Rudyard, Michigan is an unincorporated community in the northeastern portion of Rudyard Township, in Chippewa County, in the Upper Peninsula.
Unincorporated communities don't have defined boundaries in Michigan, but M-48 (W M 48 Business Spur) connects the community with I-75/US-2 to the east, then turns south to join S Mackinac Trail. W H-40 County Highway enters the community from the west.
The North Branch of the Pine River flows through the western portion of Rudyard.
The unincorporated communities of Kinross and Kincheloe are within ten miles of Rudyard, while the only incorporated cities or villages within fifty miles of the community are Sault Ste Marie, St. Ignace, Mackinac Island, Mackinaw City, and Detour.
Founded in 1883, the community was originally known as Pine River. However, when the Soo Line Railroad established a depot there in 1890, its name was changed to Rudyard because there were several other Michigan communities named Pine River.
Rudyard was suggested by Fred Underwood, then manager of the Soo Line, to honor the author, Rudyard Kipling. In response, the author sent a poem written on the back of a photograph to Mr. Underwood entitled, "Kipling's Michigan Twins," a reference to two Michigan communities, Rudyard and Kipling.
A post office was established in Rudyard on January 12, 1891, with Joseph Glendenning as the first postmaster.
Rudyard is a small residential community, but it has a public school system, Rudyard Area Schools, as well as a couple of restaurants, a grocery store, and some other retail businesses that serve local residents as well as visitors, who come to the Upper Peninsula for its outdoor recreational opportunities.
The focus of this portion of our guide is on the settlement known as Rudyard, Michigan. Local businesses, industries, schools, churches, organizations, attractions, events, and recreational opportunities are appropriate topics for this category.
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The public school district serves Rudyard Township, as well as parts of nearby Trout Lake, Kincheloe, and Dafter. The district website publishes a school calendar, strategic plan, student handbook, staff directory, school budget data, an overview of the district, and annual reports. Its elementary and junior/senior high school programs are featured, along with its athletics programs, past yearbooks, a staff handbook, truancy policies, and employment opportunities.
https://rudyard.eupschools.org/
The Rudyard, Michigan co-op was formed largely by Finnish settlers in 1913, and housed in the former Loomis Building. Later, it expanded to include a feed mill, service station, a bulk delivery truck, and a second store in Pickford. Its locations, phone and fax numbers, store hours, and departments are featured. An overview of the business, membership information, weekly advertisements, a weather cam, and information about its support for local educational programs.
https://www.rudyardcoop.com/
Organized in 1883, the civil township is in southern Chippewa County in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Township public school students are served by Rudyard Area Schools. The official township website posts township officials and contacts, meeting agendas and minutes, and election information, as well as a guide to township cemeteries, parks, departments, services, and an area directory. A gallery of photographs depicts various places and events within the township.
http://rudyardtownship.org/
Providing propane, heating oil, gasoline, and diesel fuel in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, the company is located in Rudyard, but serves a wider area. Its residential and commercial products and services include propane delivery, propane tank installations, fuel oil, winterized diesel fuel, on-road and off-road diesel fuel for industrial and heating use, and three grades of gasoline. Pre-buy, budget pay, fixed-price, and automatic delivery programs may also be available.
https://shuteoilandpropane.com/
The auto service, repair, and parts store in Rudyard, Michigan is a NAPA AutoCare Center, ASE certified, and ASA certified facility. Employing factory-trained technicians, the shop is a dealership alternative, offering a 24-month, 24,000-mile warranty on repairs. Its location, a list of services, and special offers are defined. Its address, a map showing its location, hours of operation, and an online contact form are available, and services can be scheduled online.
https://tricountyrudyard.com/
