Incumbent officials win in Leelanau

Election 2010

November 3, 2010

Incumbent officials win in Leelanau

By Bill O'Brien bobrien@record-eagle.com The Record Eagle Wed Nov 03, 2010, 07:14 AM EDT

TRAVERSE CITY — Incumbent commissioners in Leelanau County easily turned back election challenges.

Four sitting board members won new two-year terms Tuesday, while Commissioner Mary Tonnenberger waged a write-in campaign in an effort to reverse her primary election loss to Republican Tom VanPelt in District 1 in Leelanau Township. Results in the VanPelt-Tonnenberger race weren't available late Tuesday.

Four-term Commissioner Richard Schmuckal, of Suttons Bay, defeated Democrat Jason Harrall in District 3 that includes Bingham and Suttons Bay townships. The District 5 race went to three-term incumbent David Shiflett, of Leland, over challenger Karen Zemaitis, while David Marshall, of Glen Arbor, turned back challenger Karen Paulus in District 6, composed of Cleveland, Empire and Glen Arbor townships.

Nine-term Commissioner Melinda Lautner, of Cedar, defeated Karl Dungjen in District 7 that includes Kasson and Solon townships.

-- By Staff Writer Bill O'Brien

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Voters say they were harassed at polls

Police responded to two Garfield Township polling precincts on complaints that Grand Traverse Area Right to Life activists were harassing voters and obstructing traffic.
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Leelanau chairwoman loses bid

Leelanau County's board chairwoman failed in an effort to keep her seat through a write-in campaign, while four other board incumbents coasted to victory in the general election.
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Stepka wins tight race in 86th Dist.

Vote tallies remained tight late Tuesday, but unofficial results Wednesday showed Stepka beat Kevin Elsenheimer by a 24,091 to 22,940 mark.
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Leelanau Probate seat goes to Nelson

Leland lawyer Larry Nelson held off Suttons Bay attorney Marian Kromkowski by less than 300 votes in a hotly contested but respectful race to replace former Probate Judge Joseph Deegan.
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Governor-elect builds transition team

The day after his decisive win over Democratic Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero, Michigan Gov.-elect Rick Snyder began building his transition team and looking ahead to the challenges he'll confront Jan. 1.
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Independents and Dems stay at home

About 3.3 million Michigan voters participated in Tuesday's election, far fewer than the 3.8 million that were expected, Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land said Wednesday.
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Complete election returns by county

All tallies are now complete, but are unofficial until certified.
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Businessman elected governor

Michigan voters, whose state economy began declining earlier and sank deeper than almost any other in the nation, turned Tuesday to a Republican businessman for their next governor.
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Voters split on TCL&P proposals

City voters zapped a proposal to bring Traverse City Light & Power under complete city control, but approved another measure that will give residents the right to seek a vote on proposed power plants.
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Stepka beats out Elsenheimer for judge

A county commissioner surged past a term-limited state representative in Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties and appeared to have won a hotly contested race for a judicial seat on the 86th District Court.
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Voters: Economy was key

Michigan's weak economy propelled local voters to the polls, and they decided a bevy of local ballot issues.
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Hardy, Falconer lead in TCAPS race

A former Traverse City commissioner led five other candidates for a spot on Traverse City's school board, and a local businessman appeared the likely winner of the second seat.
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Two NMC incumbents headed to victory

Voters appeared to reward two incumbents by giving them both another term on the Northwestern Michigan College board.
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Richardson, Maxbauer return to GT board

A local party push and long Republican coattails couldn't unseat Grand Traverse County's single Democratic county commissioner.
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GT County backs senior millage

Voters overwhelmingly approved a measure that will merge two senior citizen organizations.
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GT County voters reject road millage

Voters bulldozed a proposed 1-mill tax levy that would have raised approximately $4.5 million annually to improve and repair Grand Traverse County roads.
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Nelson holds lead for Leelanau probate

A longtime Leland attorney appears to have won a race for a Leelanau County judgeship that's been vacant for 16 months.
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Booher downs Dunigan in 35th Senate

Republican State Rep. Darwin Booher handily defeated Democrat Roger Dunigan in the 35th District state senate race.
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Walker wins race for 37th Senate

An ex-state representative ran a campaign for the 37th state Senate race based on job growth and voters bought in.
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Maples proposals appear to have passed

Proposals to fund operations and a new building for The Maples nursing home in Benzie County appear to have passed, preliminary election results show.
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Franz ousts Scripps in 101st rematch

State Rep. Dan Scripps couldn't hold off a wave of Republican support and trailed challenger Ray Franz in a stark reversal of a state House rematch from 2008.
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MacMaster claims 105th state House seat

A former television weatherman drenched his underfunded Democratic opponent to win the 105th House district seat.
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Benishek, Camp, Huizenga victorious

Republican Dan Benishek of Crystal Falls has won the race to succeed veteran Democrat Bart Stupak in Congress. In other northwestern Lower Michigan congressional races, Republican Dave Camp of Midland won an 11th term in Congress and Former state Rep. Bill Huizenga was the winner in the 2nd District.
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Schuette takes attorney general seat

Republican Bill Schuette has won the race for Michigan attorney general, easily defeating his Democratic opponent.
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Kelly, Young win Supreme Court races

Voters have re-elected incumbent Justice Robert Young Jr. and picked another Republican, switching control of the Michigan Supreme Court to conservatives.
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Johnson wins secretary of state seat

Ruth Johnson has kept Michigan's secretary of state office in Republican hands, handily defeating Democratic candidate Jocelyn Benson.
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Local incumbents stay, go

By 11:30 p.m. tonight, votes counted so far showed the following contestants leading.
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Republicans lead in SOS, AG races

Republicans Ruth Johnson and Bill Schuette were leading in their races for Michigan secretary of state and attorney general.
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State's balance of power at stake

Michigan voters elected a new state Legislature on Tuesday as the state's term limits law forced a number of incumbents out of office.
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Snyder gives victory speech

Republican Rick Snyder says his election as Michigan's governor signals the start of an era of innovation for a state he says is broken.
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Benishek wins Stupak's old seat

Republican Dan Benishek of Crystal Falls has won the race to succeed veteran Democrat Bart Stupak in Congress.
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Voters reject constitutional convention

Michigan voters again have decided against allowing a broad rewrite of the state's 1963 constitution.
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Huizenga wins old boss Hoekstra's seat

Former state Rep. Bill Huizenga (HY'-zuhn-guh) of Zeeland is the winner in the 3rd District race.
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Bernero concedes to Snyder

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Virg Bernero has conceded the race to Republican businessman Rick Snyder.
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US Rep. Dave Camp cruises to 11th term

Republican Dave Camp of Midland has won an 11th term in Congress.
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Benishek leading in 1st District

In early returns, Republican Dan Benishek is leading state Rep. Gary McDowell.
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Snyder elected next Michigan governor

Rick Snyder, the Republican businessman who promoted himself as a political outsider able to ease the state's economic woes, has won the race to be Michigan's next governor.
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Residents take to the polls in big numbers

A crowded ballot of state offices, proposals, local races, millage requests and more drew voters to the polls today.
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November 1, 2010
Redistricting plan at stake in election

Tuesday's election could have far-reaching implications in Michigan beyond the immediate winners and losers.
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Roughly 60% turnout expected

Gubernatorial elections generally attract more voters than in election years when that office isn't at stake, and Tuesday should be no different, Traverse City Clerk Debbra Curtiss said.
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BY ALEX PIAZZA The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Mon, November 01
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October 31, 2010
Raising campaign funds a tough job

Two Grand Traverse County board candidates, opponents for the same seat in Tuesday's election, raised more money for their campaigns than all other commission hopefuls combined.
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BY LINDSAY VANHULLE, and ART BUKOWSKI The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Mon, November 01
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Editorial: Our endorsement wrapup for Tuesday's elections

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Nov. 2 election roundup

A roundup of candidates and issues on ballots in the Record-Eagle's 5-county area, with links to related coverage.
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October 30, 2010
Editorial: TC: No on Proposal 1 and yes on Proposal 2

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Gov. hopefuls both back school change

The two leading candidates for Michigan governor agree the state's public schools need improvement, but Democrat Virg Bernero would more quickly restore funding for early childhood education and scholarships for college students than his opponent, Republican Rick Snyder.
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Editorial: No on roads, yes on seniors

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October 29, 2010
Endorsement: Stepka for 86th Court

A clear choice emerged in a tough campaign to fill a judicial vacancy on the 86th District Court.
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Endorsement: Kromkowski for judge

We recommend Marian Kromkowski for Leelanau County Probate Judge.
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Endorsement: Three for GT board

In the three contested races for the Grand Traverse County board, voters have a chance to re-elect two commissioners who have been asking the tough questions and a newcomer who promises to do the same.
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Letters at Issue: Elections: 10/29/2010

Balanced the budget; Firm, fair, fatherly; Excellent judicial traits. (Plus more)
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Analysis: Flagrant foul on McDowell

Who: Gary McDowell. Featured Campaign Material: Television Ad. Truth Squad Call: Flagrant Foul
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Analysis: Benishek ad misleading

Who: Dan Benishek. Featured Campaign Material: Dan Benishek "Enough is Enough" TV Ad. Truth Squad Call: Technical Foul.
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Snyder has big lead in poll

Republicans are heading toward what could be a very good Election Day for them, according to an EPIC-MRA poll released Thursday. The poll shows Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Snyder leading Democratic Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero.
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Turnout estimate: 3.8 million voters

Michigan Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land estimates about 3.8 million voters across the state will turn out for Tuesday's election.
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Twelve write-ins seek office

A smattering of write-in candidates will seek election Tuesday, though their names won't appear on ballots at local polling sites.
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October 28, 2010
Record-Eagle endorses 3 for U.S. Congress

Record-Eagle endorsements for Michigan's 1st, 2nd and 4th Congressional Districts.
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Endorsements: Booher, Walker for Senate

Record-Eagle endorsements for the 35th and 37th Senate Districts.
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R-E endorses only Scripps in House races

For the 101st House District we recommend incumbent Democrat Dan Scripps. We can make no recommendation in the 104th or 105th House races.
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Letters at Issue: Elections: 10/28/2010

Would be a good judge; A hand-picked board; Experience, dedication. (Plus more)
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Analysis: Innuendo in GOP's Benson ad

What: Michigan Republican Party ad about Jocelyn Benson; Foul or no foul: Foul.
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Bernero, Snyder plan diverse cabinets

Whether voters pick Democrat Virg Bernero or Republican Rick Snyder as Michigan's next governor, the state's new department heads will likely be a diverse group.
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GOP spends big in Michigan

The National Republican Congressional Committee is spending big bucks to win back control of Congress, and nowhere is it spending more than in Michigan's 7th District.
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Michigan Proposal 1 a mystery to some

Some area residents know little about Michigan's Proposal 1, which would convene delegates to rewrite the state constitution.
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BY LINDSAY VANHULLE The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Thu, October 28
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Dems file complaint against Benishek

Michigan Democratic Chairman Mark Brewer says his group is filing a complaint against Dan Benishek, saying the Republican congressional candidate used a private plane for campaign purposes.
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October 27, 2010
District court campaign call criticized

Traverse City attorney Mike Stepka said his opponent, State Rep. Kevin Elsenheimer, falsely portrayed him as a liberal endorsed by local Democratic Party officials in a "robo" call created by one of Elsenheimer's supporters.
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Disagreement runs deep in court race

Kevin Elsenheimer and Mike Stepka don't agree on much in their increasingly contentious battle to replace Judge John Foresman on the 86th District Court.
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Falconer and Marois endorsed for TCAPS board

In a crowded and talented field of candidates for two seats on the Traverse City Area Public Schools Board of Education, two stand out — Erik Falconer and Mary Marois.
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Follette, Weaver recommended for NMC

The Northwestern Michigan College trustee race has a strong field of fair options, but we recommend incumbent Cheryl Gore Follette and Kennard Weaver.
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Letters at Issue: Elections: 10/27/2010

Independent candidate; More than 900 cases; Protecting jobs; Honest, hard-working; plus more.
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Bernero, Snyder in new spat over bridge

Democrat Virg Bernero said Tuesday that Republican rival Rick Snyder might try to sell the Mackinac Bridge if elected governor, drawing a quick denial from the GOP nominee.
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October 26, 2010
Benson is best choice for Sec. of State

For Michigan's Secretary of State, the Record-Eagle recommends Jocelyn Benson.
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No clear choice for Attorney General

The Record-Eagle has chosen to make no recommendation in the race for Attorney General.
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'Yes' on both Michigan proposals

The Record-Eagle encourages a "yes" vote on Michigan's ballot proposals.
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Letters at Issue: Elections: 10/26/2010

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Snyder, Bernero meet with voters

With the election just one week away, Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Snyder rode a hay wagon Monday and Democrat Virg Bernero met with Detroit homeowners.
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State Rep., GT official vie for judgeship

A county commissioner believes his opponent in the race for 86th District judge spent too many years in Lansing. The opponent, a state representative from Bellaire, contends he can utilize his experience on the bench.
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BY ALEX PIAZZA The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Wed, October 27
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Supreme Court justice to speak in TC

A Michigan Supreme Court justice who seeks re-election, accused by ex-Justice Weaver of 'offensive conduct,' will speak to local voters today.
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State Proposal 1 forum to be held

A forum will be held to discuss state Proposal 1, which if approved would allow a convention to meet to amend Michigan's constitution.
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October 25, 2010
Letters at Issue: Elections: 10/25/2010

Should be ashamed; Always accessible; The right stuff; Tough but fair; Creative leadership; and more letters about the Nov. 2 election.
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Clinton stumps for Bernero, Dingell

Former President Bill Clinton tied his Sunday pitch for Democratic candidates in Michigan to football, warning those in the audience that Democratic voters have to prepare for the Nov. 2 election as much as the unbeaten Michigan State Spartans have to prepare for their next opponent.
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October 24, 2010
Little to lose by voting for Rick Snyder for governor

The issue: Michigan's race for governor; Our view: Rick Snyder is the best choice
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Letters at Issue: Elections: 10/24/2010

Letters regarding the Nov. 2 general election.
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Oct 24, 2010 7:47 am
Op-Ed: Environment flies under radar

They vow to be good stewards of Michigan's natural resources and were endorsed in their gubernatorial primaries by the Michigan League of Conservation Voters — an increasingly active scorekeeper on such matters. But Republican businessman Rick Snyder and Democratic Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero have been relatively mum on these issues.
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By GEORGE WEEKS The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Sun, October 24
Oct 24, 2010 7:47 am 1 Photo
Op-Ed: A better state constitution?

Gov. Jennifer Granholm, a liberal Democrat, has something in common with Tom George, one of the state senate's most conservative Republicans: They both think it is time for a Michigan to hold a convention and try to write a better state constitution.
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By JACK LESSENBERRY The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Sun, October 24
Oct 24, 2010 7:47 am 1 Photo
Two take on GOP's Schmidt in 104th

A retired teacher and a school board member with no party affiliation are taking on a well-funded incumbent Republican legislator for the state House.
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BY LINDSAY VANHULLE The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Sun, October 24
Oct 24, 2010 7:46 am 1 Photo
October 23, 2010
Ex-GOP nominee endorses Democrat in 1st District

A Republican who once ran against Democratic Rep. Bart Stupak endorsed Democrat Gary McDowell on Friday to succeed Stupak in Congress.
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Anonymous The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Sat, October 23
Oct 23, 2010 7:14 am
Forum: Reinvent Michigan by voting yes

We should take advantage of a rare opportunity to overhaul Lansing and reinvent Michigan by voting "yes" on Proposal 1, the call for a state constitutional convention.
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By Tom George The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Sat, October 23
Oct 23, 2010 7:14 am 1 Photo
Analysis: Truth Squad cries foul on Snyder's TV ad

Michigan employment last peaked in June of 2000 when the state had 4,690,000 non-farm payroll jobs, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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By the Center for Michigan The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Sat, October 23
Oct 23, 2010 7:14 am
Analysis: State Democratic Party TV ad gets a foul

The Lansing metropolitan statistical area had the second-lowest jobless rate of the state's 17 MSAs in August, the last month for which statistics were available.
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By the Center for Michigan The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Sat, October 23
Oct 23, 2010 7:14 am
October 22, 2010
Letters at Issue: Elections: 10/22/2010

Letters regarding the Nov. 2, 2010 general election.
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Anonymous The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Fri, October 22
Oct 22, 2010 7:56 am
Forum: 'Power to the people' not true

By BRADFORD A. PURCELL: "Power to the people," the mantra for the proponents of Traverse City Proposals 1 and 2, is not true.
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By BRADFORD A. PURCELL The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Fri, October 22
Oct 22, 2010 7:56 am 1 Photo
Next gov. will face large deficit

Both the Republican and Democratic gubernatorial candidates say they don't plan to raise Michigan residents' taxes and that they'll cut business taxes so companies can create more jobs.
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Anonymous The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Fri, October 22
Oct 22, 2010 7:56 am 1 Photo
Jobs are focus in race for 105th

A self-employed contractor won't rely on name recognition or his wallet to earn a seat atop the 105th state House District. Compare that stance to his opponent, a former television meteorologist with plenty of name recognition and endorsements from powerful state organizations.
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BY ALEX PIAZZA The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Fri, October 22
Oct 22, 2010 7:55 am 1 Photo
October 21, 2010
Funds give Leelanau residents access to recycling centers

Leelanau voters will be asked Nov. 2 to approve a $29 annual recycling fee for 10 years.
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BY LINDSAY VANHULLE The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Thu, October 21
Oct 21, 2010 7:14 am
Unions back school board candidates

Three Traverse City Area Public Schools employee unions are backing two candidates for school board.
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Anonymous The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Thu, October 21
Oct 21, 2010 7:14 am
October 20, 2010
Letters at Issue: Elections: 10/20/2010

Deserves support; Dedicated public official; Patience, integrity; Taking the high road
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Anonymous The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Wed, October 20
Oct 20, 2010 7:43 am
GT millage would fund road repair

A tax bump to support road maintenance and repair doesn't bother Brenda Heerdt. Heerdt, of Acme Township, likely will support the Grand Traverse County Road Commission's millage request in the Nov. 2 election.
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BY ART BUKOWSKI The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Wed, October 20
Oct 20, 2010 7:41 am 1 Photo
Road commission raises already budgeted

Grand Traverse County road officials worry the portrayal of a pay raise for administrative staff could derail a millage request to raise about $4.5 million annually to repair and improve existing roads.
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BY BRIAN McGILLIVARY The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Wed, October 20
Oct 20, 2010 7:41 am
October 19, 2010
Letters at Issue: Elections: 10/19/2010

Level-headedness; Vote Republican; Concern for groundwater; Integrity, competency
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Anonymous The Record Eagle Copyright 2013 Traverse City Record-Eagle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Tue, October 19
Oct 19, 2010 7:11 am

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