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Wednesday, March 06, 2013  March is National Essential Tremor month.  It's a neurological condition that affects people of all ages and medication doesn't always help.  That's why a certain procedure called deep brain stimulation therapy is becoming more common.  It's available in southern Michigan but Munson Medical Center in Traverse City is able to monitor patients once they've had the procedure.

Thursday, February 14, 2013  In the spirit of love and Valentine's Day, the 7&4 News Today crew took part in a special edition song guessing game.   7&4 News invited viewers to take part on the UpNorthLive Facebook page during the game.

Monday, February 11, 2013  The Relay for Life-Grand Traverse County kicks off in June but now is the time for teams to start coming together and fundraising for the 24-hour cancer walk.  The Relay will take place June 8th and 9th at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.  This year's fundraising goal is: $95,000 with a goal of 60 teams.  Relay organizers say right now they have about 25 teams set up.

Friday, December 14, 2012  During 7&4 News Today, The Cherry Capital Men's Quartet performed LIVE.  The quartet has been around since 2008 and started as a Valentine's quartet.  Now, the men sing at various local schools, functions and for holiday occasions.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012  In tonight's Buzz on the Street, Channing Tatum has been named People's Sexiest Man Alive 2012. We wanted to know if the folks in the 7&4 and 29&8 newsroom agree.

Friday, November 02, 2012  The differences between men and women goes back for centuries.  The question is: why are we so different?  7&4's Melissa Smith spoke with couples to get their opinions and also relationship therapist, Caren Field.

Wednesday, September 05, 2012  Being healthy includes both physical and mental wellness.  That's why Munson Medical Center launched a new program to make sure their employees are focusing on their own health.

Friday, July 27, 2012  Just like people, animals can get skin cancer from too much sun exposure.  During Pet Talk on 7&4 News Today, Dr. Jen Klabunde talked about using special sunscreen for your dog or cat.

Friday, June 08, 2012  Relay For Life Grand Traverse 2012 is taking place Saturday and Sunday at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.  7&4's Melissa Smith sat down with her mother, Gloria to talk about taking part in this year's walk and also how Gloria is a colon cancer survivor.

Thursday, May 10, 2012  The second annual HeartChase is coming up in a just a few months but now people are getting teams together.  The event through the American Heart Association aims to raise awareness about heart attack and stroke.  The event is chaired by 7&4's Melissa Smith and is scheduled for Saturday, August 11th at the Traverse City Open Space.  Teams will meet at 9 a.m. and finish the event at noon.

Saturday, May 05, 2012  Hundreds of people got their Saturday morning off on the right foot, by raising thousands of dollars to promote the health of newborn babies.

Thursday, March 15, 2012  7&4 News Today provides news headlines and weather updates throughout the morning hours including details to stories from overnight.  7&4's Melissa Smith, Brody O'Connell and Joe Charlevoix report on the day's top stories and weather forecasts.

Friday, March 02, 2012  During Chamber Connections on 7&4 News Today, Allison Beers with the Traverse City Young Professionals sat down with Melissa Smith to talk about the organization and how people can get involved.

Monday, February 27, 2012  The start of March is usually a time when people start to fall off track with their New Year's resolutions of getting into shape or losing weight.  One northern Michigan woman has not only stuck to her plan to get healthy for several months now, but she's also lost 100 pounds.

Wednesday, October 05, 2011  To kick off this October as breast cancer awareness month, more than 500 people laced up their sneakers for the 18th Annual Remembrance Run in Traverse City this past Saturday.  Awareness wasn't only the idea but also support.