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Healing Hearts and Souls

An older man wearing a red polo shirt, sunglasses, and a black cap stands smiling in an airport terminal. He has a name badge that reads "Jim.

Rocky Mountain Honor Flight celebrates veterans, helps with closure Jim Adams waited outside a gathering hall where lunch was about to be served to 30 military veterans, including Jim. He looked fit and healthy and offered a firm handshake as he introduced himself. It was hard to imagine that nearly 60 years had passed since […]

Nordic Skiing

A person skiing on a snow-covered trail surrounded by pine trees on a foggy winter day.

Skip the lift lines and glide on the trails Let’s just say my first-ever Nordic race over three decades ago was a tad embarrassing. My wife, a former collegiate racer for the University of Montana, talked me into it. This was right when Bill Koch first brought skate skiing into the limelight. There wasn’t skate […]

Celebrate the Harvest with Stuffed Squash

Half of an acorn squash filled with a mixture of rice, leafy greens, and browned crumbled sausage, placed on a plain white background.

Acorn squash is a fall favorite in Colorado. Its mild, slightly sweet, and nutty flavor complements hearty fillings like savory sausage, grains, and cheese. Thanks to its sturdy walls and round shape, acorn squash is easy to stuff and makes a satisfying main dish. Choose acorn squash that is heavy for its size, with a […]

Prep Now for Winter Savings

A gray house with white trim and a red brick chimney is covered in snow; snow also covers the trees, hedge, and ground around the house.

Q: What can I do now to manage my winter energy bills? You’ll be thankful you prepared in the fall for colder weather when you receive your first winter energy utility bill. The following steps can be taken now to use less energy at home before the winter chill sets in. They also help lower […]

Creating a Pet-Friendly Space

A white dog sits on the back of a gray couch in a modern living room with large windows, wooden floor, and contemporary furniture.

Five ways to setup a safe, cozy home for cats and dogs Set Up Their Space Near an Entry It is common for pet owners to desire a dedicated space to keep all their furry friends’ belongings and avoid clutter. Ensure convenience and cleanliness by establishing an area near the door where you can store […]

Strength in Service

Utility workers install a new wooden pole next to two service trucks in a barren, recently burned landscape under a clear sky.

Electric co-ops unite to restore power after wildfire The worst of the Elk and Lee fires had been contained, but smoke still wrapped the hills of Rio Blanco County in northwestern Colorado when six linemen from Grand Valley Power arrived to help White River Electric Association rebuild its devastated grid and restore power to members. […]

Why Your Electric Bill Is Rising

Beginning January 1, 2026, SDCEA will increase rates to offset rising operational and wholesale power costs while maintaining safe and reliable electric service. Service Availability Charge: Energy Charge Adjustment: Estimated Average Bill Impacts: Members can review updated rate details online or contact SDCEA for personalized usage assistance. Understanding the Upward Pressure on Rates Rising costs […]

Powered by Purpose: Rate Forecast for 2026 and Beyond

Mountain View Electric Association (MVEA) continues to prioritize reliability and service, guided by cooperative principles that distinguish it from investor-owned utilities. As one of Colorado’s fastest-growing co-ops, MVEA faces rising demand, increasing costs of materials, and nationwide shifts toward clean energy. Tri-State Generation and Transmission, MVEA’s wholesale power supplier, announced a 7.5% rate increase beginning […]

The Season of Giving at YW

As the holiday season approaches and the air turns crisp, we’re reminded that this truly is the season of giving. It is a time for gratitude, generosity, and looking out for one another — and at Y-W Electric Association, Inc., that is something we take to heart year-round. You have probably heard us talk about […]

Changes are Coming to Your Electric Bill

There’s no such thing as fair. Fair is where you show your pig, right? Prices for food, medicine, fuel, clothing, and yes, electricity, don’t feel fair to anyone. But costs are rising and we’re trying to manage the burden responsibly. I don’t want to tell you that changes are coming to your electric bill. And […]