by Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) | September 13, 2026 | Staying in the Know
With the change in season, some simple changes at home can help you save energy—while still maintaining comfort—in the cooler fall months. Get a free energy-saving pack.FOCUS ON ENERGY®, our partner in energy efficiency, offers eligible customers a variety of...
by Carla Williams | September 13, 2026 | Staying in the Know
New shoes? Check. Fresh backpack? Check. Pens, pencils, notebooks and enough folders to hopefully make it through the first semester? Check. Back-to-school season comes with a familiar checklist. Families stock up on supplies, communities host backpack giveaways, and...
by Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) | August 24, 2026 | Staying in the Know
Stay cool and comfortable at home with these tips from MGE. Use a qualified contractor to professionally maintain your central air at least every two years. And, be sure to routinely clean leaves and grass clippings off your outdoor air conditioning unit. Run major...
by Phillip Haddix | July 1, 2026 | Staying in the Know
For essentially the past three years, I have been studying the lives and work of various Black activists of the 19th century. While this began as research for an exhibit put together by the Onondaga Historical Association in the fall and winter of 2024 in...
by Carla Williams | July 1, 2026 | Staying in the Know
There is something almost sacred about prom season in Black communities. The living room turns into a photo studio. Somebody’s aunt is steaming dresses in the background. Uncles are outside arguing over camera angles. Little cousins are running through the house while...
by Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) | May 30, 2026 | Staying in the Know
While we often think of landscaping as a way to add curb appeal, planting smart can also help you save energy. To achieve maximum savings, it’s key to plant the proper tree or shrub in the proper place. You need to consider what’s located above and below...
