Mackinac Bridge News

Mackinac Bridge Authority Commemorative Tokens Available

Posted on June 21st, 2010

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

Annual Antiques on the Bay Mackinac Bridge Rally

Posted on June 11th, 2010

Annual Antiques on the Bay Mackinac Bridge Rally The Annual Antiques on the Bay Mackinac Bridge Rally will take place Friday, June 18, 2010 at 4:30 p.m. For more information on this event visit Nostalgia Productions… Read More

The Rubin family, MBA and MDOT will hold memorial service for Larry Rubin on June 4

Posted on May 21st, 2010

The Rubin family, MBA and MDOT will hold memorial service for Larry Rubin on June 4 The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) today announced a memorial service will take place for Lawrence (Larry) A. Rubin, former MBA Executive Secretary, on Friday, June 4, in St. Ign… Read More

The Mackinac Bridge Authority loses an icon as the first executive secretary Larry Rubin passes away

Posted on May 12th, 2010

The Mackinac Bridge Authority loses an icon as the first executive secretary Larry Rubin passes away With deep regret, the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) today announced the death of former MBA Executive Secretary Mr. Lawrence (Larry) A. Rubin after a brief illness. Born in Chelsea, Mass., Rubin became the MBA bo… Read More

Governor Granholm Statement on Passing of Lawrence Rubin, First Executive Secretary of Mackinac Bridge Authority

Posted on May 12th, 2010

Governor Granholm Statement on Passing of Lawrence Rubin, First Executive Secretary of Mackinac Bridge Authority LANSING – Governor Jennifer M. Granholm today issued the following statement on the passing of Lawrence A. Rubin of St. Ignace, the first executive secretary of the Mackinac Bridge Authority… Read More

New Mackinac Bridge postage stamp to be unveiled Feb. 3

Posted on January 25th, 2010

New Mackinac Bridge postage stamp to be unveiled Feb. 3 In partnership with the United States Postal Service (USPS), the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) today announced a special ceremony to unveil a new Priority Mail stamp commemorating the iconic Mackinac B… Read More

Passenger vehicles tolls will be $3.50 on Jan. 1

Posted on December 17th, 2009

Passenger vehicles tolls will be $3.50 on Jan. 1 Effective Friday, Jan. 1, 2010, the following rates will go into effect (per crossing):
• Auto/passenger vehicle – $3.50; vehicle with trailer – $1.75 per axle
• Commuter – $1.80*
• Other, including commercial trucks and motor homes –… Read More

Mackinac Bridge Authority receives award of excellence

Posted on December 15th, 2009

Mackinac Bridge Authority receives award of excellence The Asphalt Paving Association of Michigan (APAM) yesterday presented the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA), Payne and Dolan, Inc., and Northwest Design Group the Award of Excellence paving award. The award showcased a two-year resurfacing effort on the br… Read More

First Hunter Crosses Bridge for 2009 Hunting Season

Posted on November 19th, 2009

First Hunter Crosses Bridge for 2009 Hunting Season Larry Griewahn of Hudson was the first hunter to cross the Mackinac bridge southbound on Sunday, November 15. Mr. Griewahn crossed southbound around 12:30 p.m after shooting his eight-point near Gould City around 9:30 a.m.… Read More

Mackinac Bridge Authority Commemorative Tokens Available

Posted on November 5th, 2009