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Tuesday, March 26, 2013  It’s called the International Property Maintenance Code and Benzie County Commissioners thought it was the "legal weapon" they needed to get rid of old buildings in the County. But instead, it created a whole lot of controversy amongst community members.

Wednesday, March 06, 2013  Wexford County Commissioners will listen to a proposal from a Leelanau Dog Rescue facility tonight to take over management of the Wexford County Animal Shelter.

Monday, November 19, 2012  William Mouser has been selected as the new Grand Traverse County Road Commissioner.

Monday, September 10, 2012  Past budget cuts have left the Grand Traverse County Animal Control Department in a difficult situation -- unable to properly serve the need in the area.  But several Grand Traverse County Commissioners want to change that and they're looking to add additional staff.

Friday, January 27, 2012  Grand Traverse County commissioners are putting together a strategic plan for 2012.

Wednesday, January 04, 2012  Federal Court records in Grand Rapids show the settlement with Benzie County officials was reached Tuesday with the family of a man who hanged himself in a jail cell.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011  An effort to recall three Kalkaska County commissioners has failed to make the February ballot. Voters will have the chance to recall the county prosecutor.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011  Some county commissioners are toting some new technology to weekly board meetings.

Tuesday, January 04, 2011  Kalkaska county leaders are shocked after their plan to cut close to 3-quarters of a million dollars from the budget has been completely changed.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010  Wexford County Commissioners are holding anothing special meeting to discuss their concerns with how money from the Sheriff's Office is being spent.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010  Grand Traverse County commissioners make the final cuts to save hundreds of thousands of dollars.  The budget now moves onto the final step with approval.

Wednesday, August 04, 2010  Leelanau County voters rejected a millage to fund the county's emergency dispatch services.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010  At the end of the year, counties across the state will hold elections for commissioners to represent the residents. Emmet County is no different, but there's a guarantee there will be three new commissioners on the board.