LUDINGTON, MI – The S.S. Badger was scheduled to set off across Lake Michigan today for propeller work in Wisconsin, but the trip has been delayed due to weather, officials announced.

Then, an “elusive” nocturnal creature made an appearance. “During the course of 10 days, a ferret badger was recorded on numerous occasions in that particular location,” according to the ...

The Badger will be in Sturgeon Bay about two weeks, starting April 30, for work. The car ferry's 2025 season is expected to start May 16, with crossings through June 19 for the spring season.