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Elk Rapids Cinema Announces Temporary Closure

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NMC Surveying Program Named Best In The Country

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County Commissioners Talk Budget, Health Dept Accreditation

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Authorities Rescue Man From Lake Experiencing Mental Health Crisis

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TC Man Arrested on Tax Fraud Charges for Underground Marijuana Operation

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TCBN: Hustle on Hastings as World Magnetics Serves Dozens of Fortune 500 Outfits

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First Annual Haig Open Hickory Golf Tournament Scheduled

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Join Us For Recess Wednesday at K&A Hop Dogs - And Bring Your Dog!

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Here's the 19th Annual 40Under40 Class

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Freshwater Research & Innovation Center Groundbreaking Set For Sept. 12

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City Eyes Future of Bijou, Carnegie Buildings

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Sheriff's Office Seeking Tips in Boat Hit-and-Run

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Comedy Club Opening on Front Street, Trains & Things Hobbies Closing, Old Mission Tavern to Reopen; More Restaurant/Retail News

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