Learning The Lines
The job of an electrical lineworker is physically demanding, can involve long hours in emergency situations, and requires the utmost concentration and focus on...
Before The Bridge
Michigan author Luman Slade has published four books for young readers. One of his books, “There’s a Bear in the Raspberry Patch,” is a...
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...
Best Of Michigan: Craft Beer
Our beautiful state boasts some of the best beer in the nation. You can’t throw a rock in Michigan without hitting a great brewery...
Best Of Michigan: Chocolatiers
Chocolate isn’t just for Valentine’s Day. Every occasion is better with chocolate, right? Indulge yourself with these member-recommended chocolate shops (in no particular order)....
A Thrice-Worn Dress
By Laura Payne, Great Lakes Energy Cooperative member
A refreshing trend has begun in the world of weddings. Brides are not always looking for the...
Featured Recipe: Salmon Salad
1 bag salad greensthinly sliced red onion rings1 (4-ounce) can sockeye (red) salmon1 sliced hardboiled egg1 tablespoon capers (salt dried, if possible)
Vinaigrette Dressing:1/4 cup...
Building Beyond Bricks
Strong houses are made of concrete, lumber, and shingles, but a strong home is much more—it’s a place for family, for coming together, and...
Get In, Get Out, Get to Work
Tornados in Michigan are unexpected and rare—but they can, and will, happen. Proof is the EF-3 class tornado that tore through Gaylord, Michigan, in...
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...
Favorite Fall Recipes Due by August 1
Share your favorite “Favorite Fall” recipe with us by August 1 and you could win a $100.00 credit on your electric bill. Plus, there’s...
