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Monday, May 13, 2013  For the past 19 years ATHENA Grand Traverse has honored individuals who have demonstrated excellence, improved the quality of life, and helped women reach their full leadership potential. The honor this year was bestowed upon Cathie Martin, who was named the 2013 ATHENA Grand Traverse Award Recipient.

Sunday, May 12, 2013  Mushroom lovers had a place to celebrate this weekend, the Mushroom Capital of the United States, right here in Northern Michigan.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  Jury gets first glimpses into Michael Jackson's private life as testimony begins in civil case

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Jurors see dueling portraits of Michael Jackson on 1st day of civil trial over singer's death

Sunday, April 21, 2013  GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) - Hundreds of people have fled their homes in one of western Michigan's tallest residential buildings after water from the flooding Grand River poured into the basement of the Plaza Towers and Courtyard Marriott.

Monday, March 11, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: Benzie County veterans and their families now have easier access to services and benefits, thanks a new partnership. The Benzie County Board of Commissioners agreed to a contract to consolidate services with the Grand Traverse County Department of Veterans Affairs.

Monday, March 11, 2013  The weather is causing a few issues this morning.

Monday, January 28, 2013  City infrastructure will likely be the focus as the Traverse City Commission begins its budget discussions for 2013-2014.

Friday, January 25, 2013  The lawsuit seeks class-action status on behalf of all readers who felt misled by Armstrong's denials of drug use in "It's Not About The Bike," published in 2000, and "Every Second Counts," published three years later.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  The popular rock and blues duo has been vigiliant about protecting its music from commercialization.

Tuesday, January 22, 2013  The sub-zero temperatures definitely take a toll on our bodies but they also have a negative effect on the cars and trucks we drive. 7&4 News went to a local tow truck company to find out how the cold effects our vechiles and how we can protect them from damage.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  President Obama was to announce the measures Wednesday at a White House event that will bring together law enforcement officials, lawmakers and children who wrote the president about gun violence.

Tuesday, January 15, 2013  Members of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians are getting ready to head to Lansing for tomorrow's State of the State address.

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  Gov. Tim Corbett is expected to announce an antitrust action against stiff sanctions imposed by the NCAA against Pen State University

Wednesday, January 02, 2013  A sperm donor in Kansas is fighting a state effort to force him to pay child support for a child conceived through artificial insemination by a lesbian couple.