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Monday, July 09, 2012  The Cadillac School board voted to outsource several services which will leave nearly 40 workers without jobs. Due to a decrease in state funding, Cadillac Public Schools is entering the 2012-2013 school year with a $1.4 million dollar deficit.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011  This is a story of true charity.  A local school district has found a saving grace in a time of financial difficulty. The community has stepped up to help the school avoid more cuts and protect student educations.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011  School leaders across northern Michigan are making some tough decisions in an effort to balance the budgets for the 2011-2012 school year.

Monday, May 23, 2011  Tough decisions and drastic changes, that's what another Northern Michigan school district is facing due to state funding cuts.

Monday, April 25, 2011  While TCAPS anxiously awaits Governor Rick Snyder’s announcement about school budgets and specific changes to education reform, they're already preparing for the worst.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011  School leaders with Traveres City Area Public Schools say this year they are facing the largest proposed cut to K through 12 funding in the history of Michigan public education.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010  Cadillac Area Public Schools has decided on where more than $1 million worth of cuts should come from.

Tuesday, February 09, 2010  Traverse City Area Public School voted on $6.1 million in cuts to their budget Monday. For many people, including one board member, the cuts are hitting hard at home.

Wednesday, March 04, 2009  "There is no quick fix" Feil says they are big numbers, with a big impact for TCAPS students, and staff.