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Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 12:00 AM

Opinion

Support Wessell
Support Wessell
To the editor: County Commission Dist. 4 candidate Jim White plays loose with the facts and perpetuates misunderstandings that encourage fear of county government. 09/25/2024 04:23 PM
Growing pains surface in county
Growing pains surface in county
In the past year, Enterprise readers have come to know about controversial developments in at least two communities. The proposed expansion of the Northgate Leelanau Pines campground, was turned down twice by Centerville Township planners. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
With thanks
With thanks
To the editor: I want to sincerely thank Al Campbell for his dedication to running Kids Fishing Day. With the support of the Parks Commission, MDNR, the Grand Traverse Band, and many volunteers, Al has helped countless kids catch their first fish. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
Support for extension
Support for extension
To the editor: I live in Cleveland Township, I walk the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail often and I give money to TART Trails. I firmly support the Section 9 extension - and completion - of the trail. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
Apply for grant
Apply for grant
To the editor: I am a former Suttons Bay school bus driver. School bus runs are long and of course frequent. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
A column by Brian Freiberger
Visit South Manitou in 2025
Last week, I had the privilege of traveling to South Manitou Island with a group from the Leelanau Historical Society. This trip had been on my bucket list ever since I moved to the Leelanau Peninsula in 2021. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
Support for Bahle
Support for Bahle
To the editor: I’m urging my neighbors to re-elect Lois Bahle as our District 3 county commissioner. Lois will never attempt to overturn the will of the people by zeroing-out funding for voterapproved initiatives. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
‘Wright’ man
‘Wright’ man
To the editor: Voters of Empire Village and Township have the opportunity to elect a qualified and committed community candidate for Township Trustee, Chris Wright. He offers his background in economics, a desire to serve the public good and years of familiarity with local issues, as effective qualifications for the office of Township Trustee. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
Out of commission
Out of commission
To the editor: Over the past two years, the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners has made some baffling decisions. They paid a consultant to survey employees they don’t even manage — like deputies, clerk assistants and extension workers — who are under the control of other officials or unions. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
Support for Bahle
Support for Bahle
To the editor: I support Lois Bahle for District 3 Commissioner. Bahle advocates for affordable housing and childcare — huge challenges facing our county. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
Support for Campbell
Support for Campbell
To the editor: I’m supporting Alan Campbell for County Commissioner in District 5, covering Leland and Centerville Township. As a longtime journalist, government watchdog, and small business owner, Alan knows the importance of keeping local government in check. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM
Support Mike McMillan
Support Mike McMillan
To the editor: Vote Mike McMillan for Leelanau Township Supervisor. He has experience leading the township. 09/18/2024 05:51 PM

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