This Michigan port city built on woods and water shows why it's a must-visit destination. Ludington was built on ... first Europeans to create a detailed map of the Mississippi River, and his ...

Two Michigan cities, Ludington and Mackinac Island, are nominated for USA TODAY's 10Best historic small towns in the U.S. Ludington was voted number one in the contest in 2024 and is known for its ...

Michigan's Ludington State Park entrance road, M-116, will undergo a $2.5 million resurfacing project from April 14 to late June. The road work coincides with ongoing park renovations, including ...

Instead, newbies and experienced hunters looking for potential hot spots should check out the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Mi-Morels map. The map may give foragers some clues on ...

Ahoy! When the 2025 sailing season begins in May, passengers planning a trip aboard Michigan’s car ferry service from Ludington, Michigan, to Manitowoc, Wisconsin, can plan on new and enhanced ...

Six Michigan small towns were recognized in USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Mackinac Island, Ludington, Marquette, Traverse City, Grand Haven and Saugatuck received awards in various ...

Patrick and Nicole Nelson met while working summer jobs on the S.S. Badger car ferry. The couple married in 2020 and now have a daughter. Patrick works as a mate on the Badger during the summer ...

LUDINGTON, MI – A former summer employee on the S.S. Badger returned 65 years later for a leisurely trip across Lake Michigan and was welcomed by the captain. Bill Bussell, 86, traveled from ...

Michigan residents affected by the recent ice storm can utilize a new online map to find cleared roads. Thousands of residents remain without power, but several support centers are available.

NORTHERN MICHIGAN — A new interactive map will help residents of Northern Michigan navigate which roads have been cleared following destructive ice storms that swept through the region March 29-30.