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

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?

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Breaking Bad

Breaking Bad

Here are four proven strategies to help you stop unwanted behaviors in their tracks.

Local Events

Local Events

Veterans Day Ceremony Lexington 10 a.m. | Saturday, Nov. 11 | Lexington Presbyterian Church sanctuary This event was entrusted to the Lexington Woman’s Club because of its long record of service to the community beginning in 1911. The event could not be carried out...

Safety First for Standby Generators

Safety First for Standby Generators

National Public Radio reported shortly after the height of the COVID-19 pandemic that manufacturers and retailers were experiencing a “boom” in residential sales of standby power generators. Last May, The New York Times reported that — notwithstanding the surge in...

Energy-efficient tip of the month

Energy-efficient tip of the month

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 like slow cookers, air fryers and Instant Pots consume less energy. When...

Connecting Rural Virginia

Connecting Rural Virginia

Co-op leaders continue collaboration for broadband interests in local communities at Rural Fiber Expo Many industry professionals and legislators from Virginia, Maryland and neighboring states gathered for the third annual Rural Fiber Expo in September. The event,...

Five Ways to Safeguard Your Home this Winter

Five Ways to Safeguard Your Home this Winter

As the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, there’s a natural inclination to create a warm and cozy haven at home. Unfortunately, as we see increased use of heating equipment, candles and electrical items, the number of home fires tends to increase during...