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Tuesday, May 15, 2012  A brand new waterpark and hotel in Mt. Pleasant is looking to make a big slash, as it prepares for its upcoming grand opening.

Tuesday, April 24, 2012  It’s an inspirational story of true love, a Traverse City woman is preparing to give her husband of nearly 35 years an anniversary gift of a lifetime, her own kidney.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012  A bill that would make sweeping changes to the Michigan concealed handgun law is expected to be taken up by the state Senate. The legislation includes a score of changes, including allowing concealed handguns in "pistol-free zones" -- places like schools, churches, sports stadiums and even day care centers.

Saturday, March 10, 2012  You have the chance to help save a young boy's life, who has battled cancer for more than 10 years at an upcoming bone marrow drive in Benzie County.

Monday, February 20, 2012  In response to overwhelming interest from parents, Traverse City Public Schools is offering a new Montessori program at one of its elementary schools.

Saturday, February 11, 2012  Despite the mild conditions this winter, the North American Vasa Cross-Country Ski Race was a "go" on Saturday.

Monday, February 06, 2012  On-going speculation regarding spending by the Wexford County Sheriff's Office was back on the table Monday night at the County Commission meeting.

Tuesday, January 31, 2012  A new study released by the Michigan Automobile Theft Prevention Authority gives a list of the most common stolen vehicles in Michigan.

Sunday, January 29, 2012  A man is dead tonight and two others are in the hospital after a fire destroyed a home in Kingsley this weekend.