MORENCI — The Mackinac Bridge may have the most famous Labor Day bridge walk in the state, but Michigan’s southernmost city offers a bridge walk of its own.

The 31st annual Silver Creek Bridge Walk will take place at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 1, on the historic truss bridge at the Michigan-Ohio border in Morenci. This fun, tongue-in-cheek tradition offers a lighthearted alternative to the five-mile Mackinac Bridge Walk up north, drawing participants from across the region to celebrate community. It is organized by the Kiwanis Club of Morenci.

This year’s walk will benefit the Morenci Food Bank, which serves more than 175 people each month. Participants are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food donation to help support local families in need.

The event includes a short and scenic walk across the 81-foot pedestrian bridge. It also features a 60-second open mic for local leaders and guests who would like to say a few words. A free hot dog lunch will be provided by the Kiwanis Club, and commemorative T-shirts will be available for purchase at the event.

Immediately following the walk, the Kiwanis Club will hold a Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser Raffle in partnership with the Morenci Fire Department. Golf balls will be dropped from the department’s bucket truck, and the first three to land in the designated holes will win prizes. First place receives $250, second place receives $100, and third place receives $50. Golf balls are $20 each, and only 150 are available. You do not need to be present to win. All proceeds support Kiwanis of Morenci’s mission to help youth in the community. To enter, see a Kiwanian or stop by Engler, Garrow & Roth in downtown Morenci.