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Friday, May 17, 2013  UPDATED WITH VIDEO: The 2013 Cherry Capital Cup is coming to town this weekend and businesses all over Traverse City are looking forward to the large crowds it draws to the area.

Sunday, May 12, 2013  Mushroom lovers had a place to celebrate this weekend, the Mushroom Capital of the United States, right here in Northern Michigan.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Illness can limit training at crucial times when you are trying to increase mileage and intensity.  Following an eating plan that is well-balanced and meets energy, carb, protein and micronutrient needs will help the Three Amigos boost their immune system so that they can stay healthy while increasing training volumes in the last month before the Bayshore.

Friday, April 12, 2013  BBC faces Thatcher dilemma as opponents push 'Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead' to top of charts

Saturday, March 02, 2013  Traverse City's third annual restaurant week is coming to an end - and many local businesses say it's been a huge success.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  In the past, Michigan drivers have been able to get away with not having their children in a safety seat - but soon the fines and penalties may become unavoidable.

Friday, October 12, 2012  Kalkaska Band Boosters is tooting the horn of an area car dealership after students are handed a check for $2,500.

Friday, October 05, 2012  US unemployment rate falls to 7.8 pct., lowest since 2009, giving Obama a potential boost

Thursday, August 30, 2012  Businesses right down the street from the Republican National Convention are losing money.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012  50,000 additional people have made their way to Tampa. How are they embracing it?

Tuesday, August 14, 2012  Elaine Rockwell, the former president of the Pine River Sports Boosters Club, was arrested for stealing money from the boosters.

Tuesday, July 10, 2012  Senate Democrats pushing tax cuts for companies that hire workers, give raises, buy equipment

Tuesday, May 29, 2012  Memorial Day weekend was the unofficial start of summer and for northern Michigan businesses that means the start of the big tourism season, a season that means a substantial boost in business.

Thursday, May 17, 2012  State Police say Toni Nieman stole more than  $20,000 dollars from the Cardinal Club Athletic Boosters

Monday, April 02, 2012  A bill in Lansing could bring much needed financial support to foster families right here in northern Michigan, but it also would eliminate dozens of employees with the Department of Human Services.