An Eggceptional Experience I Will Never Forget!
I will never forget my visit to an ethnic art fair outside of Detroit’s Cobo Hall at the age of 12. It is one...
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...
Best Of Michigan Campgrounds
Sleep under the stars at these favorite member campgrounds.
Scottville Riverside Park, Scottville
This park is really nice and is located right off the Pere Marquette...
Shades of Lavender: A Dream Come True
By Janene Rawlinson, Midwest Energy & Communications Member
Imagine rows of purple flowers and the scent of lavender in the air. In addition to its...
Worms of Misfortune
By Margaret Elwood, a Presque Isle Electric & Gas Co-op member
In the summer of 1937, my older sister Barb and I found ourselves knee-deep...
Hartwick Pines State Park: Evading the Axe
By Yvette Pecha
Before being known for automobiles, Michigan was a primary hub in the logging industry. In fact, it was the nation’s leading lumber-producing...
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,...
The One-Room Schoolhouse
By Claudia Sanderson, a Presque Isle Electric & Gas Co-op member
The history of a one-room schoolhouse is embedded in my heart. I was born...
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...
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...
Heirloom Recipes Due by September 1
Share your favorite “Heirloom” recipe with us by September 1 and you could win a $100.00 credit on your electric bill. Plus, there’s more!
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