Mackinac State Historic Parks Funding Restored
By Karen Gould
     Governor Jennifer Gran-holm returned a $1.5 million general fund appropriation to Mackinac State Historic Parks Thursday, September 29, with her signature on Senate Bill 274. The budget bill was signed just days before the state
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Council May Consider Island Bike Helmet Law
Grand Hotel President Appeals for Rule
     Dan Musser III, president of Grand Hotel, appealed to the Mackinac Island City Council Wednesday, September 28, for a mandatory bike helmet law. Mayor Margaret Doud promised to work out a strategy for the proposed edict and how it could be enforced. Such an ordinance would also have to include visit
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Why did the turtle cross the road?
To get to Veterans Memorial Park.
     After most Island visitors had headed for dinner, this brave
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Scott Roguska Produces Films, Gives ‘Jester’ Awards
By Karen Gould
     There was no red carpet in place to greet arriving guests. No paparazzi stood on the sidelines snapping photos. Not one screaming fan could be heard begging for autographs. There was no line of long black limousines to deliver stars.
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Stuart House Exhibits Historic Replicas
Island Buildings Focus of Miniature Gallery Display
By Jessica Delaney
     Memories, talent, and a strong sense of community have come together for one of the newest exhibits at the Stuart House museum. On display in the Stuart Gallery are four replicas of historic buildings on the Island: the Thomas Ferry School, Little Stone Church, Mission Church, and the Court House.
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