Mackinac Bridge News

New world record attempt Aug. 3 at Mackinac Bridge

Posted on June 26th, 2013

New world record attempt Aug. 3 at Mackinac Bridge The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) will join MINI of Grand Rapids and owners of Mini Cooper automobiles from all over the country as they rally and attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest parade of MINIs. The MINI rally will take place on Saturday, A… Read More

NASCAR champion stops at Bridge View Park May 29

Posted on May 20th, 2013

NASCAR champion stops at Bridge View Park May 29 NASCAR roars into the Straits of Mackinac! NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion Brad Keselowski and the No. 2 Miller Lite Ford Fusion, also known as the “Blue Deuce,” will be featured in a special public event at the Bridge View Park in St. Ignace on Wednesday, May 29.… Read More

Mackinac Bridge commuter tolls to increase Jan. 1, other tolls remain unchanged

Posted on December 18th, 2012

Mackinac Bridge commuter tolls to increase Jan. 1, other tolls remain unchanged Fast Facts:
– Mackinac Bridge commuter toll rates will increase to $2.10 per crossing on Jan. 1, 2013.
– All other toll rates for Mackinac Bridge traffic will remain the same.
– This toll rate increase is part of the lo… Read More

55th Annual Bridge Walk another success

Posted on September 5th, 2012

55th Annual Bridge Walk another success Approximately 45,000 walkers crossed the Mackinac Bridge on a gorgeous Labor Day this year – up 25 percent from last year despite record-high holiday gas prices. Prior to the walk, a handful of runners celebrated the Pure Michigan FIT campaign and hit the bridge deck to… Read More

Secretary Johnson, at the top of Mackinac Bridge, unveils two new license plates for motorists

Posted on August 22nd, 2012

Secretary Johnson, at the top of Mackinac Bridge, unveils two new license plates for motorists Pure Michigan and Mackinac Bridge plates to be available next year
ST. IGNACE, Mich. – With a view she called “Pure Michigan” as a back… Read More

Snyder reappoints Gnodtke and Musser to Mackinac Bridge Authority

Posted on July 20th, 2012

Snyder reappoints Gnodtke and Musser to Mackinac Bridge Authority Gov. Rick Snyder today announced the reappointments of William Gnodtke, of Charlevoix, and Dan Musser, of Petoskey and Mackinac Island, to the Mackinac Bridge Authority. Established in 1950, the seven-member Mackinac Bridge Authority authori… Read More

MBA Board Eliminates Commuter Account Expiration Date

Posted on July 13th, 2012

At its regular board meeting on July 13, 2012, the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) Board eliminated the commuter account expiration date. For questions about the program, please contact the MBA administration offices at 906-643-7600.… Read More

Mackinac Bridge to “Light It Blue” April 2 for autism awareness

Posted on March 23rd, 2012

Mackinac Bridge to “Light It Blue” April 2 for autism awareness Fast Facts:
– “Light It Blue Michigan” autism-awareness campaign begins April 2.
– Special bridge-viewing ceremony begins at 8 p.m. at the St. Ignace Country Club; Mackinac Bridge officials will “Ligh… Read More

Gov. Snyder announces MBA to partner with Merit Network to expand Internet service in Michigan

Posted on March 14th, 2012

Gov. Snyder announces MBA to partner with Merit Network to expand Internet service in Michigan Fast Facts:
– Agreement will create or enhance Internet service in Michigan rural areas.
– Michigan will invest $247 million in federal broadband funding involving fiber-optic strands.
– Cables cr… Read More

Mackinac Bridge passenger vehicles tolls to be $4 starting Jan. 1

Posted on December 13th, 2011

Mackinac Bridge passenger vehicles tolls to be $4 starting Jan. 1 Effective Sunday, Jan. 1, 2012, the following rates will go into effect (per crossing): – Auto/passenger vehicle: $4; vehicle with trailer: $2 per axle
– Commuter: $2*
– Other, including commercial trucks and motor homes: $5 per… Read More