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Friday, May 03, 2013  May is National Stroke Awareness Month and a good time to learn about the signs and symptoms of stroke.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  A Traverse City art exhibit is not only providing support for victims of sexual violence, but also, hope for a future without it.

Friday, March 01, 2013  March 11th marks the two year anniversary of the earthquake and tsunami that struck and devastated Japan. One of it's survivors is currently attending school here in Northern Michigan.

Sunday, February 24, 2013  The Coast Guard gave a very special group of kids a stress free day filled with smiles and laughter by transforming the Traverse City Air Station into a playful wonderland on Sunday.

Monday, February 11, 2013  What treatment helps traumatized kids heal? Analysis says research offers no solid answers

Tuesday, December 18, 2012  Man's compassionate instincts kick in admist violent chaos

Friday, December 07, 2012  Ceremonies get under way with a moment of silence at 7:55 a.m., the exact time the bombing began in 1941.

Thursday, September 06, 2012  An Indiana high school basketball standout who survived a Michigan plane crash that killed his father and stepmother has been granted an extra year of high school eligibility

Monday, July 23, 2012  Story updated with video: Thousands attend Vigil for Colorado theater victims; Columbine survivor offers hope

Thursday, July 19, 2012  Teens who lost loved ones to terrorism around the world come together at Massachusetts summer camp

Friday, June 08, 2012  Relay For Life Grand Traverse 2012 is taking place Saturday and Sunday at the Grand Traverse County Civic Center.  7&4's Melissa Smith sat down with her mother, Gloria to talk about taking part in this year's walk and also how Gloria is a colon cancer survivor.

Wednesday, December 07, 2011  Pearl Harbor attack remembered at 70th anniversary ceremonies; 120 survivors to participate

Wednesday, October 12, 2011  Part of finding new ways to treat cancer patients involves constant research and going beyond what medical professionals already know.  That's why Munson Medical Center is currently involved in national cancer studies.

Monday, October 10, 2011  The family of a high school basketball star from Fort Wayne says he has returned home more than three months after being badly hurt in a Charlevoix County plane crash that killed his father and stepmother.

Thursday, October 06, 2011  Erin Crowell from the Northern Express has your plans for the weekend!