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

Modern Smartphones

Modern Smartphones

Is yours up to the challenge of daily life?  April 2025 story courtesy of StatePoint  As smartphones have transformed from simple communication devices to essential tools for navigation, entertainment, productivity and much more, so have their vulnerabilities — and...

Utilitarian Art 

Utilitarian Art 

Southwest Virginia Museum’s quilt show displays the art of practicality April 2025 by Gregg MacDonald, Staff Writer There may be several big stone houses in Big Stone Gap, Va., but one stands out in particular: the Southwest Virginia Museum. Designated a National...

Becoming a Nature Hero

Becoming a Nature Hero

An inside look at wildlife rescue and rehabilitation April 2025 by Amanda S. Creasey, Contributing Columnist One of the greatest thrills of spending time outside is encountering wildlife. Whether it’s a box turtle or bird, fox or frog, rabbit or raccoon, seeing native...

Canine Cleanliness

Canine Cleanliness

Establishing good dental habits as a puppy can set them up for dental success.

How Farmhouses Went Modern

How Farmhouses Went Modern

Design trends for rural homes April 2025 by Jim Winnerman, Contributing Writer You might be familiar with interior decorating styles known as mid-century modern, contemporary or, simply, modern. Less familiar to you may be a design approach known as modern farmhouse....