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🌱 Why two viral Brits are eyeing Mackinac Island for their summer return

Mackinac Island, Michigan Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Mackinac Island! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why two viral Brits are eyeing Mackinac Island for their summer return
  • How to enjoy Mackinac Island’s charm on a careful day-trip budget
  • How does Mackinac Island fit into a Great Lakes cruise adventure?

Also on today's calendar: Biddle House, featuring the Mackinac Island Native... and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 68 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Thursday: A couple of afternoon showers, temps: high: 72, low: 57.
  • Friday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 65 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Josh and Jase Plan ‘Exciting,' ‘Bucket List Stuff' for Detroit (hourdetroit.com) — Mackinac Island is on the itinerary this August for British influencers Josh & Jase, who want to experience the island’s very different summer vibe after a winter visit. They’re planning a Michigan-wide return road trip, revisiting spots like Saugatuck and Pictured Rocks, meeting fans, and possibly adding live events while showcasing local foods and communities to their large online audience.
   

2. 12 Michigan Summer Day Trips That Are Big On Fun And Easy On The Wallet (everafterinthewoods.com) — Mackinac Island is highlighted as a quieter, car-free escape where you can keep costs down by walking or biking, packing snacks, and focusing on free lake views and historic streets. The broader guide rounds up other affordable Michigan day trips, but emphasizes how even a budget-conscious visit to the island can feel full and memorable without pricey extras.
   

3. I've sailed oceans, rivers and the Great Lakes. Here's the difference. (usatoday.com) — Mackinac Island appears here as one of several stops on a Great Lakes cruise, highlighting it as a smaller, scenic destination alongside big cities like Milwaukee and Detroit. The story compares what travelers can expect from Great Lakes, river, and ocean cruises, emphasizing smaller ships, walkable ports, and more inclusive, activity-filled itineraries that may appeal to island-bound travelers considering regional cruising options.
   

4. Biz leaders push data centers, warning Michigan may miss ‘golden ticket' (dailypress.net) — Business and political leaders meeting on Mackinac Island for the Mackinac Policy Conference are clashing over how aggressively Michigan should court massive data centers, including a $7 billion project in Saline Township. While backers at the island gathering tout jobs and tax revenue, polling shows many residents statewide want stricter regulations and remain wary of hosting these facilities near their communities.
   

5. Detroit City Council President looks forward to working with mayor on poverty and transit issues (wdet.org) — Mackinac Island briefly enters the picture as Detroit City Council President James Tate reflects on his visit to the Mackinac Policy Conference and his new leadership role. He describes working with Mayor Mary Sheffield and prioritizing Detroit’s poverty and transit challenges, hoping better transportation options can help narrow the city’s income gap.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • PFAS are a group of widely used and potentially harmful chemicals used in products that repel oil, water, stains and grease.
    Reduce your exposure to PFAS when and wherever possible. Learn how at Michigan.gov/PFAS. (Nextdoor )
  • Davidson Hospitality Group posted a job opening for Line Cooks in Mackinac Island. Apply here.
  • Schulte posted a job opening for Activities and Wellness Manager in Mackinac Island. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mackinac Island here.

Ok Mackinac Island! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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