- The following Grand Traverse County students (by last name L through Z) were recognized on the Dean's List at NMC for the fall 2012 semester: Ashley LaMont, Sara Laisure, Katelyn Langdale, Spencer Laubach, Casey Leach, Madeleine Lebel, Hiu Wai Leung, Norbert Libby, Elizabeth Lidiard, Marissa Lindsay, Rachel Lord, Bobbi Louk, Spencer Lumsden, John Lutchko, Samuel Mansfield, Chase Mather, Katherine McCain, Kathryn McCain, Cole McCardel, Ann McCarty, Avalon McLachlan, Christopher McPherson, John McRannolds, Trevor Meek, Jeremy Metcalf, Michelle Michalski, Brittany Moeggenberg, Chelsea Moore, Jessica Mulder, Cody Mutter, Jazlynn Narmore, Katelyn Nickerson, Nicholas Nielsen, Chloe O'Brien, Emil O'Brien, Katherine O'Connor, Colleen Olson, Eric Ooley, Kathryn Orwig, Lauren Osbon, Eric Owen, Chelsea Parsch, Erin Patterson, Jonathan Patterson, Abigail Peck, Heather Penick, Cassandra Perry, Kaitlyn Pettinato, Chelsea Pflugrad, Alex Philion, Samuel Plamondon, Brian Potter, Robin Priest, Jalen Provo, Kevin Query, Ashley Quinn, Emma Rademacher, Kayleigh Randall, Bryan Rasmussen, Joellyn Rastello, Catherine Ray, Andrew Reed, Kevin Renwick, Nicholas Reszka, Lexa Revnell, Michael Robertson, Tajin Robles, Carl Rocheleau, Leonard Rountree, Ryan Ruskowski, Autumn Russell, Shawn Salkeld, Samuel Sanderson, Mikaela Sanford, Andromeda Sasaki, Jason Saunby, Christy Savage, Ryan Savage, Melody Schafer, Patricia Schaub, Sarah Schlusler, Gunnar Schwartz, Roxanne Scrivener, Edmund Seeber, Meg Sheehan, Melissa Sheick, David Sherman, Katrina Shonk, Noel Shrum, Timothy Siciliano, Blaine Simcox, Catherine Simons, Emily Sklodowske, Steven Slupecki, Kaischa Smith, Joel Smoyer, Gabrielle Sniff, Paul Somerville, Luke Sowash, Kelly Sprague, Martin Stallman, Joseph Stants, Tonya Starlin, Kathryn Stevenson, Amanda Sullivan, Aaron Swartz, Craig Sweeney, Ayla Switala, Kathy Tahtinen, Benjamin Thayer, Benjamin Thelander, Joy Thomas, Michelle Thomas, Nicole Thurmond, Sara Tonder, Stephen Town, Nicole Trigilio, Susan Twigg, Terry VanKleek, Myles VanWormer, Chesten Vanpelt, Lucas Vinecki, Kirstin Volkening, Teresa Wadysz, Nicholas Walsh, Danielle Weber, Katherine Weber, Bennett Weckler, Amber Welch, Chad Wheat, Grayson Wiggins, Benjamin Will, Todd Wisniewski, Claire Wodzien, Stephanie Wojie, John Wolfston, Justin Wolgamott, Lee Womack, Garret Wood-Sternburgh, Daniel Worm, Gary Worth, Tori Young, Michael Zenk, Sheryl Zimmerman, Vincent Zubalik and Michael Zutis.
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Historical Photo of the Week: 05/20/2013
Can any readers identify the people in this photo? (Click the photo at right to view it larger.)
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Info on May 13 historical photo
Historical photo information, provided by readers, for the May 13 image:
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News from 100 Years Ago: 05/20/2013
Marriage licenses were issued today to William J. Smith and Alta E. Wells, both of Traverse City; Will M. Russell and Lola May McCombs, both of Buckley, R.F.D. No. 1.
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Local student earns rank of Eagle Scout
Nicholas Loew, an Elk Rapids High School freshman has earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
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Community in Brief: 05/20/2013
Interlochen schedule changes; author program; SEEDS fashion show; and more.
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Leelanau Birding Festival runs May 29-June 2
Robert Parsons has traveled to Texas, Arizona, Florida and even Costa Rica to seek out unusual birds. Now Parsons is adding Michigan to that list.
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Sand in his veins: Mountz has 38 years at Sleeping Bear
Tom Mountz is the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore’s longest-serving employee. He can’t think of one other place in the world he would rather work.
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Kathy Gibbons: Time to say goodbye — once again
It’s been three years since I’ve actually lived here full-time in the summer. This year will mark the fourth.
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Terry Wooten: One poem leads to another — and friendship
I was watching my own kids ride a miniature tilt-a-whirl, when I heard this old man yell, “MIMI SIT DOWN!” I looked around to see who Mimi was, and there was this little carney girl slouched on a plastic chair on a merry-go-round.
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Births: 05/19/2013
MILLER — A son, Elijah Thomas, to Tom and Amy (McNeil) Miller of Lake Ann, March 28.
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Travel in Brief: 05/19/2013
Agritourism listings; New exhibit; Disney at Palace. (Plus more)
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Community in Brief: 05/19/2013
Beekeepers meeting; Korean War story; Swirl in Petoskey; and more.
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Priest uses big rig to make special deliveries
Father Ray Cotter delivers more than sermons. Two weeks ago, the former truck truck driver turned priest drove a semi-tractor-trailer rig to Bolling Air Force Base in Washington, D.C., to pick up 1,164 free military computers for use in Michigan Catholic schools in the dioceses of Lansing, Saginaw, Gaylord and Marquette.
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Mental Wellness: Dealing with difficult people
There was a time when I really enjoyed conflict. I don’t mean between people, but I felt like social change almost always happened when people stood up for their beliefs. This also was during a period in my life when my hair was dyed like a leopard.
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Body & Soul in Brief: 05/18/2013
Lupus meeting; cancer survivor picnic; Lyme disease support group; and more.
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Area Blood Drives: 05/18/2013
Find a blood drive in the area:
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You're Needed: 05/18/2013
Organizers of the Art Rapids! fair to be held in June in Elk Rapids are seeking host families for some of the artists who will be participating in the event.
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Perspectives: Structuring a balanced life as we age
Whether we realize it or not, we all live within “structure.” Sometimes it becomes too limiting or too confining. This can be physical, emotional and spiritual.
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Claudia Schmidt comes home to Sleder's
Claudia Schmidt will perform in an “On the Porch” concert at Sleder’s Family Tavern on Sunday, May 19.
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Health Newsmakers: 05/18/2013
In June, Barbara McIntyre, Ph.D., ATR-BC, LPC, will present the paper “Grief Expression and Healing Through Art” at the 44th annual American Art Therapy Conference in Seattle.
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Community Newsmakers: 05/18/2013
David Barr and Beth Dwaihy-Barr will be honored at the Legacy Gala on Saturday, June 15 at the Novi Civic Center in Novi.
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Community in Brief: 05/18/2013
Moyers' interview on climate; Short's kick-off party; chamber music on IPR; and more.
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Education Newsmakers: 05/18/2013
TC Central High School Freshman, Taylor Weckstein, has been named Distinguished Finalist in the 2013 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards in Michigan for the creation of her charitable organization Giving 1 Family at a Time (G.1.F.T).
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Couple's film focuses on Latin American coffee farmers
Have you ever taken a moment to consider where your morning cup of java comes from?
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Papa Roach is still swingin'
Papa Roach is still producing hit songs. It’s just getting harder and harder to get radio stations to play them.
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RAW: Moore, OK tornado touches down near school
Okla. tornado survivor finds dog buried alive under rubble
Robert Pattinson Moves Out
RAW: Russian dash cam catches car 20 feet in the air
Oklahoma tornado survivor: "Everything is gone"
Khloe Lashes Out at Kim Kardashian's Critics
Couple Argues As Woman's Lover Crawls Out Window
RAW: Brad Paisley Forgets Lyrics To His Own Song
Justin Bieber Gets Booed
RAW: TV Staff Take Cover From Tornado
New 'Anchorman 2' Trailer, Drake Joins List of Rumored Cameos
Eva Longoria's Wardrobe Malfunction
Heat Star Dwyane Wade Surprises Coral Gables Teen At Prom
Steak n' Shake waitress scores huge tip
Singer Miguel Accidentally Lands on Fan At Billboard Music Awards
Celebs Celebrate the Rise of the Side Butt
Grizzly bear gets up close and personal with camera
Justin Bieber Gets Booed After Winning at the Billboard Awards
Tornadoes, Storms Strike Midwest
Singer forgets lyrics, makes up words to National Anthem
