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2 hours, 58 minutes ago  State Police Troopers responded to the crash on Five Mile Road at 100th Avenue in Mecosta County where a car hit a natural gas transfer station.

Sunday, May 19, 2013  A suspect who attacked two people with a knife Sunday morning is now dead after leading police on a car chase through two northern Michigan counties.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Sheriff Schendel said numerous things were taken from vehicles including oxygen tanks, CD's and "whatever they can get their hands on."

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?

Tuesday, May 14, 2013 

Monday, May 13, 2013  For the past 19 years ATHENA Grand Traverse has honored individuals who have demonstrated excellence, improved the quality of life, and helped women reach their full leadership potential. The honor this year was bestowed upon Cathie Martin, who was named the 2013 ATHENA Grand Traverse Award Recipient.

Monday, May 13, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: 45-year-old Derek Lavis was charged with attempting to aid a escaping prisoner and malicious destruction of property. His bond was set at $1 million.

Friday, May 10, 2013  The Kalkaska man that police say caused a car crash that closed US-31 and caused power outages in February has been sentenced to 12 months in jail.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Why does one hospital charge 40 times more than another? New data underscore cost mysteries

Friday, May 10, 2013  Ex-relatives of Ohio man in kidnapping case say he terrorized family; bail set at $8 million for him

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Police reports and court documents paint a picture of a young man who appears to have made a fatally flawed decision in the heat of the moment.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Paperworks Studio in Traverse City is teaming up with the Special Olympics and the Visual Imaging Technology class at the Traverse Bay Intermediate School District Career Tech Center to make Mother's Day cards.

Wednesday, May 08, 2013  A 44-year-old woman is dead after a single car crash in Chippewa County.

Friday, May 03, 2013  Automakers are seeing a strong increase in Michigan made vehicles, especially crossovers and pick up trucks, the company said.

Thursday, May 02, 2013  Hundreds met at the Grayling Country Club to remember 18-year-old student athlete Louis Menard, 27-year-old golf coach Jason Potter, and the five students who survived the accident.