DETROIT — The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that the Republican majority on the Oakland County Board of Commissioners has the right to redraw members' districts.
The Supreme Court's four Republican-nominated members ruled that a law wasn't a local act, so therefore should stand.
The three justices nominated by Democrats dissented.
The ruling throws out the map drawn by the bipartisan commission of three Democrats and two Republicans.
The game didn't go the full nine innings, but the Traverse City Beach Bums still won their home opener 10-0 against the Evansville Otters Tuesday night.
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The Beach Bums have extended their lead over the Evansville Otters to 3-0 after six innings.
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Mother Nature sent some rain to Wuerfel Park for the Traverse City Beach Bums 2013 home opener, but it hasn't slowed them down. They lead the Evansville Otters 2-0 after three innings in a Frontier League baseball game Tuesday night.
Continued ...A roundup of high school sports results from across northern Michigan:
Continued ...Chad Culver, the school's principal, spied the large mammal on Monday about 9 a.m. when he looked out his window as he met with a teacher.
Continued ...The issue: Some NMC programs to see stiff tuition hikes. Our view: Don’t base tuition on artificial ‘earnings’ projections.
Continued ...A group of Boardman River property owners filed a lawsuit over removal of the Brown Bridge Dam, saying their property values dropped when the river’s water levels rose.
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Traverse City’s Tom Doak was one of three individuals inducted into the Michigan Golf Hall of Fame in a ceremony Sunday at the Henry Center at Michigan State University.
Continued ...The city’s electric utility will spend up to $15,000 on a piece of property it hopes to never own — just in case public opposition foils its preferred location for an electrical substation.
Continued ...Who awarded contract?; Who could want more?
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Just how much money was spent independently of candidates on elections for Michigan state office last year?
Continued ...Frankfort baseball head coach Mike Zimmerman won his 400th game as Frankfort swept a doubleheader from TC Christian on Monday, 6-4 and 5-3. (Plus more)
Continued ...Traverse City police are investigating a report of sexual contact between two teens in a Traverse City Central High School elevator.
Continued ...TC Blue Stars win 13U tournament; MHSAA changes transfer guidelines; Toxic Cherries beat Southern Belles.
Continued ...A former Munson Medical Center worker recently settled a lawsuit that alleged her civil rights were violated when she was fired from her job at an HIV-AIDS clinic.
Continued ...Garfield Township residents can dispose of yard waste for free starting later this month. No-charge waste passes will be available at Garfield Township Hall starting today through June 4.
Continued ...Meteorologists say to expect more severe thunderstorms coming through the Grand Traverse region.
Continued ...Cecilia Chesney, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan, received $5,000 for her organization and was given the chance to compete for an additional $25,000 through the Art Van Charity Challenge.
Continued ...Weather balloon launch; TCAPS Music Boosters concert; library plant sale and more.
Continued ...A roundup of high school sports results from across northern Michigan:
Continued ...The board for Traverse City Light & Power shut down its faltering search for a new executive director and threw the switch on Tim Arends.
Continued ...Police arrested a 16-year-old Traverse City girl on an operating while intoxicated charge after observing her drive erratically on Garfield Avenue.
Continued ...The issue: Traverse City OKs food trucks. Our view: New choices will enhance city’s reputation as a foodie haven.
Continued ...Trustees placed a newly adopted “campus expression” policy on hold until Northwestern Michigan College staff can specify how it will be implemented and communicate the full policy to those affected.
Continued ...Former Traverse City West offensive lineman Darren Keyton, an undrafted rookie free agent, signed with the Detroit Lions on Monday.
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