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

Preparing for Winter

Preparing for Winter

As temperatures drop and the first frost approaches, it’s time to take steps to winterize your lawn to ensure a lush, green comeback next spring.

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A Helping Hand

A Helping Hand

What is mutual aid and why does it matter? June 2024 by Jennah Denney, Contributing Columnist Electric cooperatives employ a variety of methods to reduce the likelihood of power outages — such as regular tree trimming, equipment maintenance and repairs, and local grid...

Set It and Forget It

Set It and Forget It

Putting your home in vacay mode June 2024 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: How can I lower my electric bill when I’m gone on vacation? A: While you are off enjoying a new adventure or time away, give your home’s equipment a vacation too. As a rule, you...

A Heartfelt Thank You

A Heartfelt Thank You

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

Ponies & Pontoons

Ponies & Pontoons

A magical day with Daisey’s Island Cruises June 2024 by Amanda S. Creasey, Outdoors Writer As my alarm goes off at 6:45 a.m. on a Saturday, I question why I thought the morning tour time was a good idea. I had a 9 a.m. option, an 11 a.m. option and a 2:30 p.m. option....

Boot Scootin’ in the DMV: Why Line Dancing is So Popular

Boot Scootin’ in the DMV: Why Line Dancing is So Popular

May 2024 by Caroline Koutsos, Capital News Service The Electric Slide, Cupid Shuffle, Cotton-Eyed Joe and Cha Cha Slide: Just a few of the most popular ways to get everyone up out of their seats and onto the dance floor at any function. These iconic songs are also...

Songbird Needs Protection From Sea Level Rise, Group Tells Feds

Songbird Needs Protection From Sea Level Rise, Group Tells Feds

Center for Biological Diversity petitions to put saltmarsh sparrow on Endangered Species list May 2024 by Charlie Paullin, Virginia Mercury An environmental organization is asking the federal government to list the saltmarsh sparrow, a bird living on wetlands on the...