New Year, Same Commitment
As one year welcomes the next, I’d like to take this time to reflect on the past year to assess what was to visualize the year ahead.
RURALBAND Gives Members Peace of Mind
What do RURALBAND Fiber Internet and home security have in common? According to Wakefield resident Gloria Holloman, peace of mind. Since receiving RURALBAND’s fiber-optic internet service, Holloman says she feels safer knowing that she can monitor her home’s security...
Manage Winter’s Impact on Heating Costs
It’s important to know there are many factors that can impact your electric bill, including weather, the number of people in your home, and your electrical appliances and devices.
Energy-Efficiency Tip of the Month
Ensure your home is well sealed and properly insulated to reduce the need for excessive heating.
Youth Tour
Rising high school juniors are eligible for all-expense-paid experience.
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
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...
Declutter Your Life
One bill at a time with paperless billing It’s been eight years since member Cathy O’Donnell began her mission of decluttering her home with Prince George Electric Cooperative’s paperless billing. According to Experian Data Quality, the average person received almost...
Grit, Guts and Glamour
Meet Miss Rodeo Virginia 2024 July 2024 by Laura Emery, Staff Writer This certainly isn’t her first rodeo. Autumn Rogers, 23, of Gordonsville, Va., is picture-ready, proudly donning her official Miss Rodeo Virginia crown, buckle and sash. With poise and elegance, she...
Downtown Charm Meets Uptown Quality
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Berrylicious!
Baking with blueberries July 2024 Blueberry Buckle recipe courtesy of Janet Hoffman, Madison, Va Ingredients: Sauce: ¾ cup milk 1 egg 2 cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup sugar 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder ¾ teaspoon salt ¼ cup shortening 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries,...
Standing Tall
REC receives Tree Line USA designation for 23rd year July 2024 by Gregg MacDonald, Staff Writer Every year, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s Vegetation Management Team and contractors play a critical role in improving the reliability of its members. They remove...
A Rural Fourth
Even if you’re facing the holidays without beloved members of your family, there’s still lots to do for the holiday hustle.