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By Melissa Smith Monday, January 05, 2009 at 6:59 PM
Law enforcement officers and a local snow mobile club want to remind you of some simple things to keep in mind that just may save your life.
By Melissa Smith Sunday, January 04, 2009 at 7:06 PM
With a new year comes new resolutions.  For some people that means kicking a bad habit or maybe trying to start a good one.
By Melissa Smith Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 6:21 PM
A northern Michigan woman is speaking out...using her own tragedy to remind drivers to celebrate responsibly on New Year's Eve.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 at 10:41 AM
An area non-profit group is hosting a youth New Years Eve party. 
By Melissa Smith Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 6:16 PM
It's signs along snowmobile trails that serve a purpose: to guide snowmobilers in the right direction.  But the DNR says each year large amounts of them disappear.
By Melissa Smith Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 5:49 PM
Grand Traverse County Sheriff-Elect Tom Bensley sat down with 7&4 News to talk about his expectations for the job and what he hopes to achieve.
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Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 5:09 PM
If you're looking for a free place to spend New Years, one business is offering a family friendly environment.
Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 2:07 PM
It's a celebration ringing in the new year and marking a milestone for First Night in Cadillac.
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Monday, December 29, 2008 at 5:42 PM
TCLP is looking at new options after delays in building new transmission lines.
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Monday, December 29, 2008 at 11:34 AM
Now that you may be un-decking the halls, rather than tossing your Christmas tree in the trash, why not recycle it?
By Melissa Smith Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 10:35 PM
Damaging winds and freezing rain leave thousands of homes throughout various northern Michigan counties without electricity.  Consumers Energy says some of their customers may not have their power restored until Wednesday.
By Melissa Smith Saturday, December 27, 2008 at 6:47 PM
The quick snap of unusually warm temperatures are creating some sloppy conditions for homeowners as they try to clear off snowy rooftops and walkways.
By Melissa Smith Friday, December 26, 2008 at 10:09 PM
The Grand Traverse County Road Commission normally clears roads of ice and snow as temperatures drop...but this time with warmer temperatures moving into the area and even rain, they're trying to prevent a melting mess.
By Roxanne WerlyWednesday, December 24, 2008 at 1:34 PM
If you have the spirit of giving this holiday season don't forget to make note of your donation for Uncle Sam.
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Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at 10:33 AM
A family of six is struggling to put the pieces back together after losing everything in a house fire. 
By Melissa Smith Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at 7:03 PM
With the holidays usually comes family and even office festivities, and it's these celebrations that can sometimes lead to increased drunk drivers out on the roadways.  But state police are noticing something different this year.
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Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at 3:21 PM
A Manistee County man has once again raised thousands of dollars for charity, by collecting returnable cans and bottles.
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Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at 2:41 PM
A scholarship fund is set up in memory of a community leader, and someone special to us at 7 & 4 News.
By Melissa Smith Monday, December 22, 2008 at 6:12 PM
With Christmas just three days away, final preparations are underway for a dinner that's expected to serve over one-thousand northern Michigan people.
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Monday, December 22, 2008 at 5:10 PM
Right now there is a need for all blood types, and remember that one pint of blood can help three people.
By Melissa Smith Sunday, December 21, 2008 at 8:08 PM
Despite this last minute rush, Traverse City's Front Street was full of window browsers and paying customers Sunday, all trying to finish their Christmas purchases before the big holiday arrives.
By Bill FroehlichSunday, December 21, 2008 at 3:59 PM
Some East Jordan Boy Scouts spent Saturday night out in the cold. They camped out and collected food for the local food pantry at the same time.
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Friday, December 19, 2008 at 4:40 PM
One Northern Michigan community is stepping up after disaster strikes at a local food pantry.
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Friday, December 19, 2008 at 3:07 PM
More than 300 students from Holy Angels and Immaculate Conception made the trek to downtown Traverse City Friday morning, each of them carrying a toy donation for children in need
By Melissa Smith Thursday, December 18, 2008 at 6:07 PM
When you live in northern Michigan, you tend to expect it...the snow.  But when you're a postal carrier it can make your job a little bit more challenging.
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