COOPERATIVE FOCUS
The Path of Patriots
Virginia gave rise to a revolution, a democratic republic and eight presidents July 2026 by Chris Dovi, Contributing Writer As the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence from Great Britain — and, more importantly, the birth of its democratic...
Recharging the Workforce
According to BLS, there will be 7% employment growth for power line workers from 2024 to 2034 — nearly 11,000 job openings per year for power line installers and repairers.
Future on the Line
Southside Virginia Community College is celebrating its Power Line Worker Training School’s 10th anniversary throughout 2026.
Do You Believe in Magic?
In Virginia, there are three A Moment of Magic chapters that make regular visits to bring joy to children in hospitals and community spaces. JMU’s chapter is the most established.
Getting Lost in the Season
Exploring “a-maze-ing” fall fun September 2025 by Kari Smith, Contributing Writer There’s something about the colorful changing of the leaves and the crisp autumn air that draws people outdoors to celebrate harvest season. Pool days and beach trips are traded for...
Quiet on the Set!
Now in its 12th year, The Northern Virginia Motion Picture Co-Op has officially produced nine films.
Leading Horses to Water
On July 30, the world-famous Chincoteague Pony Swim will celebrate its 100th anniversary.
The Cheese Ministry
Rockingham County ministry provides for both dairy farmers and people in need June 2025 by Preston Knight, Contributing Writer Struggling dairy farmers needed a plan. Former Rockingham Cooperative’s Keith Turner offered something more. Hope. “Hope is a powerful...
The Little Pig That Could
Electric cooperative CFO’s daughter, 9, writes debut book May 2025 by Mark Thomas, Contributing Writer When young Kaylee Lynn Bullock met Esme, a spirited black piglet with a soft pink snout, it was love at first sight. Esme was born at the farm next to Kaylee’s...