Together With You

Together With You

REC’s mission in economic development is simple — to align with the local community’s vision for their future.

‘I Became a Lineman to Help People’

‘I Became a Lineman to Help People’

REC Crew Helps Bring Power to Village in Guatemala They’ve traversed the marshy tidewaters and the rocky heights of the Blue Ridge Mountains here in Virginia. They’ve restored power in the blazing heat under a blanket of humidity and in the freezing cold with heavy...

Caring for Our Communities

Caring for Our Communities

REC, Members Partner to Make a Difference More than 32,000 REC members round up their electric bill each month, donate a set amount or make a onetime donation. Their generosity results...

REC Plans for the Future While Putting Members First

REC Plans for the Future While Putting Members First

Strategic vision shines light on Cooperative’s commitment to excellence. Putting Members First You’ve probably seen the stories: Utilities nationwide face pressure to improve the grid in preparation for an onslaught of electric-vehicle charging. At the same time, they...

Safeguard Your Home for Winter

Safeguard Your Home for Winter

Ensure carbon monoxide and smoke detectors are working properly. If your detectors are battery-operated, replace the batteries annually. Test the detectors once a month and give them a good dusting to ensure the sensors are clear of dirt and debris. Inspect electrical...

Energy Efficiency: Kitchen Tips

Energy Efficiency: Kitchen Tips

The holiday season is upon us, and that means we’ll be using more energy in the kitchen! When possible, cook with smaller countertop appliances instead of the stovetop or oven. Smaller appliances such as slow cookers, air fryers and Instant Pots consume less energy....

Stronger Together

Stronger Together

VMDAEC celebrates 80 years October 2024 by Gregg MacDonald, Staff Writer In 1964, when U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Orville Freeman proclaimed Co-Op Month a nationally recognized event to be celebrated annually each October, the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware...

Vanquish Vacation Weight

Vanquish Vacation Weight

Some simple steps to shed the surplus October 2024 by Vanessa LaFaso Stolarski, Contributing Columnist Returning from vacation with a few extra pounds is common and nothing to get too obsessive about. After all, you enjoyed your time away. There’s no need to ruin the...

Carve Out Some Time for These Pumpkin Recipes

Carve Out Some Time for These Pumpkin Recipes

Soft Cinnamon Pumpkin Cookies recipe courtesy of Sophia Jennings Ingredients: 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup butter, melted ½ cup granulated sugar, divided ¼ cup brown sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1...

Of Light & Magic

Of Light & Magic

Every Halloween, Noel Dickover turns the front lawn of his Centreville, Va., home into a sprawling showcase of beautifully intricate, hand-carved pumpkins, all softly aglow.