A three-way race for Emmet County Commissioner in District 6 will be one of the more invested primary races.

A Harbor Springs woman, who was recently arrested for allegedly operating a methamphetamine laboratory inside her vehicle, waived her right to a preliminary examination Wednesday, July 28, in 90th District Court.

Known around Petoskey and beyond for the customer-service approach he promotes, The Inn at Bay Harbor general manager Bill Quiseng soon will be imparting that philosophy in new surroundings.

INDIAN RIVER— The 107th House race to replace state Rep. Gary McDowell, D-Rudyard, has been tip-toeing toward the Aug. 3, primary, silent under the cacophony of other local open-seat races.

EAST JORDAN— In a special meeting Monday night, East Jordan School Board made the decision to offer Susan Wooden of Owosso the open superintendent position.

BATTLE CREEK (AP)— Federal officials now estimate that more than 1 million gallons of oil may have spilled into a major river in southern Michigan, and the governor is sharply criticizing clean-up efforts as"wholly inadequate."

Several townships across Charlevoix County are asking voters for their support on tax issues in the Tuesday, Aug. 3, primary election.

In addition to a number of races, voters in three Emmet County townships will vote on several millage renewals next week.

Current Petoskey Mayor Ted Pall secured nomination to seek a fourth term during a city convention Wednesday, with Sherry Loar-Trudell nominated as a candidate as well.

Emmet County is seeking to renew a millage of 0.25 for its countywide ambulance services.