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Caught in the Middle

An elderly woman lies on a sofa under a blanket while a middle-aged woman sits beside her, smiling and holding her arm in a bright room.

Balancing caregiving between generations Chances are you know someone who consistently provides care for a family member. Perhaps that’s you? Either way, you are not alone. If you’re a caregiver, it’s also very possible you are a member of the sandwich generation — people who balance their time between caring for a spouse or child […]

Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies

A stack of spiced cookies with creamy white filling, set against a wooden background with a small orange pumpkin nearby.

Recipe and photo by Audria Rayne Yields 16 cookies INGREDIENTS CHEESECAKE FILLING PUMPKIN COOKIES SPICED SUGAR MIX INSTRUCTIONS CHEESECAKE FILLING PUMPKIN COOKIES

Autumn in the Air

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Simmer pots bring the scents of the season indoors Fall is upon us, and with it comes the rich aromas of the season. Fall scents and simmer pots go hand in hand, adding warmth and coziness to the air inside as days grow shorter and cooler outside. A simmer pot, sometimes called stove top potpourri, […]

Home Efficiency Upgrades

Two large rolls of insulation wrapped in plastic are loaded in the open trunk of a white SUV, with the sky and clouds visible through the rear window.

Q: How do I calculate the return on investment when considering home efficiency upgrades? A: It is easy to overlook the hidden energy users in our homes. Yet, every plugged-in device and ready-to-use appliance can lead to higher electric bills. Let’s see if we can find some hidden energy savings for you. Your water heater […]

A Perfect Time to Fish

A brown trout with black spots and reddish markings swims in shallow, clear water over rocks.

Sunlight engulfs the snowcapped Front Range in a pinkish light as I head down the two-lane highway toward the canyon. Traffic is light this morning, as the fall chill tends to sort out fair-weather anglers, kayakers, and tubers who usually compete for space on the river during summer. And football season keeps people inside to […]

Marvelous Marble

A wooden mill perched on a rocky slope beside a flowing river, surrounded by autumn trees and mountains in the background.

Experience small-town natural beauty Step back in time as you drive into the tiny hamlet of Marble — an unpaved, unpretentious mountain town known for its mining history, delicious barbecue, and spectacular fall colors. Located at the headwaters of the Crystal River in the Elk Mountains, Marble is 40 miles south of Glenwood Springs, just […]

Electric Cooperatives Use AI to Innovate

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Artificial intelligence is no longer a trendy, high-tech buzzword for the exclusive domain of data scientists and Silicon Valley firms. Today, electric cooperatives across the country are discovering how AI — particularly generative AI and large language models including ChatGPT and Gemini — can transform the way they power their local communities. From improving reliability […]

YW: Powered by Purpose

Communities come in all shapes and sizes. Some are based on geographical proximity, some are based on shared interests or hobbies, and some communities can even be found in virtual spaces like social media groups. Regardless of where or how they are formed, communities can bring people together and create a sense of belonging. We […]

The Power of When

What are time-of-use rates? Who do they work best for? Working families across the country try to figure out how to make ends meet every day. San Isabel Electric Association’s Board of Directors understands this. The co-op is also facing continued cost pressures and is reviewing a variety of options to keep power affordable while […]

SECPA: Powered by Purpose

Each October, electric cooperatives across the country take time to celebrate National Co-op Month and reflect on the unique advantages of being part of a cooperative. It’s also the perfect time to thank you — the members who make it all possible. For us, it’s not just a celebration. It’s a chance to reaffirm the […]