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Tuesday, May 14, 2013  Boyne City School officials decided not to outsource their cleaning staff for the upcoming school year.

Friday, March 29, 2013  The Soo locks were closed for several hours after officials found a suspicious package in the mail room.

Friday, March 01, 2013  Budget fight is limiting the Army's ability to train personnel, the Army's chief of staff said.

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.

Monday, September 10, 2012  Past budget cuts have left the Grand Traverse County Animal Control Department in a difficult situation -- unable to properly serve the need in the area.  But several Grand Traverse County Commissioners want to change that and they're looking to add additional staff.

Tuesday, July 17, 2012  A new Marshall's store is slated to open in August.  They are looking to fill more than 50 jobs in the coming weeks.

Tuesday, May 22, 2012  A patient's trust in their medical treatment is a huge part of their recovery and even rehab.  Perry Stafford from Roscommon relies on the cardiac rehab at Mercy Hospital Graying and says it's confidence and local care that mean the most.

Friday, March 23, 2012  Army Staff Sgt. Robert Bales is expected to be told Friday he faces 17 counts of murder and six counts of attempted murder, along with other charges, in connection with a shooting rampage in two southern Afghanistan villages.

Tuesday, February 07, 2012  Staff removed at Los Aangeles school while authorities investigate sex abuse claims against 2 teachers

Monday, January 23, 2012  7&4 News was told Monday by the Leelanau County Sheriff's Office that charges are expected on this case this week.  No other information is being released by any of the investigative agencies, or the school until charges are filed.

Thursday, January 12, 2012  The woman you are about to meet has found a way to support her husband and make a difference in a far away country.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012  Michelle Obama resists pushy label, says she's weary of 'angry black woman' stereotype

Thursday, November 17, 2011  Alanson is a small town in northern Michigan. But it plays a big role in protecting our freedom.

Monday, September 12, 2011  Investigators removed two computers from a suspects home Friday afternoon.

Thursday, September 08, 2011  Obama's chief of staff says it's time for Congress to act on president's jobs proposal