Meet Michigan’s First Lady of Energy
Often referred to as Michigan’s “Energy Czar,” Valerie Brader chuckles at that moniker. She appreciates the respect, but prefers the title that Gov. Rick...
Sweet Success
Petoskey’s new Maple Moon Family Sugary promotes Michigan’s economy and energy efficient technology.
Todd Petersen sees far more in maple trees than the leaves turning...
Chocolates To Love
Sweethearts have expressed their affection with heart-shaped boxes of chocolates since British candy maker Richard Cadbury introduced the romantic packaging for Valentine’s Day in...
Mixing it up at Short’s Brewing
Joe Short thinks of beer brewing as a “noble profession”—one rooted in ancient history. The drink of royalty and the common man, beer and...
The UP200 Sled Dog Racers Mush On
The image of a bundled and booted individual on the back of a sled pulled by a dozen magnificent dogs seems like a scene...
Get your kicks on Michigan’s Route 66
Jazz pianist Nat King Cole immortalized driving the open road with his 1946 hit song, “Route 66,” a swinging rendition about traveling the fabled...
Bringing Spirits Home: Iron Fish Distillery Embraces Its Roots
Every year Great Lakes steelhead return to their home in the Betsie River, running inland throughout northwest Michigan. Like these tenacious fish, the proprietors...
Hatching A Plan For The Future
The Jordan River National Fish Hatchery (JRNFH) located in Elmira, Mich., is a Great Lakes Energy Cooperative Member, and is one of the village...
Up In The Air: Michigan Sky Media’s Aerial Photography
Every artist finds a way to show others the world from a different perspective. For Tyler Leipprandt, photographer and owner of Michigan Sky Media,...
Making a Difference: From Leelanau to Africa
A Michigan logger makes life better in a small town a world away.
When Jim Kirt left the family farm in Leelanau County, he chose...
Salads With a Twist Recipes Due by March 1
Share your favorite “Salads With a Twist” recipe with us by March 1 and you could win a $100.00 credit on your electric bill....
