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Mackinac Island Halloween Welcomes Hundreds of Visitors for One Final Weekend Ahead of Offseason
Goblins and ghouls, grumpkins and snarks, princes and princesses, and a range of fictional characters darted along Mackinac Island’s streets Saturday, October 24. Only this cast of spooky and fun characters were children and their parents celebrating the spooky season a week early with Mackinac Island’s trick-or-treating fun. Most communities throw up their Halloween decorations, carve pumpkins, and prepare costumes in early October and count down the days until October 31.
A Look into the Past | School Photo Reminds St. Ignace Native of his Childhood
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Sault Ste. Marie Residents, Candidates for Political Office Continue Fight for Dr. Chander and Rural Healthcare
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Dr. Amber Libby Swears in as Next Sixth District Probate Court Judge
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Anytime Anywhere | St. Ignace Football Dominates Stephenson 73-22 in Last-Minute Matchup
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A New Beginning | St. Ignace Police Department Cuts Ribbon for its New Station on US-2
Chief Kevin James cuts a police tape ribbon during an open house at the new St. Ignace Police Station on US-2 Monday, October 12, 2026. (Kaleb Boyer/St. Ignace News) The St. Ignace Police Department has only known one home for the past 86 years: the basement of the St. Ignace Municipal Building. The space was small, cramped, and didn’t fit the modern needs of law enforcement, but the St. Ignace Police Department is beginning a new chapter at the former Indian Trails bus station.
Recognizing History
Opened in 1887, Grand Hotel has become an iconic part of Mackinac Island’s mystique and history, and the “Grand,” as locals dub the hotel, was recently recognized as the 43rd best resort in the world by “Condé Nast Traveler” in its 39th Readers’ Choice Awards. In 1882, U.S. Sen. Franchise B. Stockbridge purchased the site where Grand Hotel stands today, and he searched for ways to finance the hotel’s construction as vacationing became popular during the gilded age.
Halloween Comes Early for Mackinac Island Locals and Visitors
Unlike most of the country, Mackinac Island holds its Halloween celebrations a bit earlier than October 31. The Island’s Halloween festivities herald the end of tourist season and act as the season’s final major event before most businesses close for the winter, and this year’s revelry is set for Friday, October 23 through Sunday, October 25.
Mackinac Island Goes 1-1 at League Tournament
They didn’t win the tournament, but the Mackinac Island soccer team certainly made its presence felt. Saturday, October 10, the Lakers joined the Northern Lights League tournament, hosted by Munising Baptist. They opened with a resounding 8-0 win over Ojibwe Charter, then they lost in a thriller, 3-2, to Big Bay in the semi-finals on penalty kicks.
On a Roll | St. Ignace Volleyball Makes it Three In a Row Following Wins Over Engadine and Pickford
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Fudge Around, Find Out: Mackinac Island Fall Fudge Festival Brings Fall Spirit to Life with Returning and New Events
Mackinac Island bustled with a host of activities for locals and visitors alike to enjoy as an homage to the Island’s iconic treat, fudge, and the fall season during the Fall Fudge Festival from Friday, October 2, through Saturday, October 3. Hosted by the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau, the Fall Fudge Festival is a two-day extravaganza that serves as one of the Island’s final celebrations before the winter sets in and tourism dies down.
Mackinac County Board Approves Repairs for Animal Shelter, Begins First Steps of Building A New Shelter
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St. Ignace Volleyball Showing Strong Start to Regular Season Ahead of Home Opener
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Haunted Theatre Still Bringing Laughs and Screams to Mackinac Island 52 Years Later
For the past 52 years, Mackinac Island residents and tourists have laughed, screamed, and had fun while visiting the Haunted Theatre. The original theatre building was originally constructed in 1885 as a roller rink by Charles Caskey, who is most famous for building Grand Hotel and Mackinac Island cottages, and the building was later repurposed into a dance hall in 1895.
Perpetrator in Sexual Assault Arrested, Officials Advise Safety Precautions
Mackinac Island is a whimsical place that transports people back to a time where horse-drawn carriages and carts were the norm. But like everywhere else, it can be dangerous walking alone at night, especially for women, and this was highlighted by a recent sexual assault and attempted rape. At approximately 2:15 a.m. Wednesday, September 16, Mackinac Island Police responded to a report of a sexual assault downtown, east of Hoban Street.
Island Bookstore to Combine Two Locations
Book worms have been able to choose from a selection of paperbacks and hardcovers from one of Mackinac Island’s two bookstores for years. But soon, the larger Mackinac Island Bookstore will move from its little nook near the Lilac Tree Hotel and combine with its smaller location further down Main Street. Opened by Cliff Olson in 1975, the Island Bookstore had humble beginnings as a 300-square-foot shop above Doud’s Market.
Back On Track | St. Ignace Football Defeats Inland Lakes 24-8
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Saints Volleyball Falls to Newberry in Three Sets, Playing with Heart but Looking for Consistency
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Redeemer loses rainy game against Pine Grove
Holy Redeemer quarterback Brady McDermott attempts a pass against Pine Grove Area on Saturday. Cooper Fasnacht | For Times Leader The Holy Redeemer football team huddles before a play against Holy Redeemer on Saturday. Eli Newswanger | For Times Leader Holy Redeemer quarterback Brady McDermott attempts a pass against Pine Grove Area on Saturday. Cooper Fasnacht | For Times Leader The Holy Redeemer football team huddles before a play against Holy Redeemer on Saturday.
Soo Community Rallies for Beloved Dr. Chander, Locals and University of Michigan Regent Requesting Answers
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Straits Pride Celebrates Fifth Annual Mackinac Island Pride Festival
In a small town, it can be difficult for members of the LGBTQ+ community to find a place where they feel like they fit in, but Mackinac Island is unique among rural Northern Michigan communities. Here, members of the LGBTQ+ community, whether they are longtime residents, seasonal workers, or tourists, can find like-minded people in a friendly environment. Since being formed in 2019, the non-profit organization Straits Pride has supported local LGBTQ+ communities in the Straits of Mackinac area.
Mackinac Island Fall Fudge Festival Returns October 2-3
For the second straight year, the Mackinac Island Fall Fudge Festival will celebrate the Island’s staple, fudge, alongside the season that changes the color of leaves Friday, October 2, through Saturday, October 3. Traditionally, the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau held an annual fudge festival in August for more than a decade. Beginning last year, the bureau moved the festival into the first week of October and added a fall twist.
Two-Vehicle Collision Closes Mackinac Bridge for Four Hours, Bridge Now Reopened to Traffic
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St. Ignace Cross Country Cruising through the Season Start
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Mackinaw City Approves Zoning Amendment for Storage Units, Seeks Quotes for Ferry Fee Rate Study
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Mackinac Social Enjoying “Terrific” First Year Serving Residents and Tourists
Longtime residents and frequent visitors to Mackinac Island may have noticed a new restaurant along the Island’s packed waterfront this season. The Mackinac Social is celebrating its first year of operation serving “casual bites and elevated nights.” Mackinac Island offers no shortage of beloved restaurants, bars, and other eateries. From fresh whitefish to Mexican and Jamaican cuisine, there are plenty of eating options.
Road Win Powers St. Ignace Football to 3-0 Start
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Whitmer Takes Harder Stance Against Line 5, EGLE Permit To be Reviewed
When Gov. Gretchen Whitmer entered office in 2019, she promised to fight against Enbridge Energy’s Line 5 pipeline and proposed tunnel project, but the Line 5 Tunnel project received most of its necessary permits from state agencies anyway. With five months left in her second term, Whitmer has taken another hard stance against the oil pipeline. Built in 1953, the Line 5 pipeline transports oil from Superior, Wisconsin, through the Upper Peninsula, across the Straits of Mackinac, to Sarnia, Ontario.
Water Protectors: Tribal Members Honor Ancestors in Water Ceremony on Mackinac Bridge, Continue Fight Against Line 5
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Coming Home | Davis Takes Over at Alma Mater as St. Ignace’s First School Resource Officer
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Water is Life | Environmental Activists and Tribal Leaders Paddle for the Future
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Sail It Ain’t So | Father and Son Duo Go Head-to-Head in Labor Day Regatta
When “Stampede” sailed past “Vagari” early in the race, Kai Case teased his father, but Mark Case stayed silent. The competitive father-son duo wanted to outpace the other in the two-to-three hour race around Mackinac Island in the Labor Day Regatta Saturday, September 5. The Labor Day Regatta is the third, and final, race of the season hosted by the Mackinac Island Yacht Club.
Mackinac County Sheriff’s Report
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Rendezvous at the Straits Powwow Draws Large Crowd to Little Bear East
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Mackinac’s Got Talent | Three Standout Performers Acknowledged in Annual Finale
From the lawn of Marquette Park, Mackinac Islands’ residents and seasonal workers showcased their musical flair in the Mackinac’s Got Talent Finale Thursday, August 27. Every summer, the Mackinac Arts Council encourages residents and seasonal employees alike to try out for Mackinac’s Got Talent, an amateur talent show, and participants can perform any special talent, including acting, singing, dancing, comedy, orating, magic, or slam poetry.
Mackinac County Animal Shelter Recognized for Continued No-Kill Status
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Mackinac Island Residents Fundraise for Medical Center with Annual Auction
On Mackinac Island, a doctor’s visit is a little more unique than hopping into a car and driving a few minutes to a large doctor’s office or hospital. Instead, residents rely on the small, but mighty, staff at the Medical Island Medical Center for their care, and residents feel a deep sense of gratitude for the medical professionals who keep them healthy.
St. Ignace School Board Approves Changes to Student Handbooks, Athletic Event Entry Fees to Remain the Same
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UPDATE: US-2 Now Clear Following Two Motor Vehicles Crash in St. Ignace
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Waterfowl Weekend: Families Flock to Cedarville for Annual Les Cheneaux Waterfowl Festival
A little girl hurls rings in the “duck toss” game during the Les Cheneaux Waterfowl Festival Saturday, August 15, 2026. (Kaleb Boyer/St. Ignace News) For decades, Eastern Upper Peninsula residents grew up with a love for the outdoors, whether their passion was fishing, hunting, hiking, or something else entirely.
Ready to Overcome Challenges | St. Ignace Volleyball Begins New Season
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Under the Lights | St. Ignace Ready to Kick Off New Football Season
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Michigan Supreme Court Compels Public Service Commission to Further Review Line 5 Tunnel Permit
In a win for tribal leadership, the Michigan Supreme Court struck down the Michigan Public Service Commission’s permit for Enbridge’s Line 5 Tunnel Project in a 6-1 decision Friday, July 31, reversing another decision from the Court of Appeals. The current Line 5 pipeline transports approximately 540,000 barrels, or 22.68 million gallons, of light crude oil per day.
DNR Hearing Input on Lifting Bois Blanc Bear Hunting Ban
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Michigan Supreme Court Compels Public Service Commission to Further Review Line 5 Tunnel Permit
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Column | This Week in History Muskets and Cannon Fire Rang Out on Mackinac Island
If you’ve ever played 18 holes at Wawashkamo Golf Club, you’ve walked along the site of a lesser-known battlefield from the War of 1812. More than two centuries ago, the Battle of Mackinac Island occurred this week in history on what is now a calm golf course, hundreds of miles away from the bulk of the war’s fighting.
Les Cheneaux Watershed Council Use Fungal Spores to Solve Eurasian Watermilfoil Problem
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Michigan’s School Aid Budget: State Lawmakers’ Golden Goose
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