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SAULT STE. MARIE — The Onagomingkway chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, was well represented in Sault Ste. Marie at the recent dedication of the America 250! Patriot Marker at the Chippewa County Courthouse. The bronze sign commemorates the men and women who helped achieve American independence...
Co-Founder of Michigan’s Most Well Known Ferry, Bill Shepler Dead At 92
Some years ago Bill's three children, Chris, Patty, and Billy took leadership roles within the company. The family has shared their memory of Bill during this time of loss:. Today, we mourn the loss of Bill Shepler, our beloved co-founder and Captain of Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry. Bill's dedication and passion for connecting people to the beauty of Mackinac Island created unforgettable memories for countless guests. His legacy of service, leadership, and community spirit will forever be a part of our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Shepler family and friends during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Captain Bill. You will be deeply missed.
Soo, Detour Village to be sites of AAM pilot project
SAULT STE. MARIE, MI— An eastern Upper Peninsula project has received more than $512,000 in state funding to further Advanced Aerial Mobility technology in Michigan. AAM is a new type of transportation that uses electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to move people and cargo between places not currently or easily served by surface transportation or existing aviation modes.
International Bridge Walk was canceled this year but will return in June 2025
SAULT STE. MARIE — The International Bridge Administration and the chambers of commerce of Sault Ste. Marie Michigan and Ontario on Friday announced the next International Bridge Walk will take place Saturday, June 28, 2025. This year’s walk, which had been slated for June 29, was canceled due to inclement weather. “We deeply regret the cancellation of the 2024 walk,” said International Bridge general director Peter Petainen. “But with heavy rains and a number of thunderstorms in the area, we acted out of an abundance of caution to put the safety of participants first.” Sault Michigan Chamber director Tony Haller and Sault Ontario interim CEO Don Mitchell expressed thanks to everyone who worked to prepare for the bridge walk this year.
Mackinac Island Ferry Company leader out after private equity firm sale
Less than a month after a Florida-based private equity firm bought the last independent ferry service serving Mackinac Island, its longtime leader is no longer at the company, the new owner announced today. Jerry Fetty, former CEO of Mackinac Island Ferry Company (formerly Star Line), left the company this week,...
Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry Announces Loss of Their ‘Captain’
For decades, the Shepler name has been synonymous with summer in Michigan, evoking images of sun-drenched days and beautiful memories on Mackinac Island. Now, we heavy hearts we learn the man who was the Captain of 'making memories' for so many of us has passed away. Shepler's Mackinac Island Ferry...
Fundraiser Launched After Rahway Motorcyclist, 32, Killed In Clark Crash
A 32-year-old Rahway man was killed after his motorcycle was struck by a vehicle in Clark Township on Tuesday, July 16, authorities said.At 7:55 p.m., Justin Almenas was riding his motorcycle westbound on Madison Hill Road, when it collided with a Honda Accord that was making a left turn from Adams…
Rite Aid closing Petoskey store, pharmacies in Northern Michigan
PETOSKEY — Rite Aid is closing stores in Petoskey and Gaylord and its pharmacy operations in Sault Ste. Marie as the pharmacy chain continues to grapple with the aftermath of a bankruptcy filing last year. According to the company's website, the pharmacies in Gaylord, Petoskey and Sault Ste. Marie are closed or will be closing soon. It said prescription information for those outlets is available from competitor Walgreens. The Charlevoix store and pharmacy remain open. ...
Happy 100 Years as Sailors Take to Open Waters
A record-setting 322 sailboats start their journey to Mackinac Island on a gorgeous, sunny day. (For comparison, the count is usually closer to 200 boats.) This race holds the title of the longest, continuously-run, freshwater race in the world. [Sponsored by Bluewater.org]
ACE FREHLEY – Full Set From 80’s Rock Invasion Show In St. Ignace Streaming
Ace Frehley headlined the 80’s Rock Invasion at Kewadin Casino in St. Ignace, MI on July 20. Other acts that performed were Great White, Slaughter, Steve Adler, and Vixen. “New York Groove” (with “God Of Thunder” tease) “Rip It Out”. “Detroit Rock City”. “Love Her All...
All-Mackinac Crew Gets Underway
As the Bayview Yacht Club’s 100th Mackinac Race gets underway, Islanders will be rooting for the home team. The only entry from the Mackinac Island Yacht Club (MIYC) in the race, Rascal, a Catalina 34 MKII, will be crewed by Team Mackinac. She is skippered by owner, Bart Huthwaite, Jr., son of the late Bart Huthwaite who helped find and […] The post All-Mackinac Crew Gets Underway first appeared on Mackinac Island Town Crier.
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