Plant A Tree In The Right Place

Earth Day is April 22. Show the earth some love, and plant a tree. Choose the right tree for the right place and avoid future...

Plant the right tree in the right place

  Before you plant a tree, look up and look out. Use this handy infographic to guide your planting decisions.  

Perform An Annual Safety Inspection On Your Boat And Dock Before Lifting The Anchor

Water comprises almost one-half of Michigan, so it’s easy to see why the state boasts a thriving recreational industry and leads the nation with...

Security Tips For Connected Devices

Today’s market offers a plethora of new gadgets and devices that claim to make our homes smarter, safer, and more efficient. But as with...

3 Ways To Protect Electronics From Power Surges

Power surges can cause major damage to electrical items in your home. Did you know there are ways to protect your products from electrical...

DANGER! Outlet Overload

Every year, U.S. fire departments respond to an estimated 25,900 home electrical fires. These fires cause an estimated 280 deaths, 1,125 injuries and $1.1...

Top 10 Rules for Kids About Electrical Safety

Electricity is a dynamic power source. Many home electrical fires, injuries and electrocutions can be prevented when we understand and practice electrical safety. This...

How To Prevent Electric Shock Drowning

Each year, 3,800 people in the U.S. die from drowning. Electric shock drowning occurs when an electric current escapes boats, docks, and lights near marinas, shocking...

6 Portable Generator Safety Tips

Keep it outside NEVER run a generator indoors or in partly-enclosed areas, such as garages. Using a fan or opening doors and windows will not...

Use Your Space Heater Safely

Many people use space heaters for winter warmth, but they can be dangerous if used improperly. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that 25,000 home fires every...

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! To...