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Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Traverse City fines a homeowner for cutting down trees in his yard.

Friday, April 12, 2013  Michigan has won approval from the Obama administration to build a second bridge between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  The number of conceal and carry applications have skyrocketed over the last couple of months and the numbers continue to grow with the fear that new gun laws might restrict our right to bear arms.

Tuesday, February 05, 2013  Kirtland Products filed an appeal Friday against Boyne City's Planning Commission, which forced them to shut down on January 21st.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013  Kirtland Products had their permit revoked after ongoing noise complaints.

Wednesday, January 09, 2013  The Department of Environmental Quality has extended Wolverine Power's building permit, which was set to expire at the end of 2012. The company will now have an additional year to build the coal plant.

Thursday, January 03, 2013  A suburban New York newspaper has hired armed guards to protect staff following its publication of a list of residents with pistol permits.

Friday, December 14, 2012  Under the bill, people who concealed carry in gun-free zones would have to get enhanced training beyond basic requirements and spend additional time at the gun range.

Monday, November 26, 2012  A 26-year-old Manton man was arrested for having an unregistered handgun while drunk at a Traverse City motel.

Friday, April 27, 2012  With a permit, protesters at US party conventions in Charlotte, Tampa could carry guns

Friday, April 20, 2012  People with concealed weapons permits may soon be able to buy and carry stun guns or Tasers in Michigan.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012  There are increasing concerns from fire officials and the 7&4 Storm Team that a few factors could lead to a higher than normal fire danger this spring/early summer.

Thursday, December 01, 2011  Michigan could soon join dozens of other states and allow people to carry stun guns. Would you consider it?

Monday, November 28, 2011  More businesses are getting special permits to sell liquor on Sunday mornings.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011  Should the federal government force states to recognize such permits issued in other states where requirements may be less restrictive?