Due to a reporter's error, a story in Saturday's Record-Eagle incorrectly stated Traverse City Commission candidate Michael Gillman's voting record. It should have said Gillman voted in 14 of 14 elections dating back through 2004.
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Bill O'Brien: Residents don't rest on their laurels
Three interviews — very much different yet still oddly similar, and very insightful as to the challenges that face Traverse City.
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Festive cherry drinks
This week, especially, cherries are everywhere and in everything from pies to salads. Adding a kick of cherry to a cock- or mock-tail is one more way to enjoy a favorite local fruit. Spirit and cocktail makers have found sophisticated ways to feature cherries in drinks. The result is cherry cheer that goes beyond the typical sweet-bomb maraschino garnish.
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Cherry Festival's stage will be jamming
The music at this year's National Cherry Festival will be jamming — from the familiar favorites of 1964 The Tribute to the blues-y guitar of Tommy Castro and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Gregg Rolie.
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Tesner's struggle draws to a close
Peggy Tesner was with her husband, Doug, Tuesday morning when his struggle ended, and she is relieved her husband of nearly 16 years no longer feels pain.
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NMC president receives positive review
Trustees at Northwestern Michigan College gave the institution's leader an overall 3.68 rating on a 4-point scale after evaluations on core competencies and key responsibilities.
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Eighth Street back in business
Construction on one of the city's busiest streets will be done in time for its most hectic week.
Continued ... - Clearing the Record: 06/30/2010
- Tuesday, June 29, 2010
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Ex-employees shocked by county's accusation
Grand Traverse County likely lost $172,000 on a bad business loan, but instead of pursuing debtors, officials circulated a memo that pointed fingers at the defunct company's employees.
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Munson reaches out during 'Lunch With Ed'
Small groups representing a variety of community interests regularly join Munson Healthcare CEO Ed Ness in a conference room to nosh on boxed lunches and hear Ness explain what's behind Munson's partnership talks with Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids.
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TCAPS officials project $4.2M shortfall
Administrators in Traverse City's public schools project the district will incur a roughly $4.2 million shortfall next year, an estimate that comes amid several undetermined variables.
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Spectrum among top 10 systems in nation
Spectrum Health is rated among the top 10 health systems in the country by a national health rating firm.
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Police: Woman made up sexual assault
A Kalkaska woman falsely reported that a man sexually assaulted her in a hotel room, police said.
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Woman accused of making false report
A Williamsburg woman falsely reported her vehicle stolen, deputies said.
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Deputy allegedly saw man smoking crack
A Traverse City man faces a felony drug charge after a deputy said he watched him smoke crack cocaine.
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TC man faces felony drug charges
Deputies arrested a Traverse City man after they said they found marijuana and unauthorized prescription drugs in his backpack.
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Region in Brief: 06/29/2010
Guests perform with Jeff Haas Trio; Summer events at the Leelanau School; City seeking applicants for DDA.
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Debate camp gets rave reviews
Nearly 60 area students gave up part of their summer to attend Traverse Area Debate Camp in anticipation of next year's debate season.
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Time for goodbye: Cancer patient weakens
Doug Tesner, a Record-Eagle photographer since 2004 and lifelong smoker, is battling Stage IV adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer.
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Utility looks to public for guidance
A proposed biomass power generating plant turned into a public relations fiasco for Traverse City Light & Power and led some officials to question the city-owned utility's future.
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Equestrian set is always stylish
In Traverse City, far from the world's great fashion capitols, both riders and those who just want to look the part can find equestrian-inspired clothing and accessories.
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Patient awaits cancer's toll
Doug Tesner is not a religious man, but he sunk deeper into a brown chair in his living room and talked about God.
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Fred Goldenberg: Build floor, then roof
At this year's Retirement Income Industry Association's (RIIA) spring conference, conventional wisdom was told to take a hike and good, old-fashioned logic became the norm.
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Finding some great moments with a real pro
Lindsay VanHulle reminisces about time she spent with Doug Tesner. Also include some of Tesner's favorite photos.
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'For those who can't walk'
Robin Ward walked around the Grand Traverse County Civic Center, a cane in her right hand to help her keep her balance.
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Retail sales drop in May
Sales for Michigan retailers dipped in May according to a monthly sales index generated by the Michigan Retailers Association.
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Bill O'Brien: Residents don't rest on their laurels






