COOPERATIVE FOCUS
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...
Where Life is ‘Just Peachy’
Welcome to Fruit Hill Orchard in Palmyra, Va. August 2024 by Laura Emery, Staff Writer “Just peachy” perfectly describes life at Fruit Hill Orchard in Palmyra, Va., from July 2 until shortly after Labor Day. That’s because it’s peach season, and there are peaches...
A Showcase of Safety and Skill
Lineworker rodeo promotes camaraderie, development, peace of mind July 2024 by Jim Robertson, Staff Writer A lineman receives a phone call on a stormy night. The power is out. The kids are asleep. His wife nervously smiles as she tells him goodbye and to be safe. She,...
Great Date Escapes: Goochland Drive-In
It’s not often that the operator of a drive-in theater refers to himself as chief executive dreamer. But listen to John Heidel talk about his passion for the Goochland Drive-In Theater, you’ll understand where he is coming from.
Great Date Escapes: Tantivy Farm
It is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and from 1 p.m.-5 p.m. on Sundays. The farm holds special events throughout the season, such as lavender wreath-making and wand-making, decoupage and making a needle-felted spring nest.
Great Date Escapes: Old Rag Mountain
Climb to the top of this historic peak MAY 2022 Sometimes, the most time-tested is still the best, and that’s the case with Old Rag Mountain, a hike for friends, companions and loved ones for generations. Note important changes for 2022, though: Due to the...
Great Date Escapes: Savage Neck Dunes
Tucked away on the Virginia Eastern Shore is some dramatic scenery MAY 2022 If you like the sand between your toes, if you like strolling along a quiet beach, if you like an untouched natural backdrop, Savage Neck Dunes has you covered. There are a couple of...
Great Date Escapes: Neabsco Boardwalk
This Prince William gem is a great outdoor adventure for couples and friends MAY 2022 Get away from it all, right in the middle of things. The Neabsco Creek Boardwalk is a brilliant place to pack a lunch, wander to the middle of a three-quarters of a mile...
Developing a Horse Sense
Competitive mounted archery is tough enough without having to worry about your arrows randomly disappearing.