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Trailblazers

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Colorado Youth Corps brings 25 years of outdoor impact “I believe the perfect life means living in a place that inspires you, having a job that is fulfilling, and surrounding yourself with like-minded people. RMYC provides all these opportunities.” — Loretta McEllhiney, former Colorado Fourteeners Program Manager, USFS It’s brutal work. I’m at 12,000 feet […]

Pass the Plate

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Electric co-op employees’ favorite side dishes A summer potluck is a fun and easy way to gather with friends in your backyard without having to do all the food prep yourself. This month we collaborated with electric co-op employees from across Colorado for a virtual side dish recipe swap. These tried-and-true recipes will get you […]

The Art of the Fly

A decorative fishing fly is displayed on a wooden stand, with a fishing guidebook and a woven basket in the background on a wooden surface.

Fishing with “flies” traces its origins back to the ancient Greeks, who would catch “fish with speckled skins” using hooks dressed with crimson wool and wax-colored feathers from a rooster’s neck. Since these humble beginnings, the art of fly tying has evolved into a hobby all its own. In the 1800s, explorers filled the museums […]

A Bouquet to Brighten Your Day

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When you bring flowers into your home, it’s more than just the bouquet that blooms. A famous Harvard study found that fresh flowers can lead people to feel kinder and more compassionate, have fewer negative feelings, and have more energy at work. Maybe all those positive vibes are why so many people find flowers so […]

Efficiency Tips for Older Homes

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Q: How do I improve the efficiency of my older home while keeping its charm? A: The features of older homes can make them less efficient than modern construction, but it doesn’t have to be that way. There are ways to keep charm while increasing efficiency. Start by prioritizing the invisible upgrades that make your […]

Generate Safely

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The wind howls outside your windows as a major storm system blows through the area in the late evening. Your lights flicker for a moment or two before you’re plunged into darkness. The social media feed on your phone is packed with reports of damage and power outages, and the storm shows no sign of […]

Patronage Capital

Your piece of the co-op pie If you receive electricity from GCEA, you’re not just a customer, you’re a member-owner of a cooperative. This distinction matters, because it means you have a voice in how your co-op operates, and you share in our success. One of the core principles that sets cooperatives apart is members’ […]

Secure Your Smarhub Account with 2FA

Protecting your personal information has never been more important. That’s why San Isabel Electric now offers Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for your SmartHub account. WHAT IS 2FA? 2FA adds an extra layer of security. In addition to your password, you’ll need a second verification—like a code sent to your phone or email—to access your account. WHY […]

Annual Meeting Recap

I would like to thank all of our members who were able to attend our 79th Annual Meeting in Stratton in June. I know how busy this time of year is for our membership. K.C. Electric is served by a nine-member board of directors which is elected by the membership. The nine board of directors […]

Playing Your Position

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Playing team sports growing up taught me to recognize the importance of playing my position, improving my skills, and trusting my teammates to play their part so our team could be successful. Working at a rural electric cooperative is like a team sport and requires the same mindset. Each employee at Empire Electric Association plays […]