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Sunday, May 19, 2013  Thousands of people made their way to the bay Sunday, for the 58th Annual Northwestern Michigan College Barbeque in Traverse City.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  People looking to volunteer in the community might have easier access to opportunities thanks to a new app.

Monday, May 13, 2013  The United Way of Northwest Michigan is hoping to put books in the hands of children during the summer months.

Monday, April 29, 2013  The warmest days so far this spring are set for Tuesday and perhaps Wednesday in a few spots, but will come at the cost of a few showers and thunderstorms.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Officials say flooding from the Muskegon River in West Michigan caused more than $6 million in damage to about 150 Newaygo County homes.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  The United Way of Northwest Michigan is hosting the 4th Annual One Day Without Shoes event Tuesday.

Sunday, April 14, 2013  Hundreds of people got the chance to taste some of the best soups that Northern Michigan has to offer, all to raise money for those in need.

Friday, March 22, 2013  The 21st Annual Northwest Michigan Camper & RV Show offers a wide array of camping equpiment varying in prices.

Friday, March 22, 2013  Firefighters say the blaze was difficult to fight because the home's driveway was not plowed.

Monday, March 18, 2013  Gladys Muñoz was awarded the 2013 Sara Hardy Humanitarian Award.

Tuesday, February 26, 2013  Struggling families across northern Michigan will get some money saving tips and some free light bulbs to help stretch their budgets.

Tuesday, January 22, 2013  Several schools have already closed for Tuesday 1/22/13

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  Authorities say a west Michigan man accidentally shot off his index finger during a hunting incident.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  A West Michigan native is living his dream as a crewmember on an intercontinental sailing trip.

Friday, November 30, 2012  The Northwest Michigan Council of Governments has received a $200,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for a regional food hub in Traverse City.