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...

Hear Ye, Hear Ye!

Hear Ye, Hear Ye!

King William County Courthouse celebrates 300 Years April 2025 story and photos by Gene Campbell, Contributing Writer The oldest continuously used courthouse in the U.S. is in the heart of King William County, Va., surrounded by a picturesque rural landscape and deep...

The Journey to the Top

The Journey to the Top

A CEO’s journey is a testament to her determination, resilience and the power of dreams  March 2025 by Laura Emery, Staff Writer “I remember my mother bringing a calculator to the grocery store,” says Sonja Cox, president and CEO of Southern Maryland Electric...

Spring Into Action

Spring Into Action

Prep now for summer savings April 2025 by Miranda Boutelle, Contributing Columnist Q: How can I prepare my home for lower energy bills this summer? A: Spring is in the air, and before you know it, summer will be here. There are many ways to prevent high summer bills...

Keeping Pace with Resistance

Keeping Pace with Resistance

UVA medical researchers target narrower uses of antibiotics April 2025 story courtesy UVA Health With antibiotic resistance a continually growing problem, University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers are developing cutting-edge computer models that could give...

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...

Making the Most of Energy

Making the Most of Energy

Electrification trends benefit consumers April 2025 by Jennah Denney, Contributing Columnist Electric cooperatives have a rich history of enhancing the quality of life for their members. Since the early 20th century, these cooperatives have provided electricity, or...