A publication of the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives

Plugging Into Knowledge

Plugging Into Knowledge

A guide to electric vehicle ownership August 2024 by Jennah Denney, Contributing Columnist The automotive industry is undergoing a transformative shift as some consumers are making the switch to electric vehicles. At first glance, electric vehicles offer numerous...

If You Build It, They Will Come

If You Build It, They Will Come

Making a window feeder for home birdwatching August 2024 content courtesy of StatePoint Media Very few things are more relaxing than the fantastic sight and sound of birds. A 2022 study even uncovered profound mental health benefits to birdwatching, including stress...

A Heated Conversation

A Heated Conversation

Air conditioning is a benefit of heat pump technology August 2024 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: My heating system is 10-plus years old, and I want to switch to a heat pump. Can you help me choose...

Snakes Alive!

Snakes Alive!

Even if you’re facing the holidays without beloved members of your family, there’s still lots to do for the holiday hustle.

Creating a Pet-Friendly Home

Creating a Pet-Friendly Home

Five steps toward coexisting with your dog August 2024 story courtesy of Family Features As much as you love your pets and work hard to make them part of the family, they’re also a big responsibility. Part of that responsibility includes setting up your home so it’s...

Celebrating National Dog Month

Celebrating National Dog Month

Stay cool with these canine-friendly adventures August 2024 by Amanda Sue Creasey, Outdoors Writer While traditionally associated with the hot, humid slog that begins at the end of July, the dog days of summer took on a fresh meaning in 2020 when August was officially...