Put-in-Bay Daily

05/06/2026

Planning a spring trip to Put-in-Bay?

Several island businesses and Miller Ferry are offering bundled spring travel packages this season, including ferry transportation, lodging and golf cart deals.

Visitors planning spring trips to Put-in-Bay can now find bundled ferry, lodging and golf cart packages through Miller Ferry and island businesses.

05/06/2026

Put-in-Bay voters have decided on the proposed 0.5% increase to the island’s existing resort tax.

Results from both the Village and Township measures are now available.

Full breakdown and what it means: link in comments.

05/01/2026

It’s officially starting. The Jet Express Ferry is running—and several Put-in-Bay businesses are opening their doors for the first time this season today.

Full story in the comments.

04/24/2026

Whiskey Light is back this weekend.

That’s the moment the season officially starts on Put-in-Bay.

But it’s not the only thing happening early this year.

We put together a quick list of the top early season events worth knowing before summer kicks in.

Link in comments.

04/23/2026

Put-in-Bay teacher Melissa Kowalski has been named a 2026 recipient of a national science teaching award.

She’s now received multiple national honors for her work in the classroom.

Full story in the comments.

04/22/2026

Put-in-Bay voters will decide on a proposed resort tax increase on May 5.

What it means, how much it could generate, and what it would impact ⬇️

Link in comments

04/02/2026

Put-in-Bay School’s April update is out.

Students traveled to Washington, D.C., brought home multiple science fair awards, and new details were shared on the upcoming building renovation.

Full update in comments 👇

03/26/2026

They stood at the monument for more than 100 years.
This week, they’re gone.

A look at the history of the Austrian pines — and what they meant to Put-in-Bay.

Link in comments.

03/24/2026

Pizza with a Cop is happening tonight in Put-in-Bay.

Time, location, and details:

Pizza with a Cop is happening tonight at the Put-in-Bay Yacht Club from 6–8PM. Meet Chief Mike Dillon and local officers. Free pizza provided.

03/17/2026

Heard it on Put-in-Bay too.

A loud boom reported across Ohio around 9 AM Tuesday was also heard on the island. The National Weather Service says a meteor may be the cause.

Details in comments 👇

03/16/2026

One of the first signs the season is getting closer.

Ferry service to Put-in-Bay begins limited trips Wednesday before returning to the regular schedule Thursday.

Details below ⬇️