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

Not Just a Fruitcake

Not Just a Fruitcake

“The boys were doubtful, but they ate it,” recalls 82-year-old Judy Heflin, of Warrenton, Va., with a laugh.

She’s referring to when her three sons first tasted a fruitcake Heflin made from a recipe she discovered within the pages of a 1987 issue of Rural Living magazine, which is now called Cooperative Living.

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Where the Rubber Meets the Road

Where the Rubber Meets the Road

With a variety of options on the market, consumers who are shopping for a new vehicle have a lot to consider these days. Should they buy another gas-powered internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle? Should they go fully electric? What about a hybrid?

Staying Relevant

Staying Relevant

All across the country, AmeriCorps Seniors connects people aged 55 and older with opportunities to volunteer in their communities.

Things I am Grateful For

Things I am Grateful For

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

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.

From Locating to Linework

From Locating to Linework

Growing up on a New Jersey farm and competing in a variety of youth sports, Megan Simmons thought she found her calling as a utility locator at age 19. A short pursuit of a nursing career led to the realization that she was meant to work outdoors.

2024 Holiday Guide

2024 Holiday Guide

Make your shopping, snacking and memory-making a little easier with this year’s Cooperative Living Holiday Guide.