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Yesterday at 1:42 PM  LANSING, Mich. (AP) - A new Michigan law calls for the creation of a universal form that doctors can use when patients need prior authorization for coverage of prescription drugs.

Friday, May 17, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: The 2013 Cherry Capital Cup is coming to town this weekend and businesses all over Traverse City are looking forward to the large crowds it draws to the area.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Get ready for a day full of great food and fun activities to help local college students!

Friday, May 17, 2013  Dan's refinishing process can be used on any piece of wood: Deck furniture, picnic tables, etc.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Fishtown is still an active commercial fishing community with the help of it's two tug ladies: the Janice Sue and the Joy.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  Northern Michigan communities are ramping up for the busy summer tourism season and are taking new approaches to succeed.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  The Maples, a county owned non-profit skilled nursing facility faced Benzie County Commissioners Thursday morning with proposals on how they plan to pay tax payer money back to the county.

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.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  The House Agriculture Committee has begun work on a five-year farm bill that would make small cuts to the $80 billion-a-year food stamp program.

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  Drivers are being asked to share the road and be aware of cyclists.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  UPDATED WITH POLL: Michigan could take in $542 million more in revenue than projected 4 months ago.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Right now, the Leland Harbor Master Russell Dzuba says he's having to turn boaters away and for all intents and purposes, the channel is closed because there's not enough water to navigate through.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Boyne City School officials decided not to outsource their cleaning staff for the upcoming school year.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  7&4's Holly Baker stopped in Moomers to get the scoop on the new flavors and a little taste of Moomers history.