"Mighty Mac" 50 Years of linking peninsulas

I have had a love affair with the Straits of Mackinac since 1958, the year after the Mackinac Bridge opened bringing together the residents of the Upper Peninsula ("Yoopers") with the residents of the lower peninsula ("Trolls" - because we live beneath the bridge).

As one drives north on Interstate 75 and catches a glimpse of the bridge towers in the distance, you cannot help but feel entranced by the sight. I never get tired of seeing them. It's well worth the $2.50 one-way fare.

I dream of the opportunity to get to the top of one of the bridge towers to take in the view. We are so fortunate to live in this beautiful state. (For you out-of-staters, consider visiting our wonderland).

Here are some sites to check out regarding "Mighty Mac." (Copy and paste the links to your web browser)

http://www.mackinacbridge.org/

http://www.mightymac.org/

http://www.michigan.gov/mdot/0,1607,7-151-9618_11016---,00.html

http://www.fishweb.com/maps/cheboygan/mackinawcity/bridge/index.html

http://forums.detnews.com/history/story/index.cfm?category=locations&id=156

http://bridgepros.com/projects/Mackinac/Mackinac.htm

http://www.michigan.gov/hal/0,1607,7-160-17451_18670_18793-53649--,00.html

http://www.mackinac.com/content/general/mackinac_bridge.html

http://hunts-upguide.com/st__ignace_mackinac_bridge.html

http://absolutemichigan.com/dig/michigan/michigans-mackinac-bridge/