Feathered – Fine and Fierce

A hawk perches on a wooden structure in the rain, surrounded by green foliage.

Editor’s Note We heard from a Poudre Valley REA member and reader in mid-October who correctly identified the bird pictured with the article as an immature Cooper’s Hawk, not a Red-tailed Hawk. We appreciate our “hawk-eyed” readers who are able to educate us and let us know of published errors. The photo accompanying Dennis Smith’s […]

Celebrating Cooperative Month All Year

A group of people, including two children, stand in front of a food truck with the text "San Isabel Electric" displayed. They are holding food items and smiling at the camera.

October’s traditions of football, leaf peeping, Halloween, and all things pumpkin spice include the annual celebration of Cooperative Month — a month dedicated to recognizing the vital service that cooperative businesses deliver to local economies and communities across the United States. The designated month is an opportunity for co-ops to educate their members on the […]

Chimney Maintenance

A person in protective gear inspects the inside of a wood-burning stove, holding a flashlight to illuminate the area.

Q: I plan to use my fireplace more to lower my utility bills. I see some deteriorated spots on the outside of the chimney, and it has not been cleaned recently. What type of maintenance items can I do myself? A: Before doing any chimney maintenance yourself, have a professional chimney sweep inspect and clean […]