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	<title>Talk of the North with Nick Rhudy</title>
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		<itunes:summary>Talk of the North with Nick Rhudy. Airs weekdays from 5 to 6 PM on 102.3, 103.3 FM and 1270 AM WMKT.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 834</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-834/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:06:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Some flood-related updates. Lawmakers are calling for an investigation into ties between Jeffrey Epstein and the Interlochen Center for the Arts. And we'll be joined by Air Force Veteran and Executive Director of the Great Lakes Space Alliance to talk about a unique event happening in the UP the next few days.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Some flood-related updates. Lawmakers are calling for an investigation into ties between Jeffrey Epstein and the Interlochen Center for the Arts. And we'll be joined by Air Force Veteran and Executive Director of the Great Lakes Space Alliance to talk about a unique event happening in the UP the next few days.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Some flood-related updates. Lawmakers are calling for an investigation into ties between Jeffrey Epstein and the Interlochen Center for the Arts. And we'll be joined by Air Force Veteran and Executive Director of the Great Lakes Space Alliance to talk about a unique event happening in the UP the next few days.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Some flood-related updates. Lawmakers are calling for an investigation into ties between Jeffrey Epstein and the Interlochen Center for the Arts. And we&#039;ll be joined by Air Force Veteran and Executive Director of the Great Lakes Space Alliance to talk ab</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:47</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 833</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-833/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-833/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:03:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Another flood-heavy news cycle! Tune in for the latest! No charges for the officers involved in the shooting death of Darnell Wilson last month. Another fire in Traverse City. And an update on the Rebecca Park case, the Bartholomews will face competency hearings next month. Nick is also joined by Republican Nominee for Secretary of State Anthony Forlini to discuss his nomination and plans for the state if elected.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Another flood-heavy news cycle! Tune in for the latest! No charges for the officers involved in the shooting death of Darnell Wilson last month. Another fire in Traverse City. And an update on the Rebecca Park case, the Bartholomews will face competency hearings next month. Nick is also joined by Republican Nominee for Secretary of State Anthony Forlini to discuss his nomination and plans for the state if elected.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Another flood-heavy news cycle! Tune in for the latest! No charges for the officers involved in the shooting death of Darnell Wilson last month. Another fire in Traverse City. And an update on the Rebecca Park case, the Bartholomews will face competency hearings next month. Nick is also joined by Republican Nominee for Secretary of State Anthony Forlini to discuss his nomination and plans for the state if elected.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Another flood-heavy news cycle! Tune in for the latest! No charges for the officers involved in the shooting death of Darnell Wilson last month. Another fire in Traverse City. And an update on the Rebecca Park case, the Bartholomews will face competency h</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 832</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-832/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:26:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tune in for more flooding updates! Cheboygan Public Schools has broken ground on renovations to an elementary school. An overnight fire in Traverse City. And a local township clerk is facing possible criminal charges if she doesn't repay what township officials call an unapproved raise]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Tune in for more flooding updates! Cheboygan Public Schools has broken ground on renovations to an elementary school. An overnight fire in Traverse City. And a local township clerk is facing possible criminal charges if she doesn't repay what township officials call an unapproved raise]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Tune in for more flooding updates! Cheboygan Public Schools has broken ground on renovations to an elementary school. An overnight fire in Traverse City. And a local township clerk is facing possible criminal charges if she doesn't repay what township officials call an unapproved raise]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Tune in for more flooding updates! Cheboygan Public Schools has broken ground on renovations to an elementary school. An overnight fire in Traverse City. And a local township clerk is facing possible criminal charges if she doesn&#039;t repay what township of</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:44</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 831</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-831/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-831/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:04:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We get you caught up on ALL of the flooding news. Property values continue to rise in Grand Traverse County, but at a slower pace. Grand Traverse County voters will be voting on a 911 surcharge. And a stabbing victim was located at a Traverse City Meijer last night.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[We get you caught up on ALL of the flooding news. Property values continue to rise in Grand Traverse County, but at a slower pace. Grand Traverse County voters will be voting on a 911 surcharge. And a stabbing victim was located at a Traverse City Meijer last night.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[We get you caught up on ALL of the flooding news. Property values continue to rise in Grand Traverse County, but at a slower pace. Grand Traverse County voters will be voting on a 911 surcharge. And a stabbing victim was located at a Traverse City Meijer last night.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>We get you caught up on ALL of the flooding news. Property values continue to rise in Grand Traverse County, but at a slower pace. Grand Traverse County voters will be voting on a 911 surcharge. And a stabbing victim was located at a Traverse City Meijer </itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:45</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 830</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-830/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-830/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:05:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have all of the latest news and interviews you need to know and hear regarding flooding in northern Michigan.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[We have all of the latest news and interviews you need to know and hear regarding flooding in northern Michigan.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[We have all of the latest news and interviews you need to know and hear regarding flooding in northern Michigan.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>We have all of the latest news and interviews you need to know and hear regarding flooding in northern Michigan.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 829</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-829/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-829/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:13:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Petoskey City Council has tabled discussions regarding upgrades to the Winter Sports Park. Not everyone is on board with all of the proposed TIFs in Grand Traverse County. And gas prices remain high in Michigan.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Petoskey City Council has tabled discussions regarding upgrades to the Winter Sports Park. Not everyone is on board with all of the proposed TIFs in Grand Traverse County. And gas prices remain high in Michigan.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The Petoskey City Council has tabled discussions regarding upgrades to the Winter Sports Park. Not everyone is on board with all of the proposed TIFs in Grand Traverse County. And gas prices remain high in Michigan.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The Petoskey City Council has tabled discussions regarding upgrades to the Winter Sports Park. Not everyone is on board with all of the proposed TIFs in Grand Traverse County. And gas prices remain high in Michigan.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:44</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 828</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-828/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-828/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:08:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75314</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Rain and snowmelt are causing serious concerns for several communities with rivers and dams across northern Michigan. Heads up: Road work is coming to Traverse City on Monday. And a Michigan AI startup wants to make running for local office easier for you.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Rain and snowmelt are causing serious concerns for several communities with rivers and dams across northern Michigan. Heads up: Road work is coming to Traverse City on Monday. And a Michigan AI startup wants to make running for local office easier for you.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Rain and snowmelt are causing serious concerns for several communities with rivers and dams across northern Michigan. Heads up: Road work is coming to Traverse City on Monday. And a Michigan AI startup wants to make running for local office easier for you.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Rain and snowmelt are causing serious concerns for several communities with rivers and dams across northern Michigan. Heads up: Road work is coming to Traverse City on Monday. And a Michigan AI startup wants to make running for local office easier for you</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 827</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-827/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-827/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:04:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75303</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Mackinac Island's loss could be St Ignace's economic gain! Major road work begins in East Bay Township on Monday. And Nick is joined by consultant and political commentator Dennis Lennox to discuss why he thinks Perry Johnson's ability to self-fund gives him the edge over all other GOP gubernatorial hopefuls.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Mackinac Island's loss could be St Ignace's economic gain! Major road work begins in East Bay Township on Monday. And Nick is joined by consultant and political commentator Dennis Lennox to discuss why he thinks Perry Johnson's ability to self-fund gives him the edge over all other GOP gubernatorial hopefuls.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Mackinac Island's loss could be St Ignace's economic gain! Major road work begins in East Bay Township on Monday. And Nick is joined by consultant and political commentator Dennis Lennox to discuss why he thinks Perry Johnson's ability to self-fund gives him the edge over all other GOP gubernatorial hopefuls.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Mackinac Island&#039;s loss could be St Ignace&#039;s economic gain! Major road work begins in East Bay Township on Monday. And Nick is joined by consultant and political commentator Dennis Lennox to discuss why he thinks Perry Johnson&#039;s ability to self-fund giv</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 826</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-826/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:07:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Logan's Landing in Traverse City could be getting a second shot at life. A beloved dock in Suttons Bay may have been irreparably damaged. And we're joined by Ian Murphy, the owner of the Iron Pig Smokehouse in Gaylord, to discuss his new foundation's fight against data centers.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Logan's Landing in Traverse City could be getting a second shot at life. A beloved dock in Suttons Bay may have been irreparably damaged. And we're joined by Ian Murphy, the owner of the Iron Pig Smokehouse in Gaylord, to discuss his new foundation's fight against data centers.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:summary>Logan&#039;s Landing in Traverse City could be getting a second shot at life. A beloved dock in Suttons Bay may have been irreparably damaged. And we&#039;re joined by Ian Murphy, the owner of the Iron Pig Smokehouse in Gaylord, to discuss his new foundation&#039;s f</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 825</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-825/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:09:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75276</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[It has been a historic season for the Mackinac Bridge. If you're a Consumers Energy Customer, your bill could go up twice within the next 12 months. And we'll be joined by State Representative Mike Harris (R Waterford) to discuss the newly formed Law Enforcement Caucus in the Michigan House.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[It has been a historic season for the Mackinac Bridge. If you're a Consumers Energy Customer, your bill could go up twice within the next 12 months. And we'll be joined by State Representative Mike Harris (R Waterford) to discuss the newly formed Law Enforcement Caucus in the Michigan House.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[It has been a historic season for the Mackinac Bridge. If you're a Consumers Energy Customer, your bill could go up twice within the next 12 months. And we'll be joined by State Representative Mike Harris (R Waterford) to discuss the newly formed Law Enforcement Caucus in the Michigan House.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>It has been a historic season for the Mackinac Bridge. If you&#039;re a Consumers Energy Customer, your bill could go up twice within the next 12 months. And we&#039;ll be joined by State Representative Mike Harris (R Waterford) to discuss the newly formed Law En</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 824</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-824/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:06:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75264</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[An update on two deaths in Antrim County from last week. Traverse City Commissioners have a busy meeting tonight; we review the agenda. The City of Cheboygan is getting ready to remove trees from public rights of way, which will impact traffic.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[An update on two deaths in Antrim County from last week. Traverse City Commissioners have a busy meeting tonight; we review the agenda. The City of Cheboygan is getting ready to remove trees from public rights of way, which will impact traffic.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[An update on two deaths in Antrim County from last week. Traverse City Commissioners have a busy meeting tonight; we review the agenda. The City of Cheboygan is getting ready to remove trees from public rights of way, which will impact traffic.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>An update on two deaths in Antrim County from last week. Traverse City Commissioners have a busy meeting tonight; we review the agenda. The City of Cheboygan is getting ready to remove trees from public rights of way, which will impact traffic.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 823</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-823/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:05:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75251</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[St Ignace authorities are asking for more information about a recent hit-and-run. A new sinkhole has formed in Cadillac. And the Opera House in Traverse City could be getting a new roof.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[St Ignace authorities are asking for more information about a recent hit-and-run. A new sinkhole has formed in Cadillac. And the Opera House in Traverse City could be getting a new roof.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[St Ignace authorities are asking for more information about a recent hit-and-run. A new sinkhole has formed in Cadillac. And the Opera House in Traverse City could be getting a new roof.]]></googleplay:description>
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		<itunes:duration>00:54:21</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 822</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-822/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:04:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75239</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Road work is ramping up in northern Michigan. A proposed solar project in Cheboygan County has been paused following a recent court ruling. An investigation into a pair of deaths is underway in Antrim County.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Road work is ramping up in northern Michigan. A proposed solar project in Cheboygan County has been paused following a recent court ruling. An investigation into a pair of deaths is underway in Antrim County.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Road work is ramping up in northern Michigan. A proposed solar project in Cheboygan County has been paused following a recent court ruling. An investigation into a pair of deaths is underway in Antrim County.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Road work is ramping up in northern Michigan. A proposed solar project in Cheboygan County has been paused following a recent court ruling. An investigation into a pair of deaths is underway in Antrim County.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 821</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-821/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 22:10:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75227</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Harbor Springs officially has their new City Manager. A local historic building's roof caved in. And we have our first Featuring a Farmer interview with Royal Farms, brought to you by Ellsworth Farmers Exchange.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Harbor Springs officially has their new City Manager. A local historic building's roof caved in. And we have our first Featuring a Farmer interview with Royal Farms, brought to you by Ellsworth Farmers Exchange.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Harbor Springs officially has their new City Manager. A local historic building's roof caved in. And we have our first Featuring a Farmer interview with Royal Farms, brought to you by Ellsworth Farmers Exchange.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Harbor Springs officially has their new City Manager. A local historic building&#039;s roof caved in. And we have our first Featuring a Farmer interview with Royal Farms, brought to you by Ellsworth Farmers Exchange.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:51</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Featuring a Farmer: Royal Farms</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/featuring-a-farmer-royal-farms/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:19:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nick is joined by Pat McGuire, the owner of Royal Farms, to talk about his farm, what makes it unique, and how it impacts the community. Also a part of the conversation were Christian Tollini of Ellsworth Farmers Exchange and Charlie Gumm of Legend Seeds.  This conversation was brought to you by Ellsworth Farmers  Exchange, a proud Legend Seeds Dealer in Atwood, Alanson, Mancelona, and Ellsworth.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Nick is joined by Pat McGuire, the owner of Royal Farms, to talk about his farm, what makes it unique, and how it impacts the community. Also a part of the conversation were Christian Tollini of Ellsworth Farmers Exchange and Charlie Gumm of Legend Seeds.  This conversation was brought to you by Ellsworth Farmers  Exchange, a proud Legend Seeds Dealer in Atwood, Alanson, Mancelona, and Ellsworth.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Nick is joined by Pat McGuire, the owner of Royal Farms, to talk about his farm, what makes it unique, and how it impacts the community. Also a part of the conversation were Christian Tollini of Ellsworth Farmers Exchange and Charlie Gumm of Legend Seeds.  This conversation was brought to you by Ellsworth Farmers  Exchange, a proud Legend Seeds Dealer in Atwood, Alanson, Mancelona, and Ellsworth.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Nick is joined by Pat McGuire, the owner of Royal Farms, to talk about his farm, what makes it unique, and how it impacts the community. Also a part of the conversation were Christian Tollini of Ellsworth Farmers Exchange and Charlie Gumm of Legend Seeds.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 820</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-820/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 22:05:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75201</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[An update on the shooting that took place this weekend: a charge has been filed, and those involved have been identified. Another challenge to the state's increased marijuana tax. And the Bergmann Center is closing its retail store.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[An update on the shooting that took place this weekend: a charge has been filed, and those involved have been identified. Another challenge to the state's increased marijuana tax. And the Bergmann Center is closing its retail store.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[An update on the shooting that took place this weekend: a charge has been filed, and those involved have been identified. Another challenge to the state's increased marijuana tax. And the Bergmann Center is closing its retail store.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>An update on the shooting that took place this weekend: a charge has been filed, and those involved have been identified. Another challenge to the state&#039;s increased marijuana tax. And the Bergmann Center is closing its retail store.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 819</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-819/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 22:06:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75185</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A Texas man was arrested for the most Texas-type of crime on the Mackinac Bridge. State Representative Parker Fairbairn issued us a statement regarding concerns about local utilities planning to continue to collect extra payments due to the ice storm, even as funds are pending from FEMA.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A Texas man was arrested for the most Texas-type of crime on the Mackinac Bridge. State Representative Parker Fairbairn issued us a statement regarding concerns about local utilities planning to continue to collect extra payments due to the ice storm, even as funds are pending from FEMA.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A Texas man was arrested for the most Texas-type of crime on the Mackinac Bridge. State Representative Parker Fairbairn issued us a statement regarding concerns about local utilities planning to continue to collect extra payments due to the ice storm, even as funds are pending from FEMA.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A Texas man was arrested for the most Texas-type of crime on the Mackinac Bridge. State Representative Parker Fairbairn issued us a statement regarding concerns about local utilities planning to continue to collect extra payments due to the ice storm, eve</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:47</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 818</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-818/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-818/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 22:06:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75168</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[At least one local utility has said it will accept newly approved FEMA funding without lowering rates. Gaylord Council Member Robert Wilson HAS been charged with accosting a minor after a YouTube sting. And Munson nurses are planning to practice a strike.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[At least one local utility has said it will accept newly approved FEMA funding without lowering rates. Gaylord Council Member Robert Wilson HAS been charged with accosting a minor after a YouTube sting. And Munson nurses are planning to practice a strike.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[At least one local utility has said it will accept newly approved FEMA funding without lowering rates. Gaylord Council Member Robert Wilson HAS been charged with accosting a minor after a YouTube sting. And Munson nurses are planning to practice a strike.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>At least one local utility has said it will accept newly approved FEMA funding without lowering rates. Gaylord Council Member Robert Wilson HAS been charged with accosting a minor after a YouTube sting. And Munson nurses are planning to practice a strike.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:43</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 817</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-817/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-817/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 22:12:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75155</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The City of Cadillac is considering using new technology to tackle its PFAS problem. The major political parties are gearing up to nominate their secretary of state and attorney general candidates. And Benzie County is moving forward with a new road commission facility.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The City of Cadillac is considering using new technology to tackle its PFAS problem. The major political parties are gearing up to nominate their secretary of state and attorney general candidates. And Benzie County is moving forward with a new road commission facility.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The City of Cadillac is considering using new technology to tackle its PFAS problem. The major political parties are gearing up to nominate their secretary of state and attorney general candidates. And Benzie County is moving forward with a new road commission facility.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The City of Cadillac is considering using new technology to tackle its PFAS problem. The major political parties are gearing up to nominate their secretary of state and attorney general candidates. And Benzie County is moving forward with a new road commi</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:46</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 816</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-816/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-816/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:04:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75145</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The City of Gaylord has launched a review of Commissioner Robert Wilson's alleged actions to determine if he should be removed from the council. And while Leelanau County has appointed a new Drain Commissioner, a former employee has accused the County Administrator of physical intimidation and negligence of administrative duties.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The City of Gaylord has launched a review of Commissioner Robert Wilson's alleged actions to determine if he should be removed from the council. And while Leelanau County has appointed a new Drain Commissioner, a former employee has accused the County Administrator of physical intimidation and negligence of administrative duties.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The City of Gaylord has launched a review of Commissioner Robert Wilson's alleged actions to determine if he should be removed from the council. And while Leelanau County has appointed a new Drain Commissioner, a former employee has accused the County Administrator of physical intimidation and negligence of administrative duties.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The City of Gaylord has launched a review of Commissioner Robert Wilson&#039;s alleged actions to determine if he should be removed from the council. And while Leelanau County has appointed a new Drain Commissioner, a former employee has accused the County Ad</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:44</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 815</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-815/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-815/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:03:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75134</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Ice breaking begins near the Straits of Mackinac. Munson nurses in Traverse City continue to work without a new contract. And what's that smell? Traverse City is set to conduct an odor test for its wastewater treatment plant. And Nick is joined by State Representative Cam Cavitt (R Cheboygan) to discuss his recent bill to regulate transportation to “troubled teen” residential treatment programs.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Ice breaking begins near the Straits of Mackinac. Munson nurses in Traverse City continue to work without a new contract. And what's that smell? Traverse City is set to conduct an odor test for its wastewater treatment plant. And Nick is joined by State Representative Cam Cavitt (R Cheboygan) to discuss his recent bill to regulate transportation to “troubled teen” residential treatment programs.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Ice breaking begins near the Straits of Mackinac. Munson nurses in Traverse City continue to work without a new contract. And what's that smell? Traverse City is set to conduct an odor test for its wastewater treatment plant. And Nick is joined by State Representative Cam Cavitt (R Cheboygan) to discuss his recent bill to regulate transportation to “troubled teen” residential treatment programs.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Ice breaking begins near the Straits of Mackinac. Munson nurses in Traverse City continue to work without a new contract. And what&#039;s that smell? Traverse City is set to conduct an odor test for its wastewater treatment plant. And Nick is joined by State </itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:46</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 814</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-814/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-814/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 22:06:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75122</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Harbor Springs is honing in on a new city manager. What is and isn't a service animal? The state government might be getting involved to set the record straight. And Leelanau County is set to interview candidates for its open drain commission seat.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Harbor Springs is honing in on a new city manager. What is and isn't a service animal? The state government might be getting involved to set the record straight. And Leelanau County is set to interview candidates for its open drain commission seat.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Harbor Springs is honing in on a new city manager. What is and isn't a service animal? The state government might be getting involved to set the record straight. And Leelanau County is set to interview candidates for its open drain commission seat.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Harbor Springs is honing in on a new city manager. What is and isn&#039;t a service animal? The state government might be getting involved to set the record straight. And Leelanau County is set to interview candidates for its open drain commission seat.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:45</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 813</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-813/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-813/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 22:05:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75110</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A Boyne City City Commissioner has resigned over budget disputes. An update in the Rebecca Park case. And stay alert because, according to MDOT, it has been one of the worst years for potholes in recent history]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A Boyne City City Commissioner has resigned over budget disputes. An update in the Rebecca Park case. And stay alert because, according to MDOT, it has been one of the worst years for potholes in recent history]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A Boyne City City Commissioner has resigned over budget disputes. An update in the Rebecca Park case. And stay alert because, according to MDOT, it has been one of the worst years for potholes in recent history]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A Boyne City City Commissioner has resigned over budget disputes. An update in the Rebecca Park case. And stay alert because, according to MDOT, it has been one of the worst years for potholes in recent history</itunes:summary>
		<googleplay:image href="https://dehayf5mhw1h7.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/2261/2024/01/10231440/Talk-of-the-North-Logo-2k-200x200148622-1-150x150141403-1887326725395947651379049294581158291102896187833394712435880911317924311843977481076852338127153222788983482325840.png" />
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:39</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 812</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-812/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-812/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 22:04:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75100</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Stay away from Lake Mitchell due to possible sewage overflows. A popular mountain biking trail system is set to expand. And Mackinac Island is getting tough on regulating ferry rates, threatening Hoffman Marine with fines.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Stay away from Lake Mitchell due to possible sewage overflows. A popular mountain biking trail system is set to expand. And Mackinac Island is getting tough on regulating ferry rates, threatening Hoffman Marine with fines.]]></content:encoded>
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	<media:title type="plain">talk-of-the-north-logo</media:title>
				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Stay away from Lake Mitchell due to possible sewage overflows. A popular mountain biking trail system is set to expand. And Mackinac Island is getting tough on regulating ferry rates, threatening Hoffman Marine with fines.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Stay away from Lake Mitchell due to possible sewage overflows. A popular mountain biking trail system is set to expand. And Mackinac Island is getting tough on regulating ferry rates, threatening Hoffman Marine with fines.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:43</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 811</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-811/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:04:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75089</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A proposed amendment to the Michigan Constitution would require a supermajority on bills passed in lame duck sessions. A local lawmaker aims to stop the use of restraints and late-night pickups when transporting teens to out-of-state treatment programs. And an update on Leland Lighthouse.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A proposed amendment to the Michigan Constitution would require a supermajority on bills passed in lame duck sessions. A local lawmaker aims to stop the use of restraints and late-night pickups when transporting teens to out-of-state treatment programs. And an update on Leland Lighthouse.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A proposed amendment to the Michigan Constitution would require a supermajority on bills passed in lame duck sessions. A local lawmaker aims to stop the use of restraints and late-night pickups when transporting teens to out-of-state treatment programs. And an update on Leland Lighthouse.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A proposed amendment to the Michigan Constitution would require a supermajority on bills passed in lame duck sessions. A local lawmaker aims to stop the use of restraints and late-night pickups when transporting teens to out-of-state treatment programs. A</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:46</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 810</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-810/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-810/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 22:04:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75079</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The man shot and killed by Traverse City Police has been identified. Grand Traverse County officials are part of a growing debate over vigilante anti child predator groups. And we speak with State Representative Dave Prestin about the House Republicans' new energy plan called Project Lighthouse.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The man shot and killed by Traverse City Police has been identified. Grand Traverse County officials are part of a growing debate over vigilante anti child predator groups. And we speak with State Representative Dave Prestin about the House Republicans' new energy plan called Project Lighthouse.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
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	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The man shot and killed by Traverse City Police has been identified. Grand Traverse County officials are part of a growing debate over vigilante anti child predator groups. And we speak with State Representative Dave Prestin about the House Republicans' new energy plan called Project Lighthouse.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The man shot and killed by Traverse City Police has been identified. Grand Traverse County officials are part of a growing debate over vigilante anti child predator groups. And we speak with State Representative Dave Prestin about the House Republicans&#039; </itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:43</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 809</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-809/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:50:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75054</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[We survived the Great Blizzard of  '26! An icy rescue off the coast of Mackinac Island in the middle of the blizzard. An appeals court has overruled a lower court, saying Mackinac Island CAN regulate ferry rates when there is no competition. And an officer-involved shooting in Traverse City.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[We survived the Great Blizzard of  '26! An icy rescue off the coast of Mackinac Island in the middle of the blizzard. An appeals court has overruled a lower court, saying Mackinac Island CAN regulate ferry rates when there is no competition. And an officer-involved shooting in Traverse City.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[We survived the Great Blizzard of  '26! An icy rescue off the coast of Mackinac Island in the middle of the blizzard. An appeals court has overruled a lower court, saying Mackinac Island CAN regulate ferry rates when there is no competition. And an officer-involved shooting in Traverse City.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>We survived the Great Blizzard of  &#039;26! An icy rescue off the coast of Mackinac Island in the middle of the blizzard. An appeals court has overruled a lower court, saying Mackinac Island CAN regulate ferry rates when there is no competition. And an offi</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 808</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-808/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-808/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:04:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75043</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Leelanau County's Drain Commissioner has resigned. Michigan lawmakers are debating how much childhood independence is too much and if laws need to be changed. And more details on the recently announced FEMA funding for last year's Ice Storm.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Leelanau County's Drain Commissioner has resigned. Michigan lawmakers are debating how much childhood independence is too much and if laws need to be changed. And more details on the recently announced FEMA funding for last year's Ice Storm.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Leelanau County's Drain Commissioner has resigned. Michigan lawmakers are debating how much childhood independence is too much and if laws need to be changed. And more details on the recently announced FEMA funding for last year's Ice Storm.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Leelanau County&#039;s Drain Commissioner has resigned. Michigan lawmakers are debating how much childhood independence is too much and if laws need to be changed. And more details on the recently announced FEMA funding for last year&#039;s Ice Storm.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:45</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 807</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-807/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 22:04:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75033</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[An incident involving AI has gripped Traverse City Central High School. The State Board of Education rejected a resolution that would have forced school districts to notify parents of their child's gender transition. And we're joined by Brenden Boudreau of Great Lakes Gun Rights to talk Constitutional Carry and Red Flag laws.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[An incident involving AI has gripped Traverse City Central High School. The State Board of Education rejected a resolution that would have forced school districts to notify parents of their child's gender transition. And we're joined by Brenden Boudreau of Great Lakes Gun Rights to talk Constitutional Carry and Red Flag laws.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[An incident involving AI has gripped Traverse City Central High School. The State Board of Education rejected a resolution that would have forced school districts to notify parents of their child's gender transition. And we're joined by Brenden Boudreau of Great Lakes Gun Rights to talk Constitutional Carry and Red Flag laws.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>An incident involving AI has gripped Traverse City Central High School. The State Board of Education rejected a resolution that would have forced school districts to notify parents of their child&#039;s gender transition. And we&#039;re joined by Brenden Boudreau</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:46</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 806</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-806/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:04:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75021</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Traverse City is considering extending parking meter hours and increasing fees. More FEMA funding has been secured for ice storm relief; we talked with State Representative Parker Fairbairn about that. And Northport officials are taking a closer look at a proposed housing project.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Traverse City is considering extending parking meter hours and increasing fees. More FEMA funding has been secured for ice storm relief; we talked with State Representative Parker Fairbairn about that. And Northport officials are taking a closer look at a proposed housing project.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Traverse City is considering extending parking meter hours and increasing fees. More FEMA funding has been secured for ice storm relief; we talked with State Representative Parker Fairbairn about that. And Northport officials are taking a closer look at a proposed housing project.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Traverse City is considering extending parking meter hours and increasing fees. More FEMA funding has been secured for ice storm relief; we talked with State Representative Parker Fairbairn about that. And Northport officials are taking a closer look at a</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:42</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 805</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-805/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-805/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:04:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=75007</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The man arrested on Bois Blanc Island last night has been identified. The Petoskey City Council has tabled discussion over a possible settlement regarding the Miracle Mile on the Little Traverse Wheelway. And we will be joined by State Representative Jason Woolford to discuss waste, fraud, and abuse in the Michigan Food Stamp system.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The man arrested on Bois Blanc Island last night has been identified. The Petoskey City Council has tabled discussion over a possible settlement regarding the Miracle Mile on the Little Traverse Wheelway. And we will be joined by State Representative Jason Woolford to discuss waste, fraud, and abuse in the Michigan Food Stamp system.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The man arrested on Bois Blanc Island last night has been identified. The Petoskey City Council has tabled discussion over a possible settlement regarding the Miracle Mile on the Little Traverse Wheelway. And we will be joined by State Representative Jason Woolford to discuss waste, fraud, and abuse in the Michigan Food Stamp system.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The man arrested on Bois Blanc Island last night has been identified. The Petoskey City Council has tabled discussion over a possible settlement regarding the Miracle Mile on the Little Traverse Wheelway. And we will be joined by State Representative Jaso</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:46</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 804</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-804/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 22:03:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74993</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Gas prices are ballooning everywhere, especially here in northern Michigan. Resort Township appointed a new Supervisor following a resignation. And a significant construction project is going to be carried out by MDOT in Cheboygan soon.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Gas prices are ballooning everywhere, especially here in northern Michigan. Resort Township appointed a new Supervisor following a resignation. And a significant construction project is going to be carried out by MDOT in Cheboygan soon.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Gas prices are ballooning everywhere, especially here in northern Michigan. Resort Township appointed a new Supervisor following a resignation. And a significant construction project is going to be carried out by MDOT in Cheboygan soon.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Gas prices are ballooning everywhere, especially here in northern Michigan. Resort Township appointed a new Supervisor following a resignation. And a significant construction project is going to be carried out by MDOT in Cheboygan soon.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:45</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 803</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-803/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 23:08:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74982</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Banks Township votes to keep its current zoning rules after months of debate. A pair of Democratic lawmakers have proposed a constitutional amendment to elect Michigan Public Service Commission members instead of the governor appointing them. Nick is joined by Speaker of the House Matt Hall to discuss the House’s spending plan for Selfridge Air National Guard Base, his proposal to eliminate property taxes, and his plan to fix the health care system.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Banks Township votes to keep its current zoning rules after months of debate. A pair of Democratic lawmakers have proposed a constitutional amendment to elect Michigan Public Service Commission members instead of the governor appointing them. Nick is joined by Speaker of the House Matt Hall to discuss the House’s spending plan for Selfridge Air National Guard Base, his proposal to eliminate property taxes, and his plan to fix the health care system.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
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	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Banks Township votes to keep its current zoning rules after months of debate. A pair of Democratic lawmakers have proposed a constitutional amendment to elect Michigan Public Service Commission members instead of the governor appointing them. Nick is joined by Speaker of the House Matt Hall to discuss the House’s spending plan for Selfridge Air National Guard Base, his proposal to eliminate property taxes, and his plan to fix the health care system.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Banks Township votes to keep its current zoning rules after months of debate. A pair of Democratic lawmakers have proposed a constitutional amendment to elect Michigan Public Service Commission members instead of the governor appointing them. Nick is join</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:40</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 802</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-802/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:02:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74970</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Charlevoix is getting new traffic signals to boost safety. The husband of Traverse City's Deputy City Manager passed away this week in a freak accident. And state lawmakers propose a lifetime hunting and fishing license for disabled veterans. Nick is joined by Larry Behrens, spokesman for Power The Future, to discuss how domestic oil and natural gas production is at an all-time high and what else can be done to drive down gas prices. They also discuss the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and the newly formed Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Charlevoix is getting new traffic signals to boost safety. The husband of Traverse City's Deputy City Manager passed away this week in a freak accident. And state lawmakers propose a lifetime hunting and fishing license for disabled veterans. Nick is joined by Larry Behrens, spokesman for Power The Future, to discuss how domestic oil and natural gas production is at an all-time high and what else can be done to drive down gas prices. They also discuss the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and the newly formed Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve.]]></content:encoded>
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	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Charlevoix is getting new traffic signals to boost safety. The husband of Traverse City's Deputy City Manager passed away this week in a freak accident. And state lawmakers propose a lifetime hunting and fishing license for disabled veterans. Nick is joined by Larry Behrens, spokesman for Power The Future, to discuss how domestic oil and natural gas production is at an all-time high and what else can be done to drive down gas prices. They also discuss the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and the newly formed Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Charlevoix is getting new traffic signals to boost safety. The husband of Traverse City&#039;s Deputy City Manager passed away this week in a freak accident. And state lawmakers propose a lifetime hunting and fishing license for disabled veterans. Nick is joi</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:46</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 801</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-801/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-801/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:05:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74958</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A Cheboygan school board member has been disciplined for social media posts. Cadillac has a new manager for its farmers' market. Discussion over proposals for two Traverse City-owned properties has been delayed due to a city employee's family emergency. Nick is also joined by Wid Lyman, a reporter with Border Hawk News, to discuss the status of ICE operations around the country, the state of the southern border, and the cartel war in Mexico.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A Cheboygan school board member has been disciplined for social media posts. Cadillac has a new manager for its farmers' market. Discussion over proposals for two Traverse City-owned properties has been delayed due to a city employee's family emergency. Nick is also joined by Wid Lyman, a reporter with Border Hawk News, to discuss the status of ICE operations around the country, the state of the southern border, and the cartel war in Mexico.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A Cheboygan school board member has been disciplined for social media posts. Cadillac has a new manager for its farmers' market. Discussion over proposals for two Traverse City-owned properties has been delayed due to a city employee's family emergency. Nick is also joined by Wid Lyman, a reporter with Border Hawk News, to discuss the status of ICE operations around the country, the state of the southern border, and the cartel war in Mexico.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A Cheboygan school board member has been disciplined for social media posts. Cadillac has a new manager for its farmers&#039; market. Discussion over proposals for two Traverse City-owned properties has been delayed due to a city employee&#039;s family emergency.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:44</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 800</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-800/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-800/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 23:05:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74946</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A boil water advisory for portions of Central Lake. Traverse City has received two proposals for the future of the Bijou by the Bay. And an update on a couple of projects at Traverse City State Park.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A boil water advisory for portions of Central Lake. Traverse City has received two proposals for the future of the Bijou by the Bay. And an update on a couple of projects at Traverse City State Park.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
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	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A boil water advisory for portions of Central Lake. Traverse City has received two proposals for the future of the Bijou by the Bay. And an update on a couple of projects at Traverse City State Park.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A boil water advisory for portions of Central Lake. Traverse City has received two proposals for the future of the Bijou by the Bay. And an update on a couple of projects at Traverse City State Park.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 799</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-799/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-799/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:04:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74934</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A local Health Department has fined a child-run lemonade stand. A new coyote management season started today. And Traverse City is considering a land transfer to help with a housing project.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A local Health Department has fined a child-run lemonade stand. A new coyote management season started today. And Traverse City is considering a land transfer to help with a housing project.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A local Health Department has fined a child-run lemonade stand. A new coyote management season started today. And Traverse City is considering a land transfer to help with a housing project.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A local Health Department has fined a child-run lemonade stand. A new coyote management season started today. And Traverse City is considering a land transfer to help with a housing project.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:44</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 798</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-798/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-798/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:05:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74922</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A bipartisan bill package in the House would place a moratorium on data centers across Michigan. Cadillac is looking to make way for hundreds of new housing units. And new legislation would repeal the state's new wholesale marijuana tax.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A bipartisan bill package in the House would place a moratorium on data centers across Michigan. Cadillac is looking to make way for hundreds of new housing units. And new legislation would repeal the state's new wholesale marijuana tax.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A bipartisan bill package in the House would place a moratorium on data centers across Michigan. Cadillac is looking to make way for hundreds of new housing units. And new legislation would repeal the state's new wholesale marijuana tax.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A bipartisan bill package in the House would place a moratorium on data centers across Michigan. Cadillac is looking to make way for hundreds of new housing units. And new legislation would repeal the state&#039;s new wholesale marijuana tax.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:34</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 797</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-797/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-797/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:07:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74911</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Cadillac is soon to undergo zoning changes. A competancy trail is scheduled for a person accused of a Traverse City shooting death. And we're joined by Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment, who has a warning for the Trump Administration regarding the proposed 10% cap on annual credit card interest rates.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Cadillac is soon to undergo zoning changes. A competancy trail is scheduled for a person accused of a Traverse City shooting death. And we're joined by Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment, who has a warning for the Trump Administration regarding the proposed 10% cap on annual credit card interest rates.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
   <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Cadillac is soon to undergo zoning changes. A competancy trail is scheduled for a person accused of a Traverse City shooting death. And we're joined by Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment, who has a warning for the Trump Administration regarding the proposed 10% cap on annual credit card interest rates.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Cadillac is soon to undergo zoning changes. A competancy trail is scheduled for a person accused of a Traverse City shooting death. And we&#039;re joined by Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment, who has a warning for the Trump Administration regardin</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:45</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 796</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-796/</link>
		<comments>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-796/#respond</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:43:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74899</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A Bear Lake woman has been charged with embezzlement. We saw above-average ice coverage on the Great Lakes this year. And we are joined by Dennis Lennox to discuss the State of the Union and several Michigan elections.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A Bear Lake woman has been charged with embezzlement. We saw above-average ice coverage on the Great Lakes this year. And we are joined by Dennis Lennox to discuss the State of the Union and several Michigan elections.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
	<itunes:author>WKHQ</itunes:author>
	<itunes:season>5</itunes:season>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A Bear Lake woman has been charged with embezzlement. We saw above-average ice coverage on the Great Lakes this year. And we are joined by Dennis Lennox to discuss the State of the Union and several Michigan elections.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A Bear Lake woman has been charged with embezzlement. We saw above-average ice coverage on the Great Lakes this year. And we are joined by Dennis Lennox to discuss the State of the Union and several Michigan elections.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:52:52</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 795</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-795/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 23:05:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74887</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A Cheboygan school board member is under fire for social media posts and published articles. An update on the Petoskey Winter Sports Park expansion. And we're joined by State Representative John Roth to preview tomorrow's State of the State address by the Governor.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A Cheboygan school board member is under fire for social media posts and published articles. An update on the Petoskey Winter Sports Park expansion. And we're joined by State Representative John Roth to preview tomorrow's State of the State address by the Governor.]]></content:encoded>
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				<googleplay:author>WKHQ</googleplay:author>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A Cheboygan school board member is under fire for social media posts and published articles. An update on the Petoskey Winter Sports Park expansion. And we're joined by State Representative John Roth to preview tomorrow's State of the State address by the Governor.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A Cheboygan school board member is under fire for social media posts and published articles. An update on the Petoskey Winter Sports Park expansion. And we&#039;re joined by State Representative John Roth to preview tomorrow&#039;s State of the State address by t</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:53:46</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 794</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/ep-794/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 23:10:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74873</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A large fire at Lake Ann Farm that started last night and carried into this morning. The remains of a missing woman may have been found.. And the legal battle between Peninsula Township and the local wineries takes a turn.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A large fire at Lake Ann Farm that started last night and carried into this morning. The remains of a missing woman may have been found.. And the legal battle between Peninsula Township and the local wineries takes a turn.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A large fire at Lake Ann Farm that started last night and carried into this morning. The remains of a missing woman may have been found.. And the legal battle between Peninsula Township and the local wineries takes a turn.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A large fire at Lake Ann Farm that started last night and carried into this morning. The remains of a missing woman may have been found.. And the legal battle between Peninsula Township and the local wineries takes a turn.</itunes:summary>
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		<itunes:duration>00:59:59</itunes:duration>
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		<title>Episode 793</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-793/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:09:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74861</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A devastating house fire yesterday claimed the lives of a dozen pets. East Bay Township is one step closer to approving a new tax increment financing district. And MDOT is coming to Charlevoix to address traffic and pedestrian concerns.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A devastating house fire yesterday claimed the lives of a dozen pets. East Bay Township is one step closer to approving a new tax increment financing district. And MDOT is coming to Charlevoix to address traffic and pedestrian concerns.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A devastating house fire yesterday claimed the lives of a dozen pets. East Bay Township is one step closer to approving a new tax increment financing district. And MDOT is coming to Charlevoix to address traffic and pedestrian concerns.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A devastating house fire yesterday claimed the lives of a dozen pets. East Bay Township is one step closer to approving a new tax increment financing district. And MDOT is coming to Charlevoix to address traffic and pedestrian concerns.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 792</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-792/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 23:03:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Leland Township Planning Commission has kicked the can down the road in the debate over Leland Lighthouse. Grand Traverse County approved a couple of major projects. And a train and vehicle accident in Petoskey.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Leland Township Planning Commission has kicked the can down the road in the debate over Leland Lighthouse. Grand Traverse County approved a couple of major projects. And a train and vehicle accident in Petoskey.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[The Leland Township Planning Commission has kicked the can down the road in the debate over Leland Lighthouse. Grand Traverse County approved a couple of major projects. And a train and vehicle accident in Petoskey.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>The Leland Township Planning Commission has kicked the can down the road in the debate over Leland Lighthouse. Grand Traverse County approved a couple of major projects. And a train and vehicle accident in Petoskey.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 791</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-791/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:05:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A decision seems likely tonight on a special land use permit for Leland Lighthouse at tonight's Leland Township Planning Commission Meeting. Manton is delaying possible improvements to its water system. And we have two cases of people being arrested for impersonating law enforcement.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A decision seems likely tonight on a special land use permit for Leland Lighthouse at tonight's Leland Township Planning Commission Meeting. Manton is delaying possible improvements to its water system. And we have two cases of people being arrested for impersonating law enforcement.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A decision seems likely tonight on a special land use permit for Leland Lighthouse at tonight's Leland Township Planning Commission Meeting. Manton is delaying possible improvements to its water system. And we have two cases of people being arrested for impersonating law enforcement.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A decision seems likely tonight on a special land use permit for Leland Lighthouse at tonight&#039;s Leland Township Planning Commission Meeting. Manton is delaying possible improvements to its water system. And we have two cases of people being arrested for </itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 790</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-790/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 23:05:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74828</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A ship that sank 150 years ago has been found in one of the Great Lakes. Boyne City has moved to restrict short-term rentals. And with that winter storm warning for early tomorrow, many area schools are already beyond their snow day limit or butting up against it.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A ship that sank 150 years ago has been found in one of the Great Lakes. Boyne City has moved to restrict short-term rentals. And with that winter storm warning for early tomorrow, many area schools are already beyond their snow day limit or butting up against it.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A ship that sank 150 years ago has been found in one of the Great Lakes. Boyne City has moved to restrict short-term rentals. And with that winter storm warning for early tomorrow, many area schools are already beyond their snow day limit or butting up against it.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A ship that sank 150 years ago has been found in one of the Great Lakes. Boyne City has moved to restrict short-term rentals. And with that winter storm warning for early tomorrow, many area schools are already beyond their snow day limit or butting up ag</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 789</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-789/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:04:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74815</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Your access to police scanners may be in peril under new federal guidance. A serious snowmobile accident in Grand Traverse County. And a Chick-fil-A looks like it is coming to Cadillac.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Your access to police scanners may be in peril under new federal guidance. A serious snowmobile accident in Grand Traverse County. And a Chick-fil-A looks like it is coming to Cadillac.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Your access to police scanners may be in peril under new federal guidance. A serious snowmobile accident in Grand Traverse County. And a Chick-fil-A looks like it is coming to Cadillac.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Your access to police scanners may be in peril under new federal guidance. A serious snowmobile accident in Grand Traverse County. And a Chick-fil-A looks like it is coming to Cadillac.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 788</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-788/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:03:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74801</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A feature you likely hate on your car is being eliminated. Performance reviews are on the docket for Traverse City leadership. And Traverse City Area Public Schools is moving forward with a multi-million dollar housing project for staff.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A feature you likely hate on your car is being eliminated. Performance reviews are on the docket for Traverse City leadership. And Traverse City Area Public Schools is moving forward with a multi-million dollar housing project for staff.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A feature you likely hate on your car is being eliminated. Performance reviews are on the docket for Traverse City leadership. And Traverse City Area Public Schools is moving forward with a multi-million dollar housing project for staff.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>A feature you likely hate on your car is being eliminated. Performance reviews are on the docket for Traverse City leadership. And Traverse City Area Public Schools is moving forward with a multi-million dollar housing project for staff.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 787</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-787/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 23:06:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Consumers Energy is working to restore natural gas service to hundreds in Marion following an outage. Grand Traverse County Commissioners heard presentations yesterday about opioid settlement spending and AI. And moose numbers are dropping in Michigan.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[Consumers Energy is working to restore natural gas service to hundreds in Marion following an outage. Grand Traverse County Commissioners heard presentations yesterday about opioid settlement spending and AI. And moose numbers are dropping in Michigan.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[Consumers Energy is working to restore natural gas service to hundreds in Marion following an outage. Grand Traverse County Commissioners heard presentations yesterday about opioid settlement spending and AI. And moose numbers are dropping in Michigan.]]></googleplay:description>
	<itunes:summary>Consumers Energy is working to restore natural gas service to hundreds in Marion following an outage. Grand Traverse County Commissioners heard presentations yesterday about opioid settlement spending and AI. And moose numbers are dropping in Michigan.</itunes:summary>
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		<title>Episode 786</title>
		<link>https://www.106khq.com/episode/episode-786/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 23:04:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[WKHQ]]></dc:creator>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.106khq.com/?post_type=episode&#038;p=74780</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A decades-long-running local historical reenactment is in peril due to tribal governments' complaints. Harbor Springs Schools has hired a permanent superintendent. And Leelalau County has ousted its finance director, continuing a history of high turnover. Nick is joined by State Representative Oarker Fairbairn (R-Harbor Springs) to talk about why House Republicans spent a day in Washington, D.C. this week.]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[A decades-long-running local historical reenactment is in peril due to tribal governments' complaints. Harbor Springs Schools has hired a permanent superintendent. And Leelalau County has ousted its finance director, continuing a history of high turnover. Nick is joined by State Representative Oarker Fairbairn (R-Harbor Springs) to talk about why House Republicans spent a day in Washington, D.C. this week.]]></content:encoded>
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	<googleplay:description><![CDATA[A decades-long-running local historical reenactment is in peril due to tribal governments' complaints. Harbor Springs Schools has hired a permanent superintendent. And Leelalau County has ousted its finance director, continuing a history of high turnover. Nick is joined by State Representative Oarker Fairbairn (R-Harbor Springs) to talk about why House Republicans spent a day in Washington, D.C. this week.]]></googleplay:description>
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