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Planning Your Digital Afterlife - 1 August 2025
A Bouquet to Brighten Your Day - 1 July 2025
How to Create an Outdoor Oasis - 1 June 2025
Electrical Dangers in the Home - 1 May 2025
Clean Up and Clear Out - 1 April 2025

Co-Op Featured

MESSAGE FROM BOARD PRESIDENT JACQUE SIKES AND GENERAL MANAGER RYAN ELARTON - 1 September 2025
Decisions That Matter: CEO Search and Rate Review - 1 September 2025
Helping You Save - 1 September 2025
The Power of Preparation - 1 September 2025
Reliable, Safe, and Affordable Power - 1 September 2025
Power Rush Hour - 1 September 2025
Building Hope - 1 September 2025
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS - 1 September 2025
Powering a Cleaner Future - 1 September 2025
A Week in the Rockies - 1 September 2025
Understanding Fair Rates - 1 September 2025
High-Demand Energy - 1 September 2025
Next-Level Relaibility - 1 August 2025
Building a Smarter Co-op - 1 August 2025
Mutual Aid - 1 August 2025
MVEA is Rooted In Reliability - 1 August 2025
We’re Here to Serve You - 1 August 2025
2,000 Members Help Grand Valley Power Save Big - 1 August 2025
Net Metering - 1 August 2025
Dig Smart. Dig Safe. It’s the Law. - 1 August 2025
Who Owns What? - 1 August 2025
Our Energy Transition - 1 August 2025
2025 Youth Tour - 1 August 2025
Historic Adventures: Your Kids in D.C. - 1 August 2025
Playing Your Position - 1 July 2025
Annual Meeting Recap - 1 July 2025
Secure Your Smarhub Account with 2FA - 1 July 2025
Patronage Capital - 1 July 2025
When the Power Goes Out, So Do We - 1 July 2025
Your Vote is Critical - 1 July 2025
Who Owns What? - 1 July 2025
Cooperation Among Cooperatives - 1 July 2025
Operation Roundup - 1 July 2025
Stepping Stones of Windsor - 1 July 2025
Kim Elementary Students Tour SECPA Warehouse - 1 July 2025
SDCEA Announces New CEO - 1 July 2025
$50K in Scholarships Awarded - 1 June 2025
CEO Report - 1 June 2025
2024 Annual Report - 1 June 2025
Faces, Places & Voices Of PVREA - 1 June 2025
Beat the Heat - 1 June 2025
Join Us for Morgan County REA’s Member Appreciation Picnic - 1 June 2025
Energy Scams Unmasked - 1 June 2025
2025 Annual Meeting - 1 June 2025
2024 Annual Report - 1 June 2025
Interesting Times - 1 June 2025
Extreme Summer Temps Impact Reliability - 1 June 2025
Meet Y-W Electric’s Board Candidates - 1 June 2025
A Penny Saved - 1 May 2025
Substation Expansion Strengthens Reliability - 1 May 2025
Be Ready for Storm Season - 1 May 2025
From the General Manager - 1 May 2025
Electrical Safety Month: Power Your Life Safely - 1 May 2025
Rooted in Reliability | 2024 Annual Report - 1 May 2025
Faces, Places & Voices Of PVREA: Hadley Lemburg - 1 May 2025
SDCEA to Host 85th Annual Meeting in June - 1 May 2025
Here to Help You Save - 1 May 2025
The Power of a Pole - 1 May 2025
Power Your Life Safely - 1 May 2025
Power to the People - 1 May 2025
The Lowdown on Locates - 1 April 2025
Safety: Our Top Priority - 1 April 2025
Putting the “Service” in Serviceman - 1 April 2025
Lineworkers: Wired for Service - 1 April 2025
Lives on the Line - 1 April 2025
Happy Birthday, Morgan County REA! - 1 April 2025
Lineworkers are wired to serve - 1 April 2025
Heros in Hardhats: Honoring Our Lineman & the Team Behind Your Power - 1 April 2025
Cooperative Farewell: Serving Our Members - 1 April 2025
Capital Credits - 1 April 2025
Lineworkers: Wired for Service - 1 April 2025
April: An Eventful Month at SECPA - 1 April 2025
Faces, Places & Voices of PVREA - 1 March 2025
Reliability is Our Focus - 1 March 2025
MCREA 2024 Annual Report - 1 March 2025
Be Ready For Storm Season - 1 March 2025
Rooted in Reliability - 1 March 2025
SDCEA Selects Students to Send to Washington, D.C. - 1 March 2025
2025 Rate Information - 1 March 2025
Seats to Success - 1 March 2025
Cotton: A New Crop Woven into Bent County - 1 March 2025
Understanding Factors That Impact Your Energy Bills - 1 March 2025
An Edge for Grand Valley Power Members - 1 March 2025
People, Not Profit - 1 March 2025

Energy Efficiency

Electrified Agricultural Equipment - 1 August 2024
Peak Power - 4 July 2024
Celebrate Earth Day and Take Steps to Conserve - 1 April 2024
Is it Time for an HVAC Upgrade? - 28 November 2023
Renewable Geothermal Energy Gaining Traction in Colorado - 31 July 2023
The Basics of Residential Solar - 30 June 2023
Easy Behavior Changes to Save Energy - 31 March 2023
Hello Hydropower Energy - 31 March 2023
Energy Efficient Recessed Lighting - 31 January 2023
Smart Home Technologies for the New Year - 31 December 2022

Energy Expert

Find Hidden Energy Users at Home - 1 September 2025
Cool Savings - 1 August 2025
Efficiency Tips for Older Homes - 1 July 2025
Choosing the Best Replacement Windows - 1 June 2025
Prep Now for Summer Savings - 1 May 2025
Landscaping to Save Energy - 1 April 2025
Electrical Safety: Grounding 101 - 1 March 2025
Wrap Up Your Home and Save - 2 January 2025
Simple Ways to Save in the Kitchen - 2 December 2024
Best Smart-Home Tech on a Budget - 2 November 2024
Chimney Maintenance - 2 October 2024
Federal Tax credits, Incentives, and Rebates for Efficiency Upgrades - 2 September 2024
Types of Heat Pumps - 2 August 2024
Signs your HVAC is in Trouble - 2 July 2024
Set Your Home to Vacay Mode - 2 June 2024
DIY Tuneup tips for cooling systems - 3 May 2024
Tips to Stay Warm and Save Energy - 3 February 2024
Choosing the Right Air Purifier - 29 December 2023
Beat the Peak and Create a Better Grid - 28 November 2023
Consumer Guide to Stovetops - 28 October 2023
Energy Efficient Windows - 31 August 2023
What is “Agrivoltaics?” - 31 August 2023
Teach Your Children Well - 31 July 2023
Efficiency Tips for Residential Well Pumps - 31 May 2023
Greenhouse Gas Removal Terminology - 30 April 2023
Longevity of EV Batteries - 30 April 2023
Efficient Outdoor Lighting Tips - 30 April 2023
Save with a Heat Pump Water Heater - 28 February 2023
Electric Books for Kids - 31 January 2023

Energy Industry

Co-ops Defend Against AI-Powered Cyber Threats - 1 September 2025
Where Are They Now? - 1 August 2025
Generate Safely - 1 July 2025
Co-ops Ramp Up Fire Prevention - 1 June 2025
Move Over to Protect Roadside Crews - 1 May 2025
Hot Wires and Cold Nights: The life of a lineman - 1 April 2025
Co-ops Innovate with Energy Storage Solutions - 1 March 2025
Data Centers; The high-tech hubs of our digital lives - 1 February 2025
Advocacy from the Ground Up - 2 January 2025
Many Giving a Little Helps a Lot - 2 December 2024
Parts and Pieces of a Utility Pole – Overhead equipment keeps you electrified - 3 November 2024
Celebrating Cooperative Month All Year - 2 October 2024
Navigating Supply Chain Challenges - 1 September 2024
Leading the Way - 2 June 2024
MAKING MONEY FROM MANURE - 4 May 2024
Fast Facts About Lineworkers - 1 April 2024
Electric Co-ops and First Responders: A crucial partnership for safety - 1 March 2024
First Gear Skid School - 29 December 2023
Doing Everything in its Power to Prevent Wildfires - 28 October 2023
What’s a Smart Breaker Box? - 29 September 2023
Five Reasons Electric Co-ops are Great Places to Work - 29 September 2023
Have STEM Projects, Will Travel - 31 July 2023
Colorado Co-ops Recognized for Reaching Cybersecurity Goals - 30 June 2023
Colorado’s Ranking in Wind Energy - 30 April 2023
Turbine Recycling Advancements - 31 March 2023
CoBank: No Barriers Warriors Program Renewed - 31 March 2023
USDA Investment for Rural Electric Infrastructure - 28 February 2023
Safeguarding Wildlife and the Grid - 28 February 2023
Get the CREA Newsletter - 31 January 2023
Cold and Snow Present Challenges - 30 January 2023
Copper Theft on the Rise - 31 December 2022
Co-ops Discuss Grid Reliability with Congress - 31 December 2022
CREA Legislative Directory Now Available - 31 December 2022
Electric Vehicles’ Impact on the Grid - 31 December 2022

Energy Matters

Cool Savings - 1 August 2025
Where Are They Now? - 1 August 2025
Efficiency Tips for Older Homes - 1 July 2025
Generate Safely - 1 July 2025
Choosing the Best Replacement Windows - 1 June 2025
Co-ops Ramp Up Fire Prevention - 1 June 2025
Prep Now for Summer Savings - 1 May 2025
Move Over to Protect Roadside Crews - 1 May 2025
Hot Wires and Cold Nights: The life of a lineman - 1 April 2025
Landscaping to Save Energy - 1 April 2025
Electrical Safety: Grounding 101 - 1 March 2025
Co-ops Innovate with Energy Storage Solutions - 1 March 2025
Data Centers; The high-tech hubs of our digital lives - 1 February 2025
Wrap Up Your Home and Save - 2 January 2025
Advocacy from the Ground Up - 2 January 2025
Many Giving a Little Helps a Lot - 2 December 2024
Simple Ways to Save in the Kitchen - 2 December 2024
Parts and Pieces of a Utility Pole – Overhead equipment keeps you electrified - 3 November 2024
Best Smart-Home Tech on a Budget - 2 November 2024
Celebrating Cooperative Month All Year - 2 October 2024
Chimney Maintenance - 2 October 2024
Federal Tax credits, Incentives, and Rebates for Efficiency Upgrades - 2 September 2024
Navigating Supply Chain Challenges - 1 September 2024
Types of Heat Pumps - 2 August 2024
Electrified Agricultural Equipment - 1 August 2024
Peak Power - 4 July 2024
Signs your HVAC is in Trouble - 2 July 2024
Leading the Way - 2 June 2024
Set Your Home to Vacay Mode - 2 June 2024
MAKING MONEY FROM MANURE - 4 May 2024
DIY Tuneup tips for cooling systems - 3 May 2024
Celebrate Earth Day and Take Steps to Conserve - 1 April 2024
Fast Facts About Lineworkers - 1 April 2024
Electric Co-ops and First Responders: A crucial partnership for safety - 1 March 2024
Tips to Stay Warm and Save Energy - 3 February 2024
First Gear Skid School - 29 December 2023
Choosing the Right Air Purifier - 29 December 2023
Is it Time for an HVAC Upgrade? - 28 November 2023
Beat the Peak and Create a Better Grid - 28 November 2023
Consumer Guide to Stovetops - 28 October 2023
Doing Everything in its Power to Prevent Wildfires - 28 October 2023
What’s a Smart Breaker Box? - 29 September 2023
Five Reasons Electric Co-ops are Great Places to Work - 29 September 2023
Energy Efficient Windows - 31 August 2023
What is “Agrivoltaics?” - 31 August 2023
Teach Your Children Well - 31 July 2023
Have STEM Projects, Will Travel - 31 July 2023
Renewable Geothermal Energy Gaining Traction in Colorado - 31 July 2023
Colorado Co-ops Recognized for Reaching Cybersecurity Goals - 30 June 2023
The Basics of Residential Solar - 30 June 2023
Efficiency Tips for Residential Well Pumps - 31 May 2023
Greenhouse Gas Removal Terminology - 30 April 2023
Longevity of EV Batteries - 30 April 2023
Colorado’s Ranking in Wind Energy - 30 April 2023
Efficient Outdoor Lighting Tips - 30 April 2023
Easy Behavior Changes to Save Energy - 31 March 2023
Turbine Recycling Advancements - 31 March 2023
CoBank: No Barriers Warriors Program Renewed - 31 March 2023
Hello Hydropower Energy - 31 March 2023
USDA Investment for Rural Electric Infrastructure - 28 February 2023
Save with a Heat Pump Water Heater - 28 February 2023
Safeguarding Wildlife and the Grid - 28 February 2023
Energy Efficient Recessed Lighting - 31 January 2023
Electric Books for Kids - 31 January 2023
Get the CREA Newsletter - 31 January 2023
Cold and Snow Present Challenges - 30 January 2023
Copper Theft on the Rise - 31 December 2022
Co-ops Discuss Grid Reliability with Congress - 31 December 2022
CREA Legislative Directory Now Available - 31 December 2022
Electric Vehicles’ Impact on the Grid - 31 December 2022
Smart Home Technologies for the New Year - 31 December 2022

Feature Story

The Legend of Kahuna: Honoring Colorado’s Most Famous Elk - 1 September 2025
Keeping Colorado Corn Sweet - 1 August 2025
Trailblazers - 1 July 2025
Power Trip - 1 June 2025
Harvesting Goodness - 1 May 2025
Fierce and Focused - 1 April 2025
Capturing Curiosity - 1 March 2025
Photo Contest Winners - 1 February 2025
Beans are Booming in Colorado - 1 January 2025
Sparky – The Adventure of the Colorado Electric Co-op Elf on the Shelf - 1 December 2024
Space to Breathe - 1 November 2024
One Tough Lady - 1 October 2024
Stories of Dogs in Service - 30 August 2024
Building a Brighter Future - 1 August 2024
Colorado’s Thrifting Thrills - 1 July 2024
It Takes a Village - 1 June 2024
FISHING THE GOOD FIGHT - 1 May 2024
A WORK OF ART – Poets Bring Words to Life - 1 April 2024
Heart of Colorado 2024 Photo Contest Winners - 1 March 2024
Gaining Ground for the Black-Footed Ferret - 3 February 2024
Readers’ Choice Best of Colorado - 29 December 2023
Step into Generosity - 25 November 2023
An Adventure to Remember - 30 October 2023
The Giggling Life - 29 September 2023
Learning the Waggle Dance and More at Bee College - 6 August 2023
Tuning In: Inspiring Community Through Music - 31 July 2023
Courting Fun - 30 June 2023
Bicycling: Get Out and Explore - 31 May 2023
A Stroke of Genius: RainDance National Golf Course - 30 April 2023
2023 Photo Contest Winners - 31 March 2023
Life on a Colorado Cattle Ranch - 27 February 2023
Dog Sled Through Colorado - 31 January 2023
2022 Readers’ Choice Voted Best - 31 December 2022

Gardening

An Encore Garden - 1 September 2025
Thriving Plants, All Year Long - 26 February 2025
Variegated Plants - 3 December 2024
Hydroponics: Bring Water to Life - 2 November 2024
Allium Amore - 1 October 2024
Feeding Your Garden with Kitchen Scraps - 2 September 2024
Palisade Peaches and Planting Your Own Fruit Trees - 1 August 2024
Reblooming Perennials – Garden beauty all season long - 3 July 2024
Stay Safe in Extreme Heat - 2 July 2024
Volunteering Together to Build Friendships and Strengthen Bonds - 28 June 2024
Nurturing the Mental Health of Young Children - 28 June 2024
How Volunteering Can Help Older Adults Combat Loneliness - 28 June 2024
Stay Safe and Healthy During and After Emergencies - 28 June 2024
Water Wisdom - 5 June 2024
Beating the Beetle Battle - 7 May 2024
FOUR STEPS TO GET YOUR YARD READY FOR SPRING - 1 May 2024
Double Duty – Companion Plants Perform Multiple Functions - 1 April 2024
It’s Not Just a Drop in the Bucket - 1 March 2024
Spring-Cleaning Tips to Maximize Efficiency - 1 March 2024
Indoor Herb Gardening - 3 February 2024
Fiddle-Leaf Frenzy - 29 December 2023
Air Plants - 25 November 2023
Winter Plants - 30 October 2023
Growing Giant Vegetables - 29 September 2023
Perfume Your Garden with Lilies - 31 August 2023
NO TRESPASSING - 22 August 2023
That Text Can Wait: Save a Life by Avoiding Distractions While Driving - 1 August 2023
When Groundwork Is the Homework - 31 July 2023
Ashley’s Book Nook - 30 June 2023
Lovely Lavender - 30 June 2023
Beware of Plants Toxic to Pets - 31 May 2023
What is Grex Gardening? - 30 April 2023
What are Seed Libraries? - 31 March 2023
Early Spring Vegetable Gardening - 28 February 2023
National Bird-Feeding Month - 31 January 2023
Health Impact of Gas Stoves - 31 December 2022
Xeriscape Gardening When Water is Scarce - 31 December 2022

Get Outside

It Is Solved by Walking - 1 September 2025
Just Around The Corner - 1 August 2025
The Art of the Fly - 1 July 2025
One Marmot at a Time - 1 June 2025
There’s No “I” in Teamwork: Riding the Rapids Together - 1 May 2025
A Hatch Like No Other - 1 April 2025
Playing Solitaire - 1 March 2025
The Case for Homemade Jerky - 1 February 2025
If the Snowshoe Fits - 2 January 2025
Hut Trips with Kids - 2 December 2024
Exotic Turkey Recipes and Mixed Bag Musings - 1 November 2024
Feathered – Fine and Fierce - 2 October 2024
Devil’s Head Hiking - 3 September 2024
Right Place, Right Time - 4 August 2024
Paddling with Kids - 2 July 2024
Moody River - 4 June 2024
HAPPY HIKING: VOLUNTEER TO MAINTAIN TRAILS - 6 May 2024
Happy Trails - 6 May 2024
Pursuing Equilibrium - 1 April 2024
Explore the Backcountry SAFELY - 2 March 2024
Backyard Bird Watching - 3 February 2024
Ski the Gems - 29 December 2023
Hot Fishing on Cold Days - 26 November 2023
Be Thankful - 30 October 2023
Fools Rush In - 29 September 2023
The Lurker in a Sweeper - 31 August 2023
High Country Summertime Fly Fishing - 31 July 2023
Hooking Trout on the Big T - 1 June 2023
A Short Ride in Co-op Country - 31 May 2023
Struttin’ in Full Color - 30 April 2023
Fish Overpopulation Can Equal Tasty Supper - 31 March 2023
Colorado Waterfowl Intuition - 28 February 2023
Alone - 31 January 2023
Fly Fishing in February’s Flux - 31 December 2022

Recipes

Eggs Benedict: A weekend favorite made simple - 1 September 2025
Peach Muffins - 1 August 2025
Pass the Plate - 1 July 2025
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad - 1 June 2025
Foolproof “Fried” Ice Cream - 1 May 2025
Go Simple With Salmon - 1 April 2025
Award-Winning Chili - 1 March 2025
Roll with It: Simple steps to sushi success - 1 February 2025
New Year, New Cheers - 1 January 2025
A Savory Way to Start Holiday Celebrations - 1 December 2024
A Flavorful Twist on a Classic – GOLDEN CORNBREAD CASSEROLE - 3 November 2024
A Toast to Fall Flavors - 3 October 2024
Quickly Pickled Pink - 2 September 2024
Peachy Keen - 2 August 2024
Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes – A Simple Summertime Snack - 3 July 2024
Summertime Smoothies - 3 June 2024
TRAYBAKE: CREATE A SIMPLE WEEKNIGHT MEAL - 1 May 2024
Egg-cellent Delights - 1 April 2024
There’s No Science Like Sourdough - 1 March 2024
Sourdough Bread - 1 March 2024
Box of Chocolates Crispy Rice Treat - 3 February 2024
Chipotle Jack Snacking Sticks - 29 December 2023
No-Bake Special K® Cookies - 28 November 2023
Grandma Doris Cookies - 26 November 2023
MoMo’s Easy Sugar Cookies - 26 November 2023
Monster Cookies - 26 November 2023
Spikalaas - 26 November 2023
Thanksgiving Leftovers in a Blanket - 30 October 2023
Stuffing Waffles with Fried Eggs & Gravy - 28 October 2023
Leftover Turkey Tamale Pie - 28 October 2023
Eating Veggies Never Tasted So Good - 29 September 2023
Amaretto Honey Cake - 31 August 2023
Honey Pork Chops - 31 August 2023
Buzzing in the Kitchen - 31 August 2023
Bread, Brie, and Bees – A tasty combo made better with Colorado honey - 31 August 2023
Quick-Prep Grab and Go Banana PB&J Wraps - 31 July 2023
Pizza Pasta Salad - 30 June 2023
Grilled Sirloin Steak Kabobs with Garlic Rosemary Butter - 31 May 2023
Mushroom Swiss Burger with Jalapeno Aioli - 31 May 2023
Berbere Spiced Grilled Flat Iron with Garlic-Herb Grilled Eggplant - 31 May 2023
Simple Grilled Asparagus - 30 April 2023
Chicken Asparagus Pasta - 30 April 2023
Garlic Chicken - 30 March 2023
Puffed Garlic Muffins - 30 March 2023
Street Corn Nachos - 28 February 2023
Chicken and Waffle Nachos - 28 February 2023
Cheesesteak Nachos - 28 February 2023
Bison Burger - 31 January 2023
Creede’s Easy Bison Green Chili - 31 January 2023
Smoked Bison Red Chili - 31 January 2023
Lemon Ginger Chicken Soup - 31 December 2022
Braised Green Lentils with Roasted Chicken Italian Sausages - 31 December 2022
White Wine Chicken Potato Soup - 30 December 2022
Homemade Gingerbread House - 14 December 2022

Travel Getaway

TARANTULAS, TRAINS, and TRADE - 1 September 2025
Small-Town Bliss - 1 August 2025
Poudre Canyon - 1 July 2025
Bob Stock - 1 June 2025
Pagosa Springs - 1 May 2025
Lathrop State Park - 1 April 2025
Dolores: Small Town, Big Charm - 1 March 2025
A Cowboy and His Castle - 3 August 2024
Preserving San Juan County - 28 October 2023
Paint Mines - 31 August 2023
Texas 4000 - 31 May 2023
Focus On… A Community Tradition - 30 April 2023