Eighty Years at a Glance: 1946-2026
October 2026 FOR THE LOVE OF FIRSTS October 1946: First issue of Rural Virginia with a circulation of about 20,000 August 1950: Reports on Virginia’s first family to...
It’s Fall, Y’all
Autumn has arrived, with fall leaves, brilliant sunsets, pretty poses and more seasonal splendor.
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Neighborhood
Timeless and Tempting
On Winchester’s charming downtown pedestrian mall, Water Street Kitchen is serving up classic comfort food in a relaxed atmosphere.
Rural Lobster
I’ve loved lobster since my very first buttery, unforgettable bite, maybe 50 years ago.
Restoring the American Chestnut
The hand pollination happening in the orchard today is not a long-term solution to the American chestnut’s struggle to survive, but a bridge to hopeful restoration.
Fall on the Farm
From the Blue Ridge Mountains to Maryland’s Eastern Shore, here are a few places to experience fall on the farm.
More new features:
Some Things Change; Some Never Will
Eight decades have taught us that many things change. But our purpose does not.
When Delirium Lingers
Researchers hope new findings will pave the way for new strategies to prevent post-operative delirium and reduce the risk of long-term cognitive decline in older patients
A Safe Start to Woodstove Season
Woodstoves offer cozy retreats during frigid winters. But that comfort comes with responsibility — without proper care, woodstoves can pose serious fire risks.
Co-op Month Quiz
Celebrate National Co-Op Month by taking this Energy Explorers quiz!
Aim Carefully
With hunting seasons now open, electric cooperatives want sportsmen and sportswomen to take note: Don’t shoot the lines.
Member-Owned, Member-Led
October is National Co-op Month. We invite you to join us in celebrating the cooperative difference, because your cooperative belongs to you.
Working for the Wilderness
Just like those hidden corners of Virginia you’ve yet to discover, here are some other things you may not know about the state’s Department of Wildlife Resources.
Understanding RGGI
An overview of the regional carbon program October 2026 by Jack McCarthy, Contributing Writer With Virginia’s return to the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, as of July 1, 2026, ratepayers in Virginia, Maryland and Delaware now all participate in the regional carbon...
Understanding RGGI
An overview of the regional carbon program October 2026 by Jack McCarthy, Contributing Writer With Virginia’s return to the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, as of July 1, 2026, ratepayers in Virginia, Maryland and Delaware now all participate in the regional carbon...