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Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Multiple issues were discussed and voted on at tonight's Grand Traverse County meeting.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013  35-year-old Jennifer Tucker-Richard was arrested in January after deputies seized dozens of animals from her home.

Wednesday, April 03, 2013  April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month and many people and animal rights organizations believe states need to tighten laws and make punishment for crimes against animals tougher.

Thursday, February 28, 2013  The Department of Agriculture is re-opening it's investigation into the abuse allegations against the Wexford County animal shelter.

Friday, February 15, 2013  35-year-old Jennifer Tucker-Richard waived her right to a preliminary examination and her case will be moved to Circuit Court.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  Even a French pianist can't help them: Serenade fails to put London's tortoises 'in the mood'

Tuesday, February 05, 2013  The Elk Country Animal Shelter has received over 200 requests to adopt the animals that were rescued in the Montmorency County animal abuse case.

Friday, February 01, 2013  Jennifer Tucker-Richard turned herself in after a warrant was issued for her arrest.

Monday, January 28, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: A warrant is expected this week for the Hillman woman connected to the suspected neglect of 37 animals.

Friday, January 25, 2013  Spokesperson for Elk Country Animal Shelter says the animals were taken from a home in Montmorency County

Tuesday, January 08, 2013  The spotted brothers are introducing new genes to the endangered species' captive population because unlike most zoo babies, their father was born in the wild.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012  State Police are investigating the shooting of a horse in Wexford County.

Monday, November 19, 2012  Wranglers say horses, other animals used in 'Hobbit' movies died on unsafe New Zealand farm

Thursday, November 15, 2012  "I heard about it and I thought that would be just fun to do," said Susan Gibbons, Owner of Saras Legacy Pet Sitters.Pets can be the most loyal of friends. But for these two women hey are also loyal customers. "We'll stop every once in a while and she'll sniff the air and she sniffs the ground," said Gibbons. Susan Gibbons and Sherry McAdams are bonded and insured pet sitters and dog walkers in the Traverse City area.

Friday, November 09, 2012  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: Christine Thompson faces multiple charges after investigators say more than 30 horses, three dogs, and three pigs were left to die on her property.