Mackinac Bridge News

Michigan Historical Museum’s Statehood Festivities Focus on Mackinac Bridge’s 50 Memorable Years

Posted on January 22nd, 2007

Michigan Historical Museum’s Statehood Festivities Focus on Mackinac Bridge’s 50 Memorable Years Visitors to the Michigan Historical Museum in downtown Lansing on Saturday, Jan. 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. will be able to take part in the first official celebration of the Mackinac Bridge’s 50t… Read More

1957-2007: The Mighty Mac – Linking Michigan’s Peninsulas for 50 Years

Posted on October 31st, 2006

1957-2007: The Mighty Mac – Linking Michigan’s Peninsulas for 50 Years Mackinac Bridge Authority releases official logo selected to commemorate 50 years since opening of the Mackinac Bridge October 31, 2006 — The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) and the Michigan Department of Transportatio… Read More

Mackinac Bridge 50th anniversary

Posted on August 31st, 2006

Mackinac Bridge 50th anniversary Come and join the Mackinac Bridge Authority July 27-28, 2007, as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Mackinac Bridge. Check back often. Details will be posted as they become available.… Read More

IMPORTANT SECURITY STATEMENT FROM THE MACKINAC BRIDGE AUTHORITY

Posted on August 21st, 2006

IMPORTANT SECURITY STATEMENT FROM THE MACKINAC BRIDGE AUTHORITY Although, specifics cannot be discussed, the general public should rest assured that the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) has a very comprehensive security plan in place. The MBA coordinates its security plan and procedures in collaboration with… Read More

New Mackinac Bridge coins commemorating car ferries available June 16

Posted on June 12th, 2006

New Mackinac Bridge coins commemorating car ferries available June 16 The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) today announced a special ceremony will be held on Friday, June 16, commemorating the eight state-operated car ferries that helped millions of passeng… Read More

Granholm Approves MDOT, Bridge Authority Agreement Securing Bridge’s Future

Posted on September 20th, 2005

Granholm Approves MDOT, Bridge Authority Agreement Securing Bridge’s Future Authority’s Traditional Role Formally Recognized LANSING – Governor Jennifer M. Granholm today announced that for the first time since the reorganization of state government under the 1963 State Constitution, the roles… Read More

Fireworks slated for evening before annual Mackinac Bridge Walk; Air National Guard flyover on Labor Day

Posted on August 31st, 2005

Fireworks slated for evening before annual Mackinac Bridge Walk; Air National Guard flyover on Labor Day August 31, 2005 – – Bridge walkers, tourists and residents in the St. Ignace/Mackinaw City area will be in for a big treat on Sunday evening, Sept. 4, and on Monday, Sept. 5 (Labor Day). Fireworks are… Read More

MDOT and Mackinac Bridge Authority issue commemorative centennial coin June 30

Posted on June 20th, 2005

MDOT and Mackinac Bridge Authority issue commemorative centennial coin June 30 The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) and the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) today announced that a special ceremony will be held on Thursday, June 30, to commemorate MDOT’s 100th anniversary. The 2 p.m. event wil… Read More

Travelers reminded to leave firewood at home as Michigan’s traditional travel season approaches.

Posted on May 26th, 2005

Travelers reminded to leave firewood at home as Michigan’s traditional travel season approaches. LANSING – Memorial Day weekend is the traditional start of the summer travel season in Michigan, and Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) Director Dan Wyant today reminded travelers to leave fire… Read More

“Mighty Mac” construction began 50 years ago; more than 11,000 people to be honored for contributions in ceremony May 7

Posted on April 20th, 2004

“Mighty Mac” construction began 50 years ago; more than 11,000 people to be honored for contributions in ceremony May 7 March 15, 2004 – – At 1 p.m. on Friday, May 7, the Mackinac Bridge Authority and the Michigan Department of Transportation will host a special ceremony and unveil a new coi… Read More