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Merlin hunting dragonflies. This bird was totally unbothered by my presence and seemed to be showing off. Kehl Lake Natural Area: The Leelanau Conservancy

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November 19, 2024 at 11:00 PM
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Fall in Northern Michigan, courtesy of my brother. #leelanaucounty #puremichigan
A fall pastoral scene with a white picket fence crossing the lower portion of the photo diagonally with a red wood barn in the background, on a bright grass patch, with red and orange adorned maples under a blue sky behind.
October 19, 2024 at 5:34 PM
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With 18 acres to explore, what’s not to love about a walk in the woods? 🐾 🌲
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March 30, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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We’re excited to share a seat with you at Michi’s Base Camp! Our dog-friendly rental is in the heart of Leelanau County, close but not too close to all the action. Come enjoy 18 acres of glacially carved splendor with your best friend! 🐾
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February 28, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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We love being outside, so we added this outdoor shower with cedar paneling for when a rinse is needed on a hot summer day. Vacation rental info: leftcoastvacationrentals.com/michis-base-...

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May 5, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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We added a new tire-fill station right next to the outdoor shower for all of our cycling friends! 🚲 Fill up before you head out on a ride. Learn more about our pet-friendly vacation rental:
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September 9, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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Epic snow day at Michi’s Base Camp! Perfect conditions! ☀️ ❄️
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March 15, 2026 at 1:15 PM
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I have been accused of messing with the saturation levels by those who have never seen Glen Lake on a sunny day. 💯 true Michigan Blue. Just a short walk from our front door. Check out our vacation rental and bring your best friend. 🐾
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September 9, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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Doing the Glen Arbor Shuffle on a beautiful sunny day before the next snow flies! ☀️ ❄️ 🐾

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March 12, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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Leelanau County could face a $424,000 funding gap if crucial court fees aren't extended, but there's good news as revenue sharing has actually increased!

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MAC presenter outlines state budget risks, revenue‑sharing gains and dam‑safety push
Steve Curry of the Michigan Association of Counties told Leelanau County commissioners the state budget leaves revenue‑sharing roughly flat for many counties but that Leelanau’s share has increased; he flagged court funding sunsets, proposed property‑tax changes and dam‑safety funding as items counties should watch.
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September 12, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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Leelanau County is taking a vital step in addressing the opioid crisis by forming a steering committee to oversee the distribution of settlement funds, ensuring diverse community voices are heard.

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Commissioners direct staff to convene steering committee to shape opioid-settlement RFP and grant process
After discussion, commissioners asked administration to draft a steering committee proposal (stakeholders from mental health, courts, corrections, public health and community organizations) to guide an RFP for use of opioid settlement dollars; staff will return in October with committee membership and timeline.
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September 12, 2026 at 5:10 AM
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East Lake Bluffs residents are reeling from unexpected property tax hikes and unstable roads after a poorly executed drain project, demanding accountability from the county board.

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Residents urge county to cover costly Lake Bluffs drainage repairs; board defers decision to legal review
East Lake Bluffs residents told commissioners the drain project was poorly designed and that cost overruns and new maintenance assessments surprised property owners; they asked the county to refund assessed overages (~$8,500) and fund immediate repairs (~$35,000). The board agreed to seek legal counsel and postpone a funding vote to next week.
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September 11, 2026 at 10:58 PM
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A groundbreaking housing project in Suttons Bay Township aims to create 38 affordable units, leveraging Michigan's brownfield TIF to address a critical housing shortage.

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County hears proposal for 38-unit affordable housing project using brownfield TIF
A Fishbach consultant outlined how Michigan's brownfield statute now allows housing TIF; the proposed 980 Herman Road project in Suttons Bay Township would create 38 units (30 for sale, 8 rental) with a $10.4M investment and a request to capture roughly 27% of development costs via TIF, with local and state review steps ahead.
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August 20, 2026 at 7:35 AM
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Leelanau County is taking a bold step toward enhancing emergency response with a new Radio Replacement Project as commissioners prepare to negotiate with Motorola!

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Board gives consensus to negotiate with Motorola on radio replacement
Emergency Management Director Matt Ansorge briefed commissioners on the county’s Radio Replacement Project; commissioners gave consensus to pursue negotiations with Motorola on the system replacement.
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August 18, 2026 at 12:08 PM
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Leelanau County commissioners are at odds over transparency as they vote down motions to release an investigation into former administrator James Dyer.

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Commissioners reject motions to release attorney opinion on former administrator
Two motions to add agenda item 6H—seeking release of an investigation and legal opinion about former administrator James Dyer—failed on Aug. 11 after commissioners split on confidentiality versus transparency.
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August 18, 2026 at 12:07 PM
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With federal budget cuts forcing staffing reductions and a significant drop in vaccination rates, local health officials are urgently calling for support to maintain essential services.

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Benzie-Leelanau health official warns on vaccination rates, seeks modest local funding increase
Dan Thorell told commissioners federal cuts forced staffing reductions, slowed immunization clinics (down ~28%), and that childhood vaccination coverage remains depressed (about 61%). The health department requests a 3% increase in local appropriations to maintain services.
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August 16, 2026 at 6:05 AM
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A proposed $3.8 million public-safety radio upgrade is on the table, but how will local townships and grants help share the costs?

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Board hears plan for $2.7M<br>.2M public-safety radio upgrade; townships and grants eyed to share costs
Emergency management staff presented a plan to replace county radio infrastructure to meet state encryption requirements; the mid-range estimate is $3.8M (range $2.7M .2M). Commissioners asked staff to pursue grant, tribal and township buy-in and to return with financing options.
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August 16, 2026 at 6:04 AM
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Leelanau County commissioners took decisive actions after a secretive closed session, addressing long-standing staff concerns and approving significant next steps for the county's leadership.

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Leelanau County commissioners enter closed session over attorney-client communication, accept investigation findings and authorize talks with administrator
The Leelanau County Board of Commissioners moved into closed session July 9 under MCL 15.268(1)(h) to review attorney-client privileged communications and investigation reports. After returning to open session, the board unanimously accepted the reports and authorized county leaders to meet with Administrator James Dyer to present proposed terms.
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July 18, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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Local strawberries are in! Definite splurge, but nothing beats Michigan berries. #LeelanauCounty
June 13, 2026 at 10:26 PM
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We’ve got sleds! When the surfboards go in, the sleds come out! Fun for all! ❄️ ⛄️ 🐾

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December 10, 2025 at 11:03 PM
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M-22 shoulder resurfacing in #LeelanauCounty starts Aug. 25 www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...
Large orange road work ahead sign.
August 15, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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Lane closures, traffic regulators at M-22/Cherry Bend Road intersection next week in #LeelanauCounty for paving www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...
Orange cones along a roadway.
August 1, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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Lane closures, traffic regulators at M-22/Cherry Bend Road intersection Friday, next week in #LeelanauCounty for utility work www.michigan.gov/mdot/news-ou...
Orange cones along a highway.
June 26, 2025 at 7:32 PM