The “Sturgeon Moon” has been absolutely gorgeous, shining down on the Straits of Mackinac! It was truly an amazing sight. Flowers and hanging baskets continue to be just beautiful all over the Island. They certainly make Mackinac look more welcoming and festive. This week has been foggy, but over all it has been a very nice summer! We look forward […] The post Mackinac Island first appeared on The St. Ignace News.

Small towns, villages, bergs whatever you choose to identify with your hometown they almost always have the same theme: caring friends and neighbors. I was blessed to witness firsthand the love and support for Lorne Cowell of Mackinac Island as he is in a fight he didn’t pick with a foe he didn’t intend to battle. On Saturday, August 22, […] The post West Mackinac first appeared on The St. Ignace News.

Sealed proposals will be accepted by the Mackinac County Road Commission at their offices at 706 N. State Street, St. Ignace, MI 49781 until 1 p.m. Thursday, September 17, 2026 local time, and at such time will be publicly opened and read aloud for the following: Aggregate Gravel Crushing Contract 2026 Bids shall be in a sealed envelope clearly marked […] The post NOTICE TO BIDDERS Mackinac County Road Commission first appeared on The St. Ignace News.

Legal Notice Blue Sky Towers IV, LLC proposes to construct a 300’ (305’ including all appurtenances) lattice tower known as Naubinway (652’ ground elevation), located near the 6400 block of Black River Road, Naubinway, Mackinac County, Michigan 49762. Latitude: 46°6’20.77” N; Longitude: 85°20’44.98” W. If lighting is required the applicant will request the use of dual red/white, medium intensity lighting […] The post Legal Notice Blue Sky Towers IV, LLC first appeared on The St

Michigan just scored another travel bragging right. Mackinac Island has been named the No. 1 Weekend Getaway in the Midwest by U.S. News & World R...

  The Community Health Access Coalition has received a $15,000 grant from the Mackinac Island Community Foundation. It is being paid for via the foundation’s Mackinac Island Community Fund, Beaumont Fund, Donald and Valeria Bortz Health and Medical Fund, and Health and Medical Care Fund. The donation was announced Monday, August 24. CHAC is based in Sault Ste. Marie and […] The post Community Health Access Coalition Receives Mackinac Island Community Foundation Grant first appeared on The S

Applications are now being accepted for the Mackinac Island Community Foundation’s 2026 Fall Grant Cycle. The available funds will be distributed to local nonprofit organizations, schools, or government organizations that serve Mackinac Island. Submissions are being accepted from now until Thursday, October 1, at 11:59 p.m. Staff from the MICF office can consult with anyone who has questions or needs […] The post MICF Fall Grant Application Cycle Underway first appeared on The St. Ignace New

  Bill Borders is the newest addition to the Mackinac Island Community Foundation team. He brings a diverse background to the foundation after a career of more than five decades in business, community development, economic development, and higher education. “My wife, Mary Jo, without whom none of the above would have been possible, and I are equally proud of our […] The post Bill Borders Joins Island Community Foundation first appeared on The St. Ignace News.

During the week beginning Sunday, August 23, through Saturday, August 29, the Mackinac County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Michigan State Police and handled a two-car accident with no injuries reported, a single-car accident, and two motorcycle accidents with injuries. Deputies also assisted two motorists. Deputies responded to a larceny of fuel complaint, four suspicious situations and one suspicious vehicle, a cat […] The post Mackinac County Sheriff first appeared on The St. Ignace News

After years of maintaining its no-kill status and committing to the rehabilitation of animals without a home, the Mackinac County Animal Shelter was acknowledged as a no-kill shelter by the Best Friends Animal Society for maintaining a 90-percent save rate, or higher, for cats and dogs. The Mackinac County Animal Shelter has spent its entire 20-plus-year history as a no-kill […] The post Mackinac County Animal Shelter Recognized for Continued No-Kill Status first appeared on The St. Ignace New