Check Your Boat, Dock, and the Neighbor’s, Too!

For water fun and safety, there are items you must legally have on your watercraft—life vests, fire extinguisher, throwable floatation device, and properly working...

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...

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...

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...

For Safe Digging, Call Miss DIG

MISS DIG has been the first step in utility damage prevention and excavation safety in Michigan for over 45 years. MISS DIG is a...

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...

Stay Clear of Downed Power Lines

FOLLOW THESE TIPS FROM YOUR ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE TO STAY SAFE: If lines fall on your vehicle, do not drive away or get out. Stay inside...

Powering Up

When electricity goes out, most of us expect power will be restored within a few hours. But when a major storm causes widespread damage,...

Can I Streamline My Passwords?

Ah, passwords—the internet’s most helpful headache.No matter how much you want to protect your data, it can be tempting to simplify your ever-growing password...

Grilled to Perfection Recipes Due by April 1

Share your favorite “Grilled to Perfection” recipe with us by April 1 and you could win a $100.00 credit on your electric bill. Plus,...