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Good Samaritans
Good Samaritans
To the editor: Last Monday evening we were almost home after a long day of traveling from Iowa when a deer came out from nowhere and we hit it (or rather it hit us). We were on M-22 south of Suttons Bay. 10/30/2024 05:31 PM
A column by Amy Hubbell
Cleaning ‘fridge’ cathartic for reporter
I did something last weekend. Tired of listening to political advertisements and stewing over election-related newspaper coverage, I went to my kitchen to accomplish a must-do — cleaning out the refrigerator. 10/30/2024 05:31 PM
New board faces challenges
New board faces challenges
Leelanau County residents voting in this cycle have choices to make. All seven county districts have contested races for commissioner. 10/30/2024 05:31 PM
No blow fall
No blow fall
To the editor: I want to promote a “NO BLOWFALL”. Fallenleaves provide a protective blanket for your gardens which will, over time, turn into mulch. 10/30/2024 05:31 PM
Tim Skubick
Slicing and dicing voting groups
When political races are TCTC — too close to call — the fascinating speculation is that anyone of a whole host of variables could determine the winner. That is where the state and country are as the long-awaited end to the dead heat battle between the former GOP president and current Democratic Vice President. 10/30/2024 05:31 PM
Support for Roberts
Support for Roberts
To the editor: Gwenne Allgaier’s tenure as County Commissioner has been marked by rising taxes and more government overreach. We need someone with realworld experience to reverse this trend. 10/23/2024 06:26 PM
A proven leader
A proven leader
To the editor: I’m supporting Mark Roberts for County Commissioner because Leelanau County needs a leader with real business experience. Mark has over 20 years of senior management experience in the pharmaceutical and medical industries, managing budgets over $20 million. 10/23/2024 06:26 PM
Demand accountability
Demand accountability
To the editor: Rick Robbins—the architect of the disastrous Finance Department separation—has cost taxpayers over $800,000. Robbins, who was ousted two years ago, is running again as a Democrat, and if he returns, it will be a disaster for Leelanau County taxpayers. 10/23/2024 06:26 PM
‘Blame … isn’t leadership’
‘Blame … isn’t leadership’
To the editor: Democrats took control of the Leelanau County Board with promises to fix the so-called mess left by Republicans, yet taxpayers are still waiting for results. Chairman Ty Wessell has had almost three years to lead and find solutions but has only delivered higher costs. 10/23/2024 06:26 PM
Zebra mussels are the top invasive species found in the Great Lakes. Stock image
Zebra mussel tops list of invasives
Researchers have revealed the Great Lakes’ 10 worst aquatic invasive species, spotlighting the plants and animals that pose the greatest threat to the region’s delicate ecosystems, fisheries and recreational waters. 10/23/2024 06:26 PM
Vote for Ross
Vote for Ross
To the editor: The Enterprise has provided a valuable service in giving space for local candidates to share their view on issues pertinent to our community. One theme that emerged is the shift from two-year to four-year terms is regarded almost universally by candidates as a positive change that will improve County governance. 10/23/2024 06:26 PM
‘Time for a change’
‘Time for a change’
To the editor: As a County Commissioner, Gwenne Allgaier has supported excessive spending and bigger government, with little regard for our tax dollars. Mark Roberts offers something different: real leadership and accountability. 10/23/2024 06:26 PM

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