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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Peace of Mind

Peace of Mind

NOVEC Solutions Protection Plans Help Homeowners be Prepared Some surprises are joyous, like birthday parties. Others, like an emergency repair on a gas, water, or sewer line ... less joyous. Much, much less joyous. Many homeowners don’t even realize they are...

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.

Doing The Write Thing This Holiday

Doing The Write Thing This Holiday

For 45 years, a public library in Front Royal, Va. has hosted a holiday writing contest that has become a beloved tradition in the local community.

Powering Family-Sustaining Jobs

Powering Family-Sustaining Jobs

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

A Family Commitment to SEC

A Family Commitment to SEC

By Jennifer Wall, Communications Specialist Clyde Robertson retired from SEC as a line technician supervisor in the Crewe office after 31 years of commitment to the Cooperative. He worked for W.E. Boyd Electrical Contractors for 10 years, working exclusively on SEC...