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Mackinac Island Lilac Festival Named One of the Best Flower Festivals in the U.S.

Mar 16, 2026

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Mackinac Island Lilac Festival Named One of the Best Flower Festivals in the U.S.

Mackinac Island’s beloved celebration lands in the top five of USA Today’s national flower festival rankings.

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Preserving a Victorian Legacy on Mackinac Island

Mar 16, 2026

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Preserving a Victorian Legacy on Mackinac Island

Local Real Estate Perspective from Kelly Rayment, Associate Broker at Mackinac Island Realty

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Island News

Firefighters, Coast Guard Rescue Man Lost on Ice West of Mackinac Island

Mar 16, 2026

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Firefighters, Coast Guard Rescue Man Lost on Ice West of Mackinac Island

Man found about a mile offshore after entering dangerous Straits ice conditions despite warnings

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Community

Mackinac Island Students Hit the Slopes Thanks to Youth Advisory Council Grant

Mar 16, 2026

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Mackinac Island Students Hit the Slopes Thanks to Youth Advisory Council Grant

Fifteen Mackinac Island students traveled to Nubs Nob for skiing, snowboarding, and new experiences with the help of a grant from MICF

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History

TBT: Buildings of Mackinac - Little Stone Church

Mar 12, 2026

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5 min read

TBT: Buildings of Mackinac - Little Stone Church

A word from Phil Porter, Director Emeritus Mackinac State Historic Parks

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Harbour View Inn Shares First Look at Winter Renovations Ahead of 2026 Season

Mar 10, 2026

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Harbour View Inn Shares First Look at Winter Renovations Ahead of 2026 Season

The Mackinac Island hotel is undergoing a full winter refresh, with bold new design elements set to debut in 2026.

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Events

Mission Point Resort Announces New Dining, Culinary Experiences, and Upgrades for 2026 Season

Mar 10, 2026

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5 min read

Mission Point Resort Announces New Dining, Culinary Experiences, and Upgrades for 2026 Season

New pizza, culinary classes, and a Detroit dining collaboration highlight updates planned for the Mackinac Island resort.

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Travel & Transportation

Shepler’s Ferry Announces New Sunset Cruise Experience for 2026 Season

Mar 10, 2026

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Shepler’s Ferry Announces New Sunset Cruise Experience for 2026 Season

The new cruise will give passengers a front-row seat to golden hour over the Mackinac Bridge, Mackinac Island, and the Straits.

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Government & Policy

🚨 Big Court Decision in the Mackinac Ferry Lawsuit

Mar 6, 2026

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3 min read

🚨 Big Court Decision in the Mackinac Ferry Lawsuit

Court rules city lacks standing to challenge common ownership of Island ferry companies, while other legal claims continue

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History

Mar 5, 2026

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7 min read

TBT: Where’s The Rest of Fort Mackinac?

A word from Craig Wilson, Chief Curator, courtesy of Mackinac State Historic Parks

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POSTS

Mackinac Island Lilac Festival Named One of the Best Flower Festivals in the U.S.

Preserving a Victorian Legacy on Mackinac Island

Firefighters, Coast Guard Rescue Man Lost on Ice West of Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island Students Hit the Slopes Thanks to Youth Advisory Council Grant

TBT: Buildings of Mackinac - Little Stone Church

Harbour View Inn Shares First Look at Winter Renovations Ahead of 2026 Season

Mission Point Resort Announces New Dining, Culinary Experiences, and Upgrades for 2026 Season

Shepler’s Ferry Announces New Sunset Cruise Experience for 2026 Season

🚨 Big Court Decision in the Mackinac Ferry Lawsuit

TBT: Where’s The Rest of Fort Mackinac?

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