Floating Michigan Rivers

By Julie Kate O’Brien, a Great Lakes Energy Cooperative member The rivers of Michigan have danced through my soul since an early age. Bank fishing,...

From Curiosity to Connection: My Electric Co-op Journey

By David Wahl Eighteen months ago, I had no idea what an electric cooperative was—let alone how one could completely change my life. Now, I’m...

Best Burgers In Our Great Lakes State

Check out these recommendations from fellow members to find mouthwatering burgers around Michigan. J & B’s Bar & Grill ”Our favorite burger place is J &...

The Happiness Project

At a time when contagious is a bad word, there is something beautiful about the infectious joy that emanates from Marcella and John Costin....

One Last Hunt

By: Bob Smith, a HomeWorks Tri-County Cooperative member Do you have one particular day each year you look forward to more than any other? New...

Best of Michigan: Hiking Trails

Bucket List From Fellow Members— Go Out And Explore Michigan! White Pine Trail The White Pine Trail runs 92-miles from its southern point in Comstock Park...

The Old Ball Games

By Carol Higgins, Midwest Energy & Communications member I was born in 1954, the oldest of eight. We didn’t go many places together, but my...

Grandma Grace

By Rik Cryderman, Presque Isle Electric & Gas Co-op member. Rik is a retired hospital chaplain who worked for Beaumont Health for more than 30...

Road Trippin’ With Christal Frost: Legends, Loss, & Restoration

https://youtu.be/8CGoThL-HMY I think everyone can relate to wanting to “get away from it all.” The chance to disconnect from our modern lives and reconnect with...

Fall Road Trippin’ With Christal Frost: Harbor Springs & Cross Village

Fall is my absolute favorite time of year, and northern Michigan is the perfect place for a fall road trip! My traveling companion and...

Pizza Recipes Due by June 1

Share your favorite “Pizza” recipe with us by June 1 and you could win a $100.00 credit on your electric bill. Plus, there’s more! To...