Leelanau Township

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has completed several land transactions, adding and consolidating public land for recreation, wildlife protection, and forest management.

Locally, the DNR exchanged acreage with Leelanau Township, gaining 14.41 acres along Mud Lake that will become part of Leelanau State Park and provide public water access.

The DNR also purchased 40 acres on Beaver Island for the Beaver Island State Wildlife Research Area, helping protect rare species and expand public recreation opportunities.

The Michigan DNR is using genetic testing to determine whether its fish stocking efforts are working.

Crews expect to pave the roadway approaches by the end of October if weather allows.

A 77-year-old Northport man has been charged in connection with Tuesday's shooting involving his son in Leelanau Township.

Gregory King faces one count of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder.

King's bond was set at $10,000 with a 10% option.

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A father facing felony charges after a shooting involving his son in Leelanau Township.

The Leelanau County Sheriff's Office says deputies responded to North Perkis Road Tuesday afternoon after multiple 911 calls reporting a shooting.

Investigators say a verbal argument between a 77-year-old Northport man and his 48-year-old son turned physical before a firearm was brought into the situation.