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Friday, February 08, 2013  Storm team meteorologist, Joe Charlevoix visited Mrs. Gohs' pre-school, kindergarten and first grade class at Northwest Academy in Charlevoix.  A viewer emailed the 7&4 newsroom and nominated the classroom to be featured in Classroom Salute during 7&4 News Today.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  Bob Lamb has always loved the outdoors.  The Traverse City man along with his wife, Mary have lived on the shores of Silver Lake for 63 years. Everything from water skiing to snowmobiling with his family and friends are Lamb's passions. Lately though, things have slowed down for the 87-year-old World War II veteran.  He credits a new procedure at Munson Medical Center with extending his life.

Tuesday, May 15, 2012  Close to 8,000 miles from Michigan in the capital city of Bangladesh, a black market trade is taking organs from the poor to save the rich.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012  A bill that would make sweeping changes to the Michigan concealed handgun law is expected to be taken up by the state Senate. The legislation includes a score of changes, including allowing concealed handguns in "pistol-free zones" -- places like schools, churches, sports stadiums and even day care centers.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012  One Grand Traverse County family is preparing for the adventure of their lives. They're in the process of selling everything they own and hitting the open road for a cross-country road trip.

Saturday, March 10, 2012  You have the chance to help save a young boy's life, who has battled cancer for more than 10 years at an upcoming bone marrow drive in Benzie County.

Monday, February 27, 2012  The presidential primary isn't the only item on county ballots Tuesday -- several area counties are holding special elections asking for more money for its schools.

Sunday, February 26, 2012  Less than two days before the Michigan Primary, Mitt Romney’s childhood state has become a battleground.

Monday, February 20, 2012  In response to overwhelming interest from parents, Traverse City Public Schools is offering a new Montessori program at one of its elementary schools.

Sunday, February 19, 2012  During a visit to northern Michigan this weekend, Governor Snyder made a stop at one of the area's top businesses on Saturday.

Monday, February 13, 2012  The FBI wants your help in arresting the suspect known as the "Respectful Robber."

Monday, February 06, 2012  On-going speculation regarding spending by the Wexford County Sheriff's Office was back on the table Monday night at the County Commission meeting.

Tuesday, January 31, 2012  A new study released by the Michigan Automobile Theft Prevention Authority gives a list of the most common stolen vehicles in Michigan.

Sunday, January 29, 2012  A man is dead tonight and two others are in the hospital after a fire destroyed a home in Kingsley this weekend.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012  7&4 News wanted to get first-hand reaction from community leaders about Tuesday's State of the Union address made by President Obama.