Power of Co-op Communities: From the REA to Today—the Enduring Power of Connection
When the Rural Electrification Act (REA) passed in 1936, it did more than bring electric lines to farms—it powered a movement. Built by neighbors...
Discovering Michigan’s Magic: Cassondra Wanders’ Adventure Series
Embark on an Adventure through Time & Space
Nestled in the charming city of Portage, Michigan, Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Experience (Air Zoo) is...
Snowy Owls Return to Michigan
By Yvette Pecha
Every winter, “snowbirds” who live in the colder northern parts of North America leave their three-season residences behind in a bid to...
Sounds of the Past
By Martin Stec, a Presque Isle Electric & Gas Cooperative member
These days, the sound of Mullet Lake on a summer afternoon is the growl...
Best of Michigan: Pizza
We’ve rounded up the best places to grab a slice with this member-recommended list.
Silver Beach Pizza, Saint Joseph
They have a big selection of delicious...
Wild Art
Mushrooms are unassuming and hard to unearth sometimes, but totally worth the time and effort to bring out into the light. A little like...
From Capitol Hill to Co-op Storm Recovery: John Kran’s First Weeks at MECA
When John Kran stepped into his new role as president and CEO of the Michigan Electric Cooperative Association (MECA), he expected the usual whirlwind...
From the Classroom to the Coffee Table
Back in 2019, Tyler Leipprandt was balancing life as a teacher with a side hustle in drone photography—primarily in real estate. Fast forward to...
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...
Sweet Breakfast
Growing up in a small dairy farming community in the country, there were not a lot of options for jobs, but one of my...
















