Tag: Mackinac

Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry Co. sells to Florida billionaire

The second of two ferry services that shuttle visitors to Mackinac Island from the mainland of Michigan has sold to the Florida billionaire who purchased Shepler’s Ferry two years ago, sources confirmed to the Detroit Free Press. The Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry Co. closed the deal at 11:59 p.m. Friday with the Hoffmann Family […]

Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry Co. sells to Florida billionaire

The second of two ferry services that shuttle visitors to Mackinac Island from the mainland of Michigan has sold to the Florida billionaire who purchased Shepler’s Ferry two years ago, sources confirmed to the Detroit Free Press. The Star Line Mackinac Island Ferry Co. closed the deal at 11:59 p.m. Friday with the Hoffmann Family […]

After Mackinac Island paddleboard death, officials issue water safety warnings

Michigan safety officials issued a water safety alert this week, warning that there are a variety of what they called “hidden hazards” around Mackinac Island after a 22-year-old woman drowned in a paddleboard accident. The joint statement from the Mackinac Island Recreation Department and Mackinac Marine Rescue was a reminder for folks heading out on […]

Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District announces annual awards

EASTERN UPPER PENINSULA — On April 4, the Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District recognized the efforts of several Eastern Upper Peninsula environmentalists during its 75th annual meeting. Every year, the conservation district brings community members together to celebrate environmental efforts in the area and to recognize people who have made an impact in the community over the […]

Eighth/Union, Garfield roundabout, Mackinac Bridge projects

Mar. 31—TRAVERSE CITY — The massive Grandview Parkway rebuild in downtown Traverse City isn’t the only road work affecting drivers this year. Several other projects are also underway or soon to begin: Union and Eighth streets The intersection of S. Union and Eighth Streets will be closed starting April 1, according to the Traverse City […]

Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District wins statewide award

EASTERN UPPER PENINSULA — Conservation efforts in the EUP have been recognized with a prestigious statewide award. The Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District (CLMCD) was recently awarded the 2023 Conservation District of the Year award from the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts at the 2023 MACD Annual Convention at Shanty Creek Resort. CLMCD is responsible […]