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Thursday, April 04, 2013  It's now going to be easier for NMC students to earn their Associate's Degrees, even if they move on to four-year universities before completing requirements.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  The Greenspire School in Traverse City held its first ever Family Stem Night Tuesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.The event was filled with hands-on science activities and was free and open to the public.

Monday, December 03, 2012  Mrs. Stieber Classroom Salute for December 3rd

Wednesday, March 21, 2012  Top 5 things that we learned from the Illinois Republican presidential primary

Wednesday, March 14, 2012  Facing budget cuts and strapped for cash, Traverse City Area Public Schools faced some tough decisions last year. Figuring out how to fund middle school and elementary school sports programs was one of the issues they faced.

Monday, March 12, 2012  On 7&4 News Today, Monday we saluted Miss Holmes and her pre-school class at Pellston Elementary.  Miss Holmes came highly recommended from parents and school staff as an excellent first year teacher.

Friday, January 27, 2012  A Northern Michigan organization is building awareness about the struggles of living in poverty. The Char-Em Poverty Reduction Initiative hosted a "Survive a Month in Poverty" simulation workshop today.

Monday, October 03, 2011  Thinking outside the box, inspiration and innovation -- that's what experts say it's going to take to create a renewable energy powered society.

Thursday, September 29, 2011  Here is a story that proves age should never hold you back from trying something new. John Robson, 98, lives in Traverse City. In order to keep in touch with his family, he has turned to technology. last year, he bought a new lap-top computer which he now uses to Skype.

Wednesday, September 28, 2011  Northern Michigan school leaders are focusing on the impact the information super highway is having on education.

Friday, September 16, 2011  Oregon couple unwittingly recorded their first use of a webcam and became online stars

Monday, September 12, 2011  The character that lives under the sea could be dragging down your child's ability to learn.

Friday, September 09, 2011  It has been an eight month life lesson for a Charlevoix County man who is locked up on drug charges.  We have the story of a man who has learned more than just the consequences of breaking the law.

Monday, August 22, 2011  It's a rapidly evolving and growing trend at a handful of schools in the state. Suttons Bay Public Schools is one of the pioneers in the field.

Thursday, August 11, 2011  The cool, crisp air is a friendly reminder that fall is knocking on the door. But before your kids pack the backpacks and head back to school, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan wants to make sure they're ready to learn.