The Call of the Wild
When you are exploring the Upper Peninsula, whether in vacation mode or simply tooling around your hometown, there is a sense that the “wild”...
Featured Recipe: Chocolate Zucchini Cake
By Cindy Thome, Alger Delta Cooperative Electric Association
3 cups shredded zucchini (3 medium)1/2 cup butter1/2 cup vegetable oil1 3/4 cup sugar2 beaten eggs1 teaspoon...
Inspiring Others While Sailing the Dream
For anyone who has considered moving to an island to pursue a passion for sailing, take inspiration from Hugh and Julie Covert. After making...
Coon Hunt
My dad had 17 coon hounds and a war surplus Willys Jeep (circa 1940s). It had a canvas top, a windshield, and no doors....
Holiday Tips
The holidays are a magical time, and it’s also the most expensive time of year for many of us. Here are tips to reduce...
Spanning the Mitten: Michigan’s Most Iconic Bridges
Michigan’s unique geography—with over 11,000 inland lakes, 120 major rivers, and borders on four Great Lakes—has made bridges essential to connecting people, peninsulas, and...
Best Of Michigan: Wineries
For a taste of Michigan in every sip, enjoy these member-recommended wineries (in no particular order) for your next getaway or celebration. Michigan wineries...
Should I Change My Charging Habits?
Four things to know about extending rechargeable battery life
Many of us are so connected to our phones, tablets, and laptops that we panic when...
The Thrill Of The Chill
By Yvette Pecha
It’s February in Michigan, and the deep freeze is here. Some people will complain, some will seek respite in warmer regions, and...
The Driving Force: Why Two Members Choose To Drive An Electric Vehicle
Electric vehicles remain a hot topic in 2019, as the purchase and use of EVs has fast-tracked in popularity across the country. In rural...
















