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Friday, February 01, 2013  Hundreds of people from all over the country and the world hit the slopes at Shanty Creek Resorts this week for the annual "Ski for Light International Week" event.Ski for Light is an all volunteer, non-profit organization that teaches blind, visually and mobility impaired adults how to cross country ski.

Friday, January 20, 2012  With the news of Sarah Burke's tragic death, we went to some ski areas today that tell us accidents do happen, but there are ways to prevent life-threatening injuries.

Saturday, December 03, 2011  The rain didn't stop hundreds of people from hitting the slopes Saturday, celebrating "opening day" at Boyne Highlands in Harbor Springs.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011  Should skiers and snowboarders be required to wear a helmet on the slopes?  One state is already doing that.  Where does Michigan stand on the issue?  Details in this Fact Finder Report.

Monday, January 17, 2011  World-class athletes were flying through the sky in Gaylord Monday. The United States National Snowboard Team stopped by to get some practice in before going on the national stage.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010  Updated with recent related links. Several injured as lift at Maine resort derails and sends skiers plummeting to snow below.

Monday, December 21, 2009  Now that the snow has arrived, area ski resorts have been up and running for about the past two weeks now.  Shanty Creek Resorts in Antrim County say business is going strong and they expect it to only pick up after the Christmas holiday.  The ski business is also creating an economic boost for local shops and restaurants.