern is preserving the joy and magic these figurines bring to our community,” stated Andy LaPointe from Traverse Bay Farms. “The absence of Happy disrupts the harmony of the scene and dims the spirit of unity and effort that went into this project.”

Traverse Bay Farms wishes to remind everyone of the rich history of this display. From the acquisition by Art Rapids to the tireless efforts of local volunteers and art students, the display epitomizes the heart and soul of Elk Rapids.

In light of this unfortunate event, Traverse Bay Farms issues an appeal to the person or persons responsible for Happy’s disappearance. “Please consider the broader impact of this act,” Mr. LaPointe urged. “Returning Happy will bring joy not just to our organization but to countless visitors and residents.”

In a show of community spirit, Traverse Bay Farms declares that should the figurine be returned, no questions will be asked. This same sentiment echoes with many in Elk Rapids, hoping for the swift and safe return of the cherished character.

For more information or inquiries, please contact Andy LaPointe at 1-231-498-2400.

About Traverse Bay Farms: Winner of 38+ national food awards at America’s largest and most competitive food competitions. The company is the #1 nationally award-winning superfruit brand in America. They offer cherry juice, cherry capsules, dried cherries, fruit salsa, fruit barbecue and more. www.TraverseBayFarms.com

About Traverse Bay Farms / Fruit Advantage

Winner of 38+ national food awards at America’s largest and most competitive food competitions. Traverse Bay Farms is the #1 award winning super fruit company in America.

Offering an all-natural line of fruit salsa, fruit barbecue, dried fruit including dried cherries, dried blueberries and more. In addition, Traverse Bay Farms offers cherry juice concentrate and teaches about health benefits of cherry juice.

Fruit Advantage is the sister brand an offers a complete line of condition-specific, fruit-based supplements including tart cherry capsules, blueberry capsules, pomegranate capsules. In addition, Fruit Advantage offers a patented formula combining tart cherries with glucosamine and chondriotin. This one-of-a-kind supplement is called Cherry Prime – Complete Muscle and Joint Complex.

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