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Mackinac Bridge Authority Commemorative Tokens Available

Posted on November 5th, 2009

Mackinac Bridge Authority Commemorative Tokens Available Since 2002, the Mackinac Bridge Authority has released 15 different commemorative tokens. These tokens had previously been available to commuters for bridge fare at a reduced rate but are now only available in uncirculated token pair cases or rolls at fu… Read More

Motorists cross Mackinac Bridge for free Nov. 1, Mackinac Straits Health System Foundation to pay

Posted on October 22nd, 2009

Motorists cross Mackinac Bridge for free Nov. 1, Mackinac Straits Health System Foundation to pay While there may not be such thing as a free lunch, there is the first-ever “Free Fare Day” being planned at the Mackinac Bridge for Sunday, Nov. 1, according to the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA). From mid… Read More

“Biggest Loser” contestants will run Bridge race Oct. 10

Posted on September 24th, 2009

“Biggest Loser” contestants will run Bridge race Oct. 10 The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) today announced that the Fall Colors Bridge Race will happen on Saturday, Oct. 10, at 7 a.m. Former contestants from the television show “The Bigg… Read More

150 millionth vehicle crosses Mackinac Bridge

Posted on September 7th, 2009

150 millionth vehicle crosses Mackinac Bridge Richard Snyder, of Clare, Michigan, was the 150 millionth vehicle to cross the Mackinac Bridge around 5:30 p.m. on September 6, 2009. Approximately 50,000 people walked the Mackinac Bride for the Annual Mackinac Bridge Walk on September 7, 2009.… Read More

Mackinac Bridge reaches 150 millionth vehicle milestone

Posted on September 2nd, 2009

Mackinac Bridge reaches 150 millionth vehicle milestone The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA), in cooperation with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), today announced that the 150 millionth vehicle will cross the Mackinac Bridge this Labor Day weekend. According to MBA officials, the milestone i… Read More

Mackinac Bridge Authority board approves new commuter policy effective Jan. 1, 2010

Posted on July 10th, 2009

Mackinac Bridge Authority board approves new commuter policy effective Jan. 1, 2010 At its regular meeting earlier today, the Mackinac Bridge Authority board adopted a new commuter policy that will go into effect next year. After reviewing extensive public feedback on two proposals with a 24-hour rule, the board… Read More

Two new commuter fare proposals available online for Mackinac Bridge customers

Posted on June 10th, 2009

Two new commuter fare proposals available online for Mackinac Bridge customers The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) today announced that two new commuter fare proposals are available for public review. One proposal calls for a discounted rate on a return trip within 24 hours (24-hour rule), while the other is base… Read More

Motorists opt for new “Quick Card” at Mackinac Bridge

Posted on April 28th, 2009

Motorists opt for new “Quick Card” at Mackinac Bridge
Robert Kessel of Bloomfield, Mich., is handed the first “Quick Card.” April 28, 2009 — Since last week, the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) has been offering a new electronic toll-payment option where motorists can pre-pay th… Read More

“Quick Card” is available Monday at the Mackinac Bridge

Posted on April 21st, 2009

“Quick Card” is available Monday at the Mackinac Bridge The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) today announced that it will implement a new electronic toll-payment option beginning Monday, April 20. The “Quick Card” will be available to motorists wishing to pre-pay the full fare in excha… Read More

Half of the “Mighty Mac” will get paved beginning April 13

Posted on April 10th, 2009

Half of the “Mighty Mac” will get paved beginning April 13 The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) today announced that the entire stretch of the southbound lanes of the bridge will be milled and resurfaced beginning Monday, April 13, weather permitting. Two-way traffic will utilize the northbound lane… Read More