Much of Mackinac Island was designated as a national park in 1875, but it proved to be too expensive for the government to maintain, so it was transferred to the State of Michigan in 1895 ...

The Mackinac Island Community Foundation has announced grant awards totaling $127,975 for local projects and programs. According to a community announcement, these grants are aimed at supporting ...

Visiting Mackinac Island is a summer tradition for many and a bucket list trip for others, but once on the island what should you do first? The northern Michigan island is nestled among the Great ...

And politick they did. In the 2026 cycle, Michigan will elect a new governor (a race with competitive primaries in both ...

And there are plenty of Mackinac Island visitors who hop a Shepler’s or Arnold Transit Co. ferry from the docks in town. During summer’s peak season, thousands of people each day are moving ...

At this year's conference, Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) came to Mackinac Island with a message summed up in five words. "We can do hard things." But what she feels has been proven before ...

Mackinac Island is a popular tourist destination, with over 1 million visitors per year. The island lies in the Straits of Mackinac between the Upper and Lower peninsulas. Visitors can book a stay ...