Mackinac Bridge News

Reminder: Mackinac Bridge toll increases delayed at least a year; commuter tolls to return to 2012 rates

Posted on December 17th, 2013

Mackinac Bridge toll increases scheduled to rise on Jan. 1, 2014, will remain at current levels instead, while commuter tolls will be rolled back to 2012 rates.
In July, the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) voted to keep 2014 toll rates at the 2012 level, which includes a per-trip toll of $4 for passenger vehicles. The… Read More

Mackinac Bridge Deer Count

Posted on November 26th, 2013

Mackinac Bridge Deer Count 2013: 4207
2012: 6420
Percent Change: -34%
Final Deer Count… Read More

State’s new Mackinac Bridge license plate on sale today

Posted on August 29th, 2013

State’s new Mackinac Bridge license plate on sale today, just in time for 56th Annual Bridge Walk Commemorative license plates will be available for purchase at the Bridge Walk It’s official! The state’s newest license plate, featuring one of Michigan’s best known landmarks, the Mackinac Bridge, is now a… Read More

MBA Board says no toll increase for at least a year; commuter tolls go back to 2012 rates

Posted on July 26th, 2013

MBA Board says no toll increase for at least a year; commuter tolls go back to 2012 rates At its regular board meeting today, the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) voted to keep 2014 toll rates at the 2012 level. The decision also rolls back commuter costs to 2012 rates effective January 1, 2014. MBA Board Chair William H.… Read More

New world record attempt Aug. 3 at Mackinac Bridge

Posted on July 19th, 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

New world record attempt Aug. 3 at Mackinac Bridge

Posted on June 26th, 2013

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