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Friday, June 14, 2013  A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that there will be a nationwide record corn crop this year; but some Northern Michigan farmers say that they are still feeling the harsh impacts of a cold and wet Spring.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: Gas prices may be on the rise, but they don't seem to bother the people getting behind the wheel of their recreational vehicles in Northern Michigan.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  Phil makes a delicious dish that is perfect for summer with rhubarb and oatmeal and ice cream on top!

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  In this week's Chamber Connections, Chamber Chief Operating Officer Laura Oblinger gives more information on resources residents can use to see how the Affordable Care Act will affect them or their business.

Monday, June 10, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: The program, called Great Up North Initiative, hopes to boost travel, tourism and residency in the county.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  Phil is helping you create some of his favorite dishes in your own kitchen every week on 7&4 News Today! This week Phil is sharing his recipe for White Morels with Arborio morel mushroom risotto.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  The downy mildew fungus made its way into Northern Michigan last year and it looks like it’s here to stay.

Monday, June 03, 2013  The 19th annual Smart Commute Week kicks off Monday.

Monday, May 27, 2013  Bob Plummer is a co-owner of Moomers Homemade Ice Cream and Farm Creamery in Traverse City.With 18 cows milked twice a day, everyday, by Bob himself, Moomers produces over 2,700 pounds of milk each week. When Plummer goes on vacation milk production goes down between 15% and 20%.

Sunday, May 26, 2013  Visitors flooded the downtown sidewalks of Traverse City this Memorial Day weekend, ready to explore and spend some green at the local shops, restaurants, and breweries.

Friday, May 24, 2013  The Traverse City Wine&Art Festival is less than a month away so 7&4's Holly Baker took a tour of some of the restaurants and wines that will be featured.