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Harvesting Goodness

A group of people stand in a field holding harvested broccoli, with a cart full of broccoli and mountains visible in the background.

Colorado Farm to Table Gives Everything It Grows to the Hungry A line of hungry people formed outside the Arkansas Valley Christian Mission in Buena Vista. They shifted their feet in silence, waiting for the doors to open. The Mission is known for serving hot lunch to hundreds of neighbors in need, three times a […]

There’s No “I” in Teamwork: Riding the Rapids Together

A group of people wearing life jackets and helmets paddle a blue inflatable raft down a rocky, fast-moving river.

“Left side back, right side forward!” I scream. The paddlers in front of me, clients taking a day trip down Browns Canyon of the Arkansas River, respond quickly, without having to mull their lefts and their rights. Our raft turns in the nick of time to squeeze through a slot between two giant boulders in […]

Prep Now for Summer Savings

Man sitting on a gray sofa with eyes closed, facing an oscillating fan in a living room with minimal decor and a potted plant.

Q: How can I prepare my home for lower energy bills this summer? Summer is right around the corner. There are many ways to get a jump-start on preventing summertime high bills and energy waste. Add your cooling equipment to the spring-cleaning checklist. An annual tune-up by an HVAC professional should include refrigerant charge, airflow […]

Foolproof “Fried” Ice Cream

A square piece of creamy dessert with a crumbly topping on a plate with a spoon, next to a baking dish containing more of the dessert and a folded napkin.

“Fried ice cream” sounds impossible — like a melted mess waiting to happen. But thanks to CCL reader Cindy McCaskill, you can enjoy crispy, creamy goodness without any frying at all. This version is easy to make, and the only cleanup required (dishes not included!) is grabbing a napkin for those last delicious bites. Cindy […]

Electrical Dangers in the Home

A toddler in a green shirt reaches toward an electrical outlet to touch a plugged-in cord against a plain white wall.

Keep Your Family Safe Comparing the few electrical appliances we had in my childhood home with the smart home devices my grandchildren take for granted reminds me of innovations that have occurred during my lifetime. But one thing has not changed: the importance of electrical safety — especially when it comes to children. My first […]

Move Over to Protect Roadside Crews

A rural road stretches into the distance with a "Utility Work Ahead" sign on the right; fields, houses, and power lines are visible under a partly cloudy sky.

When lineworkers are perched in a bucket truck repairing power lines along a busy road, they have good reason to be concerned about their safety. However, most are less apprehensive about working with high voltages or falling. Their biggest worry is also the most unpredictable: a distracted driver slamming into their vehicle or a nearby […]

Here to Help You Save

When summer heats up, our electric bills tend to increase as air conditioners are working overtime, driving up home energy consumption. Southeast Colorado Power Association (SECPA) is your local not-for-profit electricity provider, and we are committed to helping you beat the heat without breaking the bank. We want to make sure you know about programs […]

Rooted in Reliability | 2024 Annual Report

During a time of rapid transformation across the utility industry, Mountain View Electric Association remains steadfast in our mission to provide safe, reliable, affordable, and responsible electric service to our co-op members. While safety will always be our top priority, as we look ahead, reliability will take center stage as we work to further strengthen […]

Electrical Safety Month: Power Your Life Safely

Every May, Electrical Safety Month serves as a vital reminder of the importance of preventing electrical hazards at home. Electricity powers nearly every aspect of modern life, but it can pose serious risks if not handled properly. Morgan County REA understands the risks associated with improper electricity use, which is why we’re committed to reminding […]

Substation Expansion Strengthens Reliability

As consumers, we assume the electricity we need will be there when we push the brew button every morning. But as a distribution co-op, we know we must plan for infrastructure improvements to maintain the reliability Grand Valley Power members expect. One such improvement project has been occurring over the last two months at our […]