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Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Drivers are being asked to share the road and be aware of cyclists.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  Business is booming in the Village of Suttons Bay since last Summer's paved addition of the Leelanau Trails as part of the TART Trails.

Saturday, April 20, 2013  Dozens of volunteers or "T.A.R.T. Trail Worker Bees" braved the cold and snow Saturday to celebrate Earth Day by giving back.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  The snow accumulated from last week's snow storm is being blown away by volunteers cleaning up the Traverse Area Recreational Trails.

Monday, December 10, 2012  The charges against the suspect in the TART trail attack have been dropped.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012  Some walkers are uneasy after Tuesday's incident and some aren't scared at all.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012  UPDATE: Police say the suspect is considered "older" with a "wrinkley face" and is described to walk with a limp. He was also wearing dark gloves.

Sunday, October 14, 2012  After a string of attacks on the Tart Trail system this summer, many are taking steps to better protect themselves. In fact, this weekend dozens of women attended a free self defense awareness workshop in Grand Traverse County.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012  David Walter was charged Tuesday morning with attempted unlawful imprisonment and assault.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012  The suspect in the assault on the TART Trail turned himself in to deputies Monday when he found out he had an arrest warrant.  He will be charged with attempted unlawful imprisonment and assault charges Tuesday.

Friday, September 21, 2012  Michigan Trails Week, Sept. 23-29, celebrates health and economic value of state's trail system.

Thursday, September 20, 2012  The woman said she was walking her dog on the TART Trail near Boardman Lake Sunday when a man approached her from behind, placed her in a bear hug and attempted to move her into a wooded area.

Saturday, June 02, 2012  Traverse Area Recreation and Transportation (TART) Trails is offering a solution to $4.00 per gallon gas, expanding waistlines and climate change, with its 18th annual Smart Commute Week from June 1st through the 8th.

Saturday, May 19, 2012  A special ribbon cutting ceremony was held this Saturday afternoon for the new U.S. Bicycle Route 35.

Wednesday, April 18, 2012  Our UpNorthLive Facebook fans voted to hear more about Tails to Trails, which is a four paw 5K to benefit TART Trails.