The Digital Dawn
Celebrating the sixth decade of Cooperative Living July 2026 by Laura Emery, Staff Writer In celebration of Cooperative Living’s 80th anniversary, each issue this year...
Stars, Stripes & Smiles
It’s the time of year for stars, stripes, smiles and so much Fourth of July fun!
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Comfort with Class
Trummer’s is perfect for a meal that balances elegance and elevation with casual comfort and refined homestyle favorites.
Lost in the Lot
ILately, I’ve had trouble finding my car at times. Several times.
Summer Treats
Brighten up your summer with these fruit recipes!
The Homefront Heroes
As you spend the warm months outdoors, challenge yourself to discover the different bees buzzing around in your neighborhood.
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Honoring Our Past, Energizing Our Future
This year, we celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary, 90 years since the Rural Electrification Act sparked the cooperative movement, and 80 years since this magazine was established.
Behind the Acronyms
The electric grid is regulated at the federal level through organizations such as the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
Timing is Everything
Small changes at home can make a meaningful difference and help lower your energy bills.
When Storms Turn Serious
When the weather turns dangerous, get inside, stay informed and don’t take chances with summer storms.
Bright Ideas
With a little planning, you can make your home brighter, cozier and more energy efficient.
Mission to Modernize
At its core, grid modernization is about building a more resilient electric system.
Return to Power
When an outage occurs, your co-op’s crews follow a proven, step-by-step restoration process designed to bring power back to the greatest number of members in the shortest amount of time.