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Monday, June 03, 2013  Hundreds of friends and family gathered at the Open Space in Traverse City tonight to remember the life of Owen Williamson, the 17 year old Traverse City West High School student who died Friday night. Williamson drowned while swimming with friends at the Twin Lake Park.

Monday, June 03, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: This marks the third drowning incident in the last four years at the Twin Lakes Park

Saturday, June 01, 2013  UPDATED: Traverse City teen drowned while swimming with friends on Friday.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  Classroom Salute visits Mrs. Long's 1st and 2nd grade class at Vanderbilt Community Schools in Otsego County.

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  In this week's edition of Pet Talk, Dr. Jen Klabunde spoke with 7&4's Brody O'Connell and Megan Moore about running with your dogs.She discusses what dogs are good or bad runners, how much running is too much for your pet, and the difference between dogs who are sprinters and long distance runners.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  AGING AMERICA: Poll finds people in denial about the need for long-term care as they get older

Monday, April 22, 2013  There are a few sure signs that my marathon training is hitting that serious stage. It happens every year, a few moments where I realize that  I am not in fact just out jogging.

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.

Monday, April 01, 2013  The Grand Traverse Sheriff's Office says Jeffrey Gary Gross was riding his snowmobile on the island after midnight Sunday morning when he hit trees and crashed.

Thursday, February 28, 2013  Alfred Pilong Jr. will serve as the new President of Munson Medical Center. Pilong comes to Traverse City from Winchester, Virginia where he was the president of the Winchester Medical Center.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  A person is dead after getting hit by a car in Manistee County.

Thursday, February 14, 2013  Dan and Cherie are an idyllic  of a long lasting love in a short term world.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Largest crocodile in captivity being mourned by Philippine town where it brought fame, money

Thursday, January 31, 2013  UPDATED WITH EMERGENCY TIPS: Mecosta County dispatch has confirmed to 7&4 News that a large number of residents are still not allowed to return to their homes.  They say six roads are still closed in the area near the flooding.

Friday, January 11, 2013  Warner wins legal victory for complete control of Superman.