Back in the Day

By Yvette Pecha Electric cooperative director recalls life in rural Michigan—and how it changed with electricity Louis Wenzlaff is somewhat of a luminary in the Thumb...

The Call Of The Michigan Wild

In the Midwest, hunting and fishing are more than just seasons, they are often traditions. For a group of childhood friends from Escanaba in...

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....

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...

A Hidden Culinary Gem in Leelanau

A Small Creamery with Big ImpactTucked away in Suttons Bay, Leelanau Cheese has been a standout in the craft cheese world for over 25...

A Slice Of Home

Farm Country Cheese House is appropriately named for the striking farm country it is surrounded by in Lakeview, Mich. The cheese company is bordered...

Restoring Power, Rebuilding Communities

When disaster strikes, electric cooperatives strike back. Whether it’s a hurricane in the South, an ice storm in the Midwest, or wildfires in the...

The Butterfly Effect

As the ground thaws and the world warms up, one of the planet’s great travelers and most recognizable insects returns to Michigan from its...

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...

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...