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The Friday Feature w/Sean: Block The Noise ⁉️ Ever feel like the world’s noise is overwhelming? Well, perhaps just listen to “The Truth.” Welcome to Week #252 of The Friday Feature! Lately, I’ve been inspired by a song that’s been on repeat for me: “The Truth” by Megan Woods. It’s a powerful reminder of who […]

The Friday Feature w/Sean: Actions Defense Us Every day, through our actions, we shape the story of who we are and what we stand for. Welcome to Week #251 of The Friday Feature! Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends impacted by the devastating wildfires in California. Nearly 10,000 homes, […]

The Friday Feature w/Sean: No Drama in 2025 Surround yourself with people who lift you up and leave the drama behind! Welcome to Week #250 of The Friday Feature Before diving in, I want to take a moment to send prayers to the friends, families, and first responders in New Orleans and Las […]
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By Sean J. Vanslyke | sean@gosemo.com The SEMO Electric Foundation Scholarship application is open for high school seniors planning to attend college or technical school in fall 2025. Applications are available through high school counselors or by emailing britney@gosemo.com. These scholarships are exclusively for students whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) are SEMO Electric Cooperative member-owners. […]

The Friday Feature w/Sean: Grandpa Won $1 Million Grandpa won $1 million. Welcome to Week #249 of The Friday Feature. For years, my brother-in-law had a special Christmas tradition: gifting scratch-off lottery tickets to a lucky few. After his passing in 2021, we’ve kept the tradition alive in his honor. This Christmas Day, Grandpa […]

The Friday Feature w/Sean: Chase Joy! Chase Joy! Welcome to Week #248 of The Friday Feature! When I wish someone a happy birthday or anniversary, I often add these words: “Chase Joy!” It’s a simple phrase, but one that’s carried me through both the highs and lows of life.

The Friday Feature w/Sean: 12 Sleeps: Take A Breath Twelve Sleeps Until the Big Man Arrives. Welcome to Week 247 of The Friday Feature. Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, one thing is certain: Christmas Day is just twelve sleeps away. As a grandfather, “sleeps” are how we count down the big moments with our […]