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Today at 8:16 AM  Don Cunkle, the Program Director for TART's Recycle-A-Bicycle program spoke with 7&4's Megan Moore about the 3rd Annual Recycle-A-Bicyle Bike Swap starting May 31.

Today at 5:54 AM  The project will include 21 new homes to create the Depot Neighborhood in Traverse City.

Yesterday at 6:40 PM  Nearly 200 former employees from Traverse City Iron Works got together Sunday in Maple City for a special reunion.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Traverse City Light and Power (TCL&P) and Cherryland Electric Cooperative are teaming up to provide a new program that will allow customers to invest in solar energy.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  The pre-race carb-loading spaghetti dinner has become a well-known part of many endurance events.  Why carb load? When do you start carb loading and how long does it take? What are the best foods to eat for carb loading? How much carb do you need eat?

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  “Is economic development a responsibility of the Leelanau County Board, or is it something that the private sector needs to handle?” – Leelanau County Administrator Chet Janik.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Memorial ceremonies will take place across northern Michigan to mark National Police Week.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Drivers are being asked to share the road and be aware of cyclists.

Monday, May 13, 2013  Coach Lisa gives the Race to Bayshore gang their Week 15 assignments. Only two weeks to go!

Monday, May 13, 2013  The Grand Traverse County Resource Recovery Department continues to promote waste reduction, recycling and safe disposal options for residents of the County.

Monday, May 13, 2013  The United Way of Northwest Michigan is hoping to put books in the hands of children during the summer months.

Sunday, May 12, 2013  After several hours of interviews, Mayor Michael Estes called for a vote and the commission voted to select Jered Ottenwess, who is currently the City Manager in Ishpeming in the Upper Peninsula.

Saturday, May 11, 2013  City Commissioners gathered at the Governmental Center Saturday morning for a special meeting, to interview the remaining six candidates for the position.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Holiday Inn West Bay in Traverse City has been undergoing multi-million dollar renovations.The hotel is transforming into a Holiday Inn Resort, the first of its kind in the Midwest.

Friday, May 10, 2013  With summer right around the corner, local hotels and resorts like the Holiday Inn West Bay are gearing up for tourist season.