Our Views
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- Wednesday, April 24, 2013
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Editorial: Deal between county, Cherryland makes sense
The old “win-win” thing is so tired it hardly has meaning any more. But the deal between Grand Traverse County and the Cherryland Humane Society qualifies.
Continued ... - Tuesday, April 23, 2013
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Editorial: Answers before ending no-fault insurance
The issue: Snyder, lawmakers want to end state’s no-fault insurance. Our view: Many questions must be asked, answered first.
Continued ... - Monday, April 22, 2013
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Cheers: 04/22/2013
- To Cantus, the top group of Northwestern Michigan College Children's Choir, which took home a grand prize in New York City. Cantus earned a gold medal for its performance at the Festival Competition at the College of Staten Island. The group also w
Continued ... - Sunday, April 21, 2013
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Editorial: Kalkaska's Hazen died a hero
The stories are always heart-breaking, but they always inspire.
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Editorial: NMC must convince voters of need to 'transform'
Asking taxpayers to increase their own burden is never an easy proposition for local governments.
Continued ... - Friday, April 19, 2013
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Editorial: Light & Power causing its own problems
The issue: ‘Interim’ L&P director wants tag removed. Our view: Looking for an experienced leader still a good idea.
Continued ... - Thursday, April 18, 2013
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Editorial: Time to reverse absurd drug immunity law
The issue: Steroid victims lucky they can sue. Our view: Michigan must undo ludicrous immunity law.
Continued ... - Wednesday, April 17, 2013
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Editorial: Specialty courts way to break cycles
The issue: Specialty courts having success. Our view: Fixing underlying issues can change lives.
Continued ... - Tuesday, April 16, 2013
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Editorial: Quash anti-referendum dodge
The issue: Legislature taking aim at right to referendum. Our view: We need a ballot issue to end the practice.
Continued ... - Monday, April 15, 2013
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Cheers: 04/15/2013
To the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce, the Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service, the Michigan Committee of the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, The American Legion ...
Continued ... - Sunday, April 14, 2013
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Editorial: Sleeping Bear rewarded with cuts
As if we needed more proof that the federal sequestration process is as dumb — and gutless — a way to cut federal spending as one can think of, just look to Sleeping Bear Dunes.
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Editorial: High tech to great outdoors
Two new tech applications will help locals and visitors alike find places to hike, paddle, ski or swim or figure out where and when recreation events are being held.
Continued ... - Friday, April 12, 2013
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Editorial: BATA improvements make service more predictable
The issue: BATA making route, tech upgrades. Our view: Step by step, service is becoming more useful.
Continued ... - Thursday, April 11, 2013
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Editorial: Feds can't rest until Lakes safe from carp
The issue: Report supports worries about carp. Our view: Efforts to seal off Great Lakes must continue.
Continued ... - Wednesday, April 10, 2013
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Editorial: Military, medical profession need new thinking on PTSD
The issue: Ex-Army nurse urges new approach to PTSD. Our view: Veterans deserve best care possible.
Continued ... - Monday, April 8, 2013
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Cheers: 04/08/2013
To Mike and Kim Babcock, owners of Trend Services, recipients of Kalkaska’s 2013 Citizen of the Year Award.
Continued ... - Sunday, April 7, 2013
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Editorial: Details must come first for Trust Fund projects
Traverse City has been pretty tight-fisted with the Brown Bridge Trust Fund since it was established in 1978, and that's the reason it now sits at a very healthy $13.2 million. Even in a day of trillion-dollar national deficits that's a lot of money
Continued ... - Saturday, April 6, 2013
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Fact Check: Foreign students aren't taking all money
College students “who are NOT U.S. Citizens and who get the PELL Grant” plan to return to their home countries after getting free gas cards and child care. Chain email on Thursday, March 28.
Continued ... - Friday, April 5, 2013
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Editorial: NMC can play key role in drone debate
The issue: Debate over the role of drones is growing. Our view: Programs like NMC’s must be heard from.
Continued ... - Thursday, April 4, 2013
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Editorial: Smart design gives Traverse City options
The issue: Socks construction has a new project. Our view: Smart use of space is key to good urban development.
Continued ... - Wednesday, April 3, 2013
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Editorial: Kingsley ready to open doors to investment
The issue: Kingsley launching economic development effort. Our view: While building anew, don't forget to keep what's best.
Continued ... - Tuesday, April 2, 2013
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Editorial: Tunnel work had to be done
The issue: Traverse City to spend $396,000 to upgrade pedestrian tunnel. Our view: It’s work that had to be done.
Continued ... - Monday, April 1, 2013
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Case against ex-Meijer lawyer puts face on Acme violations
Someone finally may have to personally pay the piper for Meijer, Inc.'s abuse of Acme Township residents and government officials during the second half of the past decade. Michigan's Attorney Grievance Commission -- the state Supreme Court wing char
Continued ... - Sunday, March 31, 2013
- Editorial: Case against ex-Meijer lawyer puts face on Acme violations
- Friday, March 29, 2013
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Videotaped interrogations will protect police, suspects alike
Like having video cameras in police cars to record what happens when a motorist is pulled over or a police officer arrives on the scene of a crime, using video to record interrogations in potential felony cases will protect the accused and police off
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