Mackinac Island wakes up slowly. The clip-clop of horses, the soft hum of bikes riding by, the smell of fresh fudge drifting down Main Street. The rhythm is unlike anywhere else.

We are excited to add something new to that familiar rhythm.

Introducing the Mackinac Island Free Press, your newest source for real, reliable, hyperlocal island news, completely free to read.

We are here because the community deserves a news outlet made just for you, whether you are a resident, a seasonal worker, a business owner, a day-tripper who fell in love with the island, or someone who simply cares deeply about this place. Our goal is simple: to capture Mackinac Island as it truly is. The big stories, the small stories, and the stories that only make sense if you have taken in the sights and sounds of Main Street on a busy summer afternoon or heard the last ferry horn echo through the Straits.

Mackinac Island is full of voices. Some are loud, some are quiet, and all are worth hearing. We wanted to create a spot where everyday updates, island moments, and community conversations could all come together in one easy place.

The Mackinac Island Free Press will cover:

All with a modern approach, a community-first mindset, and a commitment to accuracy and transparency.

This is not just our publication. It is Mackinac’s. We want you involved. Tell us what is happening, what matters most, and what deserves a spotlight. Share tips, ideas, concerns, or island magic moments. We are listening.

Our mission is to build a stronger and more connected community by keeping everyone informed, whether you are on Mackinac Island year-round or watching from afar until the next ferry brings you back.

We will be publishing articles in real time as news unfolds. Each week, you will receive the island’s biggest updates, can’t-miss events, and stories worth lingering over directly in your inbox.

We are honored to begin this journey with you. Mackinac Island is a place where history and heart intersect, and we want to make those stories open to everyone. That is why the Mackinac Island Free Press will always remain free to read, for the entire community and all who love this special place.

Welcome to the Mackinac Island Free Press.

…you have a unique chance to tell us what you’re most interested in seeing from MIFP. We’re all ears, so have an idea? Wondering about something on the Island? Planning your next trip?

Let us know what’s on your mind to help us continue creating high-value content that matters to our readers.

Reach out to us on Instagram, Facebook, or simply reply to your weekly email to get in touch!