Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2026 at 9:00 am Electricity Brings Everyday Value When it comes to electricity, we rarely think twice when we flip on a light switch, charge our phones or adjust the thermostat. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2026 at 9:00 am Time for a Fall Tuneup As summer comes to an end, assess the health of your home to maximize savings. Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message September 1, 2026 at 9:00 am Manager’s Message – September 2026 Member Input Shapes the Co-op's Future Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Following Your Energy Dollar Wholesale Power Costs Shape the Rates Wasco Electric Cooperative Charges Its Members Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Coordinating Power Across the Grid When you flip a switch, electricity is there—instant, reliable, and ready to power your day. Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message August 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message – August 2026 Strong Governance Begins With Engaged Members Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2026 at 12:00 am Building the Future South Wasco County Schools Transform Students Into Problem Solvers Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message July 1, 2026 at 12:00 am Manager’s Message – July 2026 Changes to Articles Need Member Input Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2026 at 6:11 am Why Vegetation Management Matters There’s something timeless about trees. Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message June 1, 2026 at 6:11 am Manager’s Message – June 2026 Wasco Electric Remains Proactive for You Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2026 at 6:11 am Keeping You Moving Barnett Towing has served for nearly 70 years—1 tow, 1 repair, 1 community at a time. Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Safe Schools Start With Simple Lessons Local Fourth Graders Learn Simple, Safe Ways To Stay Back From Power Risks Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2026 at 7:00 am The Rebirth of Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs transforms its historic hot springs into a $9,000,000 success story. Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message May 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message – May 2026 An Update From Salem & Washington, D.C. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 23, 2026 at 9:41 am Forged by Tradition, Guided by Science A lightning storm moved in fast during the 2025 Fiesta Cowboy Gathering, disrupting the cowboy poetry event at Tygh Valley Fairgrounds. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 23, 2026 at 9:41 am Spring Into Energy Savings Spring is a season of renewal—and a great time to refresh your energy habits, too! Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Continuing the Conversation Resources & Planning Ensure Reliable, Affordable Power Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Growing More Than Food Tygh Valley Farm Keeps Fresh Produce Available Year-Round Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Continuing the Conversation What the March 2026 Rate Adjustment Means for Members Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2026 at 7:00 am A Lifeline for South Wasco County The Life Raft Pantry Feeds Nearly 600 People Monthly With Help From Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) Members & Volunteers Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Prepare for Winter Storms When winter temperatures drop and storms hit, it can be challenging to stay safe and warm. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2026 at 7:00 am A Century of Community Pine Grove’s Historic Center Carries On Rural Tradition Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Finding Creative Solutions Oregon Community Center Overcomes Funding Cuts Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Your New Electric Bill Learn What’s Changing & Why Before Your Next Statement Arrives Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2025 at 7:00 am From Art Studio to Wildlife Preserve A Commitment to Rescued Mares Transforms Wild Horse Conservation Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2025 at 12:59 am Small-Town Success Story Sisters Add Their Touches to Local Market That Serves as an Anchor for the Community Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Faith, Friends & Fun Christian Camp Evolves From Summer Facility to a Year-Round Ministry Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2025 at 7:00 am 3 Smart Home Technologies to Help You Save Smart technologies make homes more comfortable, convenient, and energy efficient. Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Coming Full Circle Former Student Helps Transform Century-Old Building Into Thriving Community Center Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2025 at 7:00 am 4 Common Culprits of Electrical Fires Outdated wiring and overloaded circuits are the most common causes of electrical fires. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Practice Electrical Safety Around Power Lines Being Aware & Calling 811 Can Save Lives Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2025 at 7:00 am A Personal Touch to Rural Law Enforcement Wasco County Sheriff’s Office Revives Dedicated Position To Serve Remote Communities Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2025 at 7:00 am 5 Tips to Reduce Wildfire Risks Wildfires have become common in the Pacific Northwest and other parts of the United States. Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2025 at 7:00 am The Power of Coffee & Culture Warm Springs Entrepreneur Turns Childhood Hardship Into Hope Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Bringing Light to Guatemala Local Lineworker Travels More Than 3,000 Miles To Help Supply Power to a Community in Need Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2025 at 7:00 am The Importance of Reliability America is at an energy crossroads. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 18, 2025 at 6:29 am 2025 Scholarship Opportunities Wasco Electric Cooperative will award 1 $5,000 trade school scholarship and 1 $5,000 education scholarship to high school seniors within the Cooperative’s service territory. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 18, 2025 at 6:29 am Raising Cattle, Raising Voices Karissa Gorham Balances Daily Ranch Duties With Anthem Performances at Northwest Rodeos Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 18, 2025 at 6:29 am Lineworkers Are Wired for Service Celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on Friday, April 18 Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Why Oregon’s Energy Future Matters to You It’s a cold winter evening in Oregon. You’re sorting through the day’s mail when you spot your electricity bill. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Filling More Than Closets Chelsy Woods had had enough. The Sherman County resident was weary of hauling bags of brand-name clothes to donation sites each time her children changed their style. Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2025 at 7:00 am An Ear for Music Growing up on the Oregon coast in Birkenfeld, Laurel Herlocker was immersed in music. Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Seeing the Milky Way From Main Street Antelope was certified as an International Dark Sky Community on December 4, 2024, by DarkSky International, making Antelope.... Carousel January 1, 2025 at 10:20 am Unclaimed Capital Credits Wasco Electric Cooperative, Inc., gives notice that payments are now and have been available at the office of Wasco Electric Cooperative. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Like Son, Like Father For many people, retirement offers the opportunity to slow down—perhaps travel and enjoy new vistas. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2025 at 7:00 am From Storage Unit to Elves’ House The 4 storage units were so full of doll parts, bear kits, vintage books, craft materials, and keepsakes that volunteer organizer Kathy Cantrell’s crew had to open them carefully, concerned something might flop out. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 26, 2024 at 10:28 am Wildfire Assessment & Resilience for Networks (WARN) Grant Wasco Electric Cooperative has received $1.4 million from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to enhance wildfire protection and resilience in the communities it serves by making critical upgrades to its electric system. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Capital Credit General Retirement Notice In September, the Wasco Electric (WEC) Board of Directors approved a general retirement of $390,154 to members. Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Far-Reaching Impact The 4 lower Snake River dams play a vital role in recreation and environmental stewardship in Idaho and Washington and have important impacts on irrigated farmland. Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Cast Your Vote: Wasco Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting Cast your vote at the Wasco Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting. Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2024 at 1:22 am Keep It Cooperative: October Is Co-Op Month Money. Food. Housing. Electricity. Broadband. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2024 at 7:00 am The Fish Factor Salmon and other fish influence every decision for lower Snake River dams. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Pathways to Power The Bonneville Power Administration’s Pathways Internship program offers college students and recent graduates an opportunity to gain valuable electric industry experience in positions where they can make an impact. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Teacher Appreciation Week Wasco Electric Cooperative celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week on May 6th by engaging local schools in a creative competition, requesting classes to color safety and utility-focused pages for a chance to win a classroom pizza party. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Writer/Photographer Wanted Have you read an interesting article in Wasco Electric’s edition of Ruralite magazine and thought you have what it takes to write a fun, compelling, or emotional feature? Inside Ruralite June 1, 2024 at 7:00 am The Dalles Sends 3 Robotics Teams to World Championships For decades, The Dalles has been a force to reckon with in baseball, winning the high school state title 9 times since 1955. Inside Ruralite June 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Clearing the Right-of-Way Do you ever stop to think about how much we rely on electricity? Inside Ruralite May 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Illuminating Safety: Wasco Electric’s Commitment to Community Education Safety shines at the heart of Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) because of the proactive efforts of staff and their commitment to you, our members. Inside Ruralite April 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message – April 2024 Oregon’s 2024 Legislative Assembly recently concluded its short session. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Are You Signed Up for Budget Billing? Sign up for our Budget Billing Program and receive the security of knowing. Your power bill will be the same amount each month. Inside Ruralite April 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Need a Hand? Are you a not-for-profit organization looking for capital improvement funds? Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 14, 2024 at 7:00 am Economic Grant Deadline Are you connected to a not-for-profit organization that is looking for capital improvement funds? Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 5, 2024 at 11:31 am 2024 Scholarship Opportunities Apply today for your chance to win a scholarship; the deadline is May 3rd. Inside Ruralite March 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Engineering Week Wasco Electric Cooperative celebrated our engineering department the week of February 18. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Reset & Ready Lindsay Forepaugh jokes that she “fell off a ranch” and into The Dalles, but that’s only part of the story for Wasco Electric Cooperative’s new general manager. Inside Ruralite February 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Prime Rib, Prizes & Power Pride of ownership rang through Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 84th annual meeting in December. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Hot Off The Press! Colleen Strohm didn’t want to start a newspaper. Rumors and exaggerations shook her to action. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Cowboy Craftsman John Wilson has the hands of a worker and the mind of a maker. Inside Ruralite November 1, 2023 at 7:00 am A Ghost Town No More A famous Oregon ghost town at the remote southern end of Wasco County is springing back to life. Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Faster, Hotter, Bigger Over nearly 50 years, Eugene Walters has fought roughly 1,500 fires. He’s noticed a dangerous change. Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Shining Bright How dark is your neighborhood sky on a moonless night? Can you see millions of sparkling stars, planets and perhaps even the International Space Station? Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2023 at 7:00 am WECare Program – A Hand to Those in Need At one time or another, many of us have been unable to meet our financial obligations. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Dufur Market, Revived Kramer’s Market is back. Sort of. Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Preserving the Past, Carving the Present John Zipprich sees in subtraction. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2023 at 12:32 pm Fuel On Though his work nearly killed him, Brett Kaseberg still loves his job. Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Celebrating 3 Decades Liz Woody’s favorite place at The Museum at Warm Springs is not the display of colorful ceremonial clothing, the exhibit of family heirlooms, or the collection of historic photographs. Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Roads Less Traveled Hundreds of people from across the nation are traveling thousands of miles to spend a weekend bicycling through Sherman County. Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2023 at 7:00 am May 19 Deadline: Scholarships Available Wasco Electric will award one $5,000 educational scholarship and one $4,000 trade school scholarship to high school seniors within the service territory. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 11, 2023 at 10:58 am Now Serving Hard Work & Good Food In Wasco, it’s Kory Geddes, the entrepreneur serving cold beer, hot steak and a warm smile. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 11, 2023 at 7:00 am 2023 Scholarships and Grants Available Wasco Electric Cooperative is awarding 2 education and trade scholarships to high school seniors within its service territory. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 14, 2023 at 7:51 am Call Colette! Want to learn to read, ride, hitch or cook? Need a ham, haircut or helping hand? Call Colette! Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Hydro History Electricity generated from hydropower tells an interesting story about today’s energy trends that is deeper than just water flowing over the dam. Carousel February 6, 2023 at 11:04 am Member Survey Wasco Electric Coop has partnered with ACSI to conduct our Member Satisfaction Survey. Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2023 at 7:00 am The State of the Cooperative After 2 years of virtual meetings, Wasco Electric Cooperative’s staff, board of directors and members met in person for the co-op’s 83rd annual meeting in December at The Dalles Civic Auditorium. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2023 at 7:00 am The Sounds of Song Marty Hansen hears every squeak and squawk, every croak and crack. He is not daunted. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2022 at 7:00 am From Addiction to Ahhhh! Shannon Red Cloud vividly recalls her moment of transformation. Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2022 at 7:00 am A Race To Remember Amy McNamee and Shandie Johnson this summer competed in the toughest horse race in the world: the Mongol Derby, a 620-mile ride on semi-wild horses across the rugged and remote terrain of Mongolia. Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Fixer Upper In a small town where nearly every storefront is vacant, Amanda and Travis West see opportunity in an abandoned hotel. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2022 at 7:00 am You Need a Haircut “You need a haircut, and I’m going to give it to you,” says Leslie Douglass, with a mix of tough love and tender smile as she snaps open a cape and raises her clippers. Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2022 at 7:00 am A Writer in Residence For Penelope Scambly Schott, writing is a playful effort. An award-winning poet with more than 20 published books, she has a simple method. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Keep History Happening Time is taking its toll at the Sherman County Historical Museum. Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Rate Increase Begins This Month In response to a cost-of-service analysis completed by a third-party consulting agency, it was decided at Wasco Electric Cooperative's April 2022 board meeting to adopt an 8.25%.... Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2022 at 7:00 am In the Kids Zone Becky Brandenburg had a big problem in need of a simple solution. Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Neighbor to Neighbor An hour before the food pantry opens, 80-year-old Bette Hyatt is first in line. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2022 at 7:00 am WEC Photo Contest Calling all photographers. At the Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) Member Appreciation Picnic. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Growing Together It was a long and lonely winter, and Jessica Richelderfer Wheeler was dreaming of spring when she put out a tentative call to local gardeners. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Small Town Big Plans 4 years ago, a teen runner complained about cinders in her shoes. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Look Up! Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) reminds you of the hazards when working around power lines. Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Life Shift, With Gratitude Nancy Wesson finds new life in 3rd and fourth acts Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2022 at 7:00 am If the Horseshoe Fits 25-year-old Mission Farrier School moves to Tygh Valley. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2022 at 7:00 am 2021 Annual Meeting The Wasco Electric Cooperative annual meeting on November 20 was a success. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Quiet Roar of Change Story and photos by Drew Myron Electric tractors are rolling across local farm fields with a quiet hum that could signal the next wave of rural electrification. Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Meeting Materials Mailed to Members On November 1, Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) mailed out an absentee ballot to each member with information for the 2021 special meeting of WEC, to be held Saturday, November 20, virtually via Zoom. Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Meet Your WEC Board Candidates Join us to hear reports from General Manager Ned Ratterman and Board President Mike Collins and for the cooperative’s board of director election results. Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Lead With Humility Ned Ratterman knows how to handle the challenge of large and powerful forces. Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2021 at 7:00 am In the Heart of Lickskillet Country On a high ridge 50 miles south of The Dalles, in a rocky landscape known as Lickskillet Country, 2 women are working against great odds. Carousel September 9, 2021 at 11:49 am Available Positions We are hiring for Journeyman Lineman and Groundman positions. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2021 at 7:00 am A Balanced Approach is Needed, Not More Litigation The following remarks are from Dave Markham, general manager of Central Electric Cooperative in Redmond, regarding litigation over the Lower Snake River dams. Inside Ruralite September 1, 2021 at 7:00 am 2021 Annual Meeting The 82nd Annual Meeting of Wasco Electric Cooperative Inc. is Saturday, November 20, at Fort Dalles Readiness Center in The Dalles. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2021 at 7:00 am An Unforgettable Career Jeff Davis is letting his hair down. Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Homework, Happiness, Opportunity Anyone who wonders if they can really make a difference should look to Amber Anderson. Carousel July 14, 2021 at 10:39 am Now Hiring – Journeyman Lineman Wasco Electric Cooperative is seeking qualified candidates for the position(s) of a Journeyman Lineman. Carousel, Manager's Message July 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — July 2021 A journey that began in December 1981 will come to an end in late August. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2021 at 7:00 am When the Roosevelts Visited Oregon On September 28, 1937, Oregon received a special treat: a visit from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and his wife, Eleanor. Inside Ruralite May 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Try a Social Media Detox Ever wonder how much time you spend on social media? Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2021 at 7:00 am It’s Electrical Safety Month: Generate Safely During a power outage, the only options used to be lighting a candle or finding a flashlight and patiently waiting by the fireplace. Inside Ruralite May 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Scholarships Available Due to the cancellation of the 2021 Washington, D.C. Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Look Up! Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) reminds you of the hazards when working around power lines. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Scholarships Available Due to the cancellation of the 2021 Washington, D.C. Carousel March 16, 2021 at 10:00 am Budget Billing Program Sign up for our Budget Billing Program and receive the security of knowing your power bill will be the same amount each month. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 2, 2021 at 11:57 am Call 811 Before You Dig Spring is here, and summer is just around the corner. Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Space Heater Safety Keep space heaters away from water. Water and electricity do not mix, period. Inside Ruralite January 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Capital Credit Retirement In December, Wasco Electric Cooperative retired the remainder of the 1990 and a portion of the 1991 capital margins back to members and former members. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Governor Should Reconsider Upon hearing Gov. Kate Brown’s intent to sue the federal government over how it manages the federal Columbia River system, Wasco Electric Cooperative was disappointed but not surprised at her decision. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2021 at 7:00 am A Public Power Conversation Scott Corwin was born in Oregon and became an avid outdoor sports enthusiast. Carousel December 3, 2020 at 8:00 am Capital Credit Retirement This month Wasco Electric Cooperative will retire the remainder of the 1990 and a portion of the 1991 capital margins back to members and former members. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Learning on the River “Every time we go out on the water, we learn something new, and we discover things as a team,” says Megan Lenardson. Carousel November 21, 2020 at 10:43 am Board of Director Results At the Special meeting of Wasco Electric Cooperative on November 21, the following members were elected to the board of directors. Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Meeting Materials Mailed to Members On November 3, Wasco Electric Cooperative will mail out an absentee ballot to each member with information for the 2020 special meeting of WEC, to be held Saturday, November 21, via teleconference. Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Meet Your WEC Candidates Join us to hear the Wasco Electric Cooperative Board of Director election results on November 21, 2020, at 11 a.m. via Teleconference. Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Special Meeting — November 21 2020 Teleconference This year's board of director elections will look a little different due to the meeting rules in place for Oregon, which led us to cancel the annual meeting. Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2020 at 7:00 am A Buzzing Enthusiasm Bees might as well be Jerry Frazier’s mascot. He is just as busy as a member of the hive. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 10, 2020 at 12:32 pm Is a Ductless System Right for You? Ductless heating and cooling systems distribute warm air more evenly and efficiently than traditional electric heaters. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 10, 2020 at 11:47 am Special Meeting Following much discussion and consideration of the status of the COVID-19 pandemic and the meeting rules in place for Oregon,.... Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 10, 2020 at 11:44 am WECare Program At 1 time or another, many of us have been unable to meet our financial obligations. Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Bo Gridley Retires After 23 Years With WEC After 30 years in the line trade, it is time for the next chapter of Bo Gridley’s career. Bo recently retired from Wasco Electric Cooperative after 23 years with the co-op. Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Small Ways to Save Big Saving money always seems to be associated with sacrificing fun. But this isn’t an article about sacrificing fun. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2020 at 7:00 am On to New Adventures Wasco Electric Cooperative operations manager calls it a career after 37 years Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Osprey Platforms Help Keep the Co-op’s System Reliable Every spring it happens: Osprey build new nests. Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Don’t Be Bored This Summer From low-tech indoor and outdoor throwbacks to imaginative play, staying at home offers endless entertainment Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 2, 2020 at 12:53 pm Hydropower Flows Here Hydropower is renewable energy made by water. Inside Ruralite April 1, 2020 at 7:13 am Lineworker Appreciate Day – April 13, 2020 Lineworkers serve on the front lines of our nation’s energy needs. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2020 at 6:30 am The Importance of Electrical Safety Wasco Electric Cooperative and Northern Wasco County PUD annually participate in joint school safety programs in local schools in The Dalles and Dufur. Carousel March 3, 2020 at 7:05 am Gain Peace of Mind With Your Electric Bill Sign up for our Budget Billing Program and receive the security of knowing your power bill will be the same amount each month. Carousel March 2, 2020 at 1:44 pm Heat Pump Water Heater Program Wasco Electric Cooperative, General Pacific, and Great Northwest Installations are partnering to provide our members with an opportunity to replace their existing electric water heater with a highly efficient heat pump water heater manufactured by Rheem. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Renovating History Nestled in the shadows of Mount Hood, Maupin is undergoing a bit of a renaissance. Carousel, Manager's Message February 27, 2020 at 4:04 pm Manager’s Message — March 2020, Oregon Empowers The Oregon Rural Cooperative Association and electric co-ops across Oregon are embarking on an ambitious project to electrify a remote village in the mountains of Guatemala. Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2020 at 7:00 am New Era in the Electric Utility Industry The power that lights your home is not your grandfather’s electricity. It might not even be your older brother’s electricity. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2020 at 7:09 am 2020 Youth Tour This is a wonderful opportunity to find out more about co-ops, see our nation’s capital, and visit special memorials and historical sites that most people only read about or see on television. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2020 at 6:25 am State of the Cooperative With many members in attendance, Wasco Electric Cooperative kicked off its 80th annual meeting November 23rd at Fort Dalles Readiness Center. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2019 at 2:32 pm A 160-Year-Old History Lesson Not every county is as thrifty as Wasco County. While other counties have torn down their old courthouses, Wasco County has its full heritage intact. Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message December 1, 2019 at 6:50 am Manager’s Message — December 2019 This month, Wasco Electric Cooperative will retire all of the 1989 and a portion of the 1990 capital margins back to members and former members. News November 27, 2019 at 3:23 am 2019 Annual Meeting Results Election Results Inside Ruralite November 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Meet Your WEC Board 3 positions are up for election at Wasco Electric’s 80th annual meeting Saturday, November 23. Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message October 1, 2019 at 11:43 am Manager’s Message — October 2019 The Wasco Electric Cooperative nominating committee, consisting of members from each director district, met on September 5 to nominate candidates for election at this year’s annual meeting. Inside Ruralite October 1, 2019 at 11:16 am A Trip of a Lifetime Thomas Scott had never been on an airplane. Inside Ruralite October 1, 2019 at 11:08 am 2019 Annual Meeting Saturday, November 23 Inside Ruralite September 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Filling In The Missing Pieces If the first farm cultivation started in Mesopotamia about 10,000 years ago, surely the first agricultural dispute wasn’t far behind Inside Ruralite September 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Keeping Overhead Power Lines Clear Wasco Electric Cooperative works hard to provide safe and reliable service to its members. Inside Ruralite September 1, 2019 at 7:00 am WECare Program: A Hand to Those in Need At one time or another, many of us have faced the dilemma of not being able to meet our financial obligations. Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message September 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — September 2019 The 80th annual meeting of Wasco Electric Cooperative Inc. is Saturday, November 23, at the Fort Dalles Readiness Center in The Dalles. Inside Ruralite August 23, 2019 at 10:33 am National Hydropower Day Today is a day that we salute Hydropower for the important role it plays in the Northwest. Inside Ruralite August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Team Shows Strong at State Tourney Parker Wallace of Dufur, above, took first place in the male novice category at the Oregon State Trap Shooting Tournament on June 22 at the Hillsboro Trap and Skeet Club. Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — August 2019 Although November is several months away, preparations for Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 80th annual meeting are underway. Inside Ruralite August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am 2019 Annual Meeting Mark your calendars and join fellow members at Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 80th annual meeting on Saturday, November 23, at The Dalles Readiness Center, 402 East Scenic Drive. Inside Ruralite August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am WEC Seeks Board Nominees The Wasco Electric Cooperative bylaws provide the method for nominating candidates to the board of directors. Inside Ruralite August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am A Blast of a Mentor As shotgun blasts echo against the hillside in a cattle pasture south of Dufur, a grizzled man in a cap and battered canvas coat paces behind the line of teenaged shooters, occasionally stepping up to offer a piece of advice. Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message July 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — July 2019 This spring, Wasco Electric Cooperative Director Jerry Duling completed the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s Credentialed Cooperative Director program. Inside Ruralite July 1, 2019 at 7:00 am River and Rock Sue Knapp doesn’t have to travel far for artistic inspiration. Inside Ruralite July 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Safety-Inspired Artwork At the end of April, Wasco and Sherman County elementary school students participated in a Wasco Electric Cooperative demonstration that featured the importance of electrical safety. Inside Ruralite June 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Feeding Need Jenny Estes had to choose between heat or food. Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message June 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — June 2019 At the 79th annual meeting of the Northwest Public Power Association last month, Wasco Electric board member Ron Holmes took the reins as president of the board of trustees. Inside Ruralite May 14, 2019 at 8:00 am Apply for Economic Grant Funds Looking for funds to support a capital improvement to your nonprofit project that will benefit the economic development of Wasco Electric Cooperative’s service area? Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message May 1, 2019 at 7:29 am Electrical Safety Starts With You Every electrical device has a purpose and a service lifespan. None will last forever. Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Go Outside! A Maupin fly-fishing couple champions outdoor fun Inside Ruralite May 1, 2019 at 7:00 am An Initiative to Work Safely Nearly 2 decades ago, Northfork Electric Cooperative’s Heath Martin survived a 7,200-volt shock on the job. He admits the accident was his fault. Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2019 at 7:00 am May Is Electrical Safety Month Each year, nearly 400 people die from electrical accidents in the U.S. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2019 at 7:00 am New Life at the Old Wasco School In Wasco, a town of 400, there’s a new sign of transformation: pickleball. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Don’t Be Surprised! Know What’s Below. Call Before You Dig. Before picking up a shovel, pick up the telephone. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2019 at 7:00 am A True Recipe for Success In a school kitchen, hot oil sizzles, hamburger scorches, smoke billows, a timer rings and a teen calls out, “My breadcrumbs are burning!” Carousel February 6, 2019 at 5:04 pm Scam Alert Wasco Electric Cooperative is warning its members about an elaborate scam attempt that is targeting utility customers. Carousel, Manager's Message February 1, 2019 at 9:32 am Legislature Makes Cap & Trade a Priority Ted Case is executive director of the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association in Salem. Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2019 at 9:30 am Old Things are Worth Saving With its sagging roof and broken windows, this building without bathrooms or heat seemed to be forgotten. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Gather Here It’s past lunch and still hours from dinner, but the Grass Valley Country Market is buzzing and busy. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2018 at 7:00 am 2019 Youth Tour This is a wonderful opportunity to find out more about co-ops, see our nation’s capital, and visit special memorials and historical sites that most people only read about or see on television. Blog, Carousel November 20, 2018 at 8:01 am 2018 Director Election Results Election Results Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2018 at 7:00 am A View From the Cockpit Kathy McCullough is not one in a million. She is 1 in 2,376. Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Meet Your Board Candidates 3 positions are up for election at Wasco Electric’s 79th annual meeting on Saturday, November 17 Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2018 at 7:00 am A Summer of Fire Wildfire made history this summer, though it’s a record no one wants to celebrate or repeat. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2018 at 7:00 am WECare Program: A Hand to Those in Need At one time or another, many of us have faced the dilemma of not being able to meet our financial obligations. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2018 at 7:00 am From The Dalles to D.C. Tired but inspired, 2 local teens experienced a once-in-a-lifetime adventure this summer when they traveled to Washington, D.C. Carousel August 6, 2018 at 8:00 am Dolly Parton Imagination Library Do you have a pre-school age child between birth and 5 years old interested in reading? Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Built by Bob At 80, a life of hard work has taken a toll on Bob Gustafson. Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2018 at 7:00 am WEC Seeks Board Nominees The Wasco Electric Cooperative bylaws provide the method for nominating candidates to the board of directors. Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2018 at 7:00 am 2018 Annual Meeting Mark your calendars and join fellow members at Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 79th annual meeting on Saturday, November 17 Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Reservoirs: The Region’s Storage Battery Just like animals in times of abundance gather and store food for the leaner months, hydropower operators store water during wet months in preparation for drier conditions. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2018 at 7:00 am 5 Steps for Safe Digging Working on an outdoor project? Careless digging poses a threat to people, pipelines, and underground projects. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2018 at 7:00 am From Tomatoes to Tourists With tomatoes and tenacity, a handful of local merchants are coming together to strengthen communities across Sherman and Wasco counties. Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Stay Away from Electrical Substations An electrical substation converts electricity to a lower voltage so it can be safely routed and delivered to your home. Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Essential Ingredients Maupin Market is an endangered species. Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2018 at 7:00 am You Can Make a Difference Wasco Electric Cooperative belongs to a statewide association called the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association. Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Goldie’s Last Scoop When Goldie Roberts moved to Shaniko in 1983, she counted the days till she could get away. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Be Safe Around Electricity — Remember to Look Up! With the irrigation season upon us and summertime activities just around the corner, Wasco Electric Cooperative wants to remind all of its members about the importance of electrical safety. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Gain Peace of Mind With Billing Program Sign up for Wasco Electric Cooperative’s budget billing program and receive the security of knowing your power bill will be the same amount each month. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Doggone Good! Off a lonely stretch of highway, a small diner in a small town has earned a big following. Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Spring Safety As spring approaches after a long winter, many of us are itching to get outdoors to work or play. Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2018 at 9:20 pm From Wheat to Wind The odds were against him, but challenge defines Ormand Hilderbrand. Carousel February 9, 2018 at 3:53 pm You Can Make a Difference Wasco Electric Cooperative belongs to a statewide association called the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association. Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2018 at 11:32 pm Art of the Unexpected Thank goodness for Mrs. Smart, the art teacher. Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2018 at 10:41 pm You Can Make a Difference Wasco Electric Cooperative belongs to a statewide association called the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association. Carousel January 22, 2018 at 4:41 pm Growing More Than Wheat At 89, James “Jim” Johnson jokes that he has to live long enough to taste the rewards of 5 generations of farming: a glass of whiskey. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2018 at 9:35 pm The State of the Cooperative, News from Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 78th Annual Meeting of the Members Entertainer Ted Horwitz performed for the members during a lunch from Cowboy Catering, as neighbors new and old caught up with the happenings around their communities. Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Fire, Power & Prizes After many months, the memory of fire still burns. Blog, Carousel December 12, 2017 at 1:55 pm 1987 Capital Credit Retirement At the October 26th board meeting the board of directors, elected to pay out capital credits accrued in the year of 1987 in full. Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2017 at 4:51 pm Rural Healer, Mother Bear Sharon DeHart sees a medical emergency but knows how to avert the crisis. Carousel, News November 21, 2017 at 4:53 pm 2019 Annual Meeting Results Election results are in following the 2019 Annual Meeting. Inside Ruralite November 1, 2017 at 10:31 pm Meet Your Candidates 3 board of director positions are up for election at the 2017 annual meeting Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2017 at 10:25 pm 2018 Youth Tour Do you know a high school freshman or sophomore who would like to have an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., in June 2018? Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 18, 2017 at 10:00 am Rate Increase Effective with November Billings As reported in the October Ruralite, in anticipation of the Bonneville Power Administration’s region-wide rate increase of 5.4% Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2017 at 7:20 pm Quilting for Good Quilts are like zucchini, says Margaret Davis. “You can only give so many to your kids and grandkids,” she says. Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message October 1, 2017 at 2:48 pm Manager’s Message – October 2017 In late July, the Bonneville Power Administration announced a regionwide rate increase of 5.4% to its wholesale power rates to the region’s utilities. Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message September 1, 2017 at 11:04 am Manager’s Message – September 2017 The 78th Annual Meeting of Wasco Electric Cooperative Inc. is Saturday, November 18, at the Fort Dalles Readiness Center in The Dalles. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2017 at 10:46 am How Good Health Grows The shelves are bare at the local market, and owner Carey Hughes is delighted. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2017 at 10:36 am WECare: A Hand to Those in Need At one time or another, many of us have faced the dilemma of not being able to meet our financial obligations. Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2017 at 9:09 am Hitting the Brakes on Sale of PMAs For many customers and members of consumer-owned utilities in the West, the electricity you use has traveled at some point... News August 1, 2017 at 9:25 am 2017 Solar Eclipse As many of you are aware, August 21st 2017 will bring a total Solar Eclipse over the southern portion of Wasco County. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 29, 2017 at 7:00 pm Good Soap, Made With Love Struggling with an autoimmune disorder that caused chronic pain and fatigue, Becky Keys of Dufur just wanted relief. Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message July 29, 2017 at 6:55 pm 2017 Annual Meeting Although November is several months away, preparations for Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 78th annual meeting are underway. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 29, 2017 at 6:00 pm WEC Seeks Board Nominees The Wasco Electric Cooperative bylaws provide the method for nominating candidates to the board of directors. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2017 at 8:57 am Farmers + Scientists = Best Possible Wheat Kyle Bender counts weeds, measures rain, and drives 38 miles to shop for groceries. Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2017 at 6:16 am White House Wants to Sell BPA As the old saying goes, “It keeps showing up like a bad penny. Carousel, Inside Ruralite, News March 1, 2017 at 10:00 pm From Pasture to Plate The 2 men say responsible grazing, farming, and ecological practices create real sustainability. Inside Ruralite, News March 1, 2017 at 9:20 pm 2017 Youth Rally The Idaho Consumer-Owned Utility Association Youth Rally is an annual weeklong conference Monday, July 10, through Saturday, July 15, at The College of Idaho in Caldwell. Inside Ruralite, News March 1, 2017 at 7:00 pm Apply for Economic Grant Funds Looking for funds to support a capital improvement to your nonprofit project that will benefit the economic development of Wasco Electric Cooperative’s service area?
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2026 at 9:00 am Electricity Brings Everyday Value When it comes to electricity, we rarely think twice when we flip on a light switch, charge our phones or adjust the thermostat.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2026 at 9:00 am Time for a Fall Tuneup As summer comes to an end, assess the health of your home to maximize savings.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message September 1, 2026 at 9:00 am Manager’s Message – September 2026 Member Input Shapes the Co-op's Future
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Following Your Energy Dollar Wholesale Power Costs Shape the Rates Wasco Electric Cooperative Charges Its Members
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Coordinating Power Across the Grid When you flip a switch, electricity is there—instant, reliable, and ready to power your day.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message August 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message – August 2026 Strong Governance Begins With Engaged Members
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2026 at 12:00 am Building the Future South Wasco County Schools Transform Students Into Problem Solvers
Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message July 1, 2026 at 12:00 am Manager’s Message – July 2026 Changes to Articles Need Member Input
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2026 at 6:11 am Why Vegetation Management Matters There’s something timeless about trees.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message June 1, 2026 at 6:11 am Manager’s Message – June 2026 Wasco Electric Remains Proactive for You
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2026 at 6:11 am Keeping You Moving Barnett Towing has served for nearly 70 years—1 tow, 1 repair, 1 community at a time.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Safe Schools Start With Simple Lessons Local Fourth Graders Learn Simple, Safe Ways To Stay Back From Power Risks
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2026 at 7:00 am The Rebirth of Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs transforms its historic hot springs into a $9,000,000 success story.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message May 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message – May 2026 An Update From Salem & Washington, D.C.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 23, 2026 at 9:41 am Forged by Tradition, Guided by Science A lightning storm moved in fast during the 2025 Fiesta Cowboy Gathering, disrupting the cowboy poetry event at Tygh Valley Fairgrounds.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 23, 2026 at 9:41 am Spring Into Energy Savings Spring is a season of renewal—and a great time to refresh your energy habits, too!
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Continuing the Conversation Resources & Planning Ensure Reliable, Affordable Power
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Growing More Than Food Tygh Valley Farm Keeps Fresh Produce Available Year-Round
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Continuing the Conversation What the March 2026 Rate Adjustment Means for Members
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2026 at 7:00 am A Lifeline for South Wasco County The Life Raft Pantry Feeds Nearly 600 People Monthly With Help From Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) Members & Volunteers
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2026 at 7:00 am Prepare for Winter Storms When winter temperatures drop and storms hit, it can be challenging to stay safe and warm.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2026 at 7:00 am A Century of Community Pine Grove’s Historic Center Carries On Rural Tradition
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Finding Creative Solutions Oregon Community Center Overcomes Funding Cuts
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Your New Electric Bill Learn What’s Changing & Why Before Your Next Statement Arrives
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2025 at 7:00 am From Art Studio to Wildlife Preserve A Commitment to Rescued Mares Transforms Wild Horse Conservation
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2025 at 12:59 am Small-Town Success Story Sisters Add Their Touches to Local Market That Serves as an Anchor for the Community
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Faith, Friends & Fun Christian Camp Evolves From Summer Facility to a Year-Round Ministry
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2025 at 7:00 am 3 Smart Home Technologies to Help You Save Smart technologies make homes more comfortable, convenient, and energy efficient.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Coming Full Circle Former Student Helps Transform Century-Old Building Into Thriving Community Center
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2025 at 7:00 am 4 Common Culprits of Electrical Fires Outdated wiring and overloaded circuits are the most common causes of electrical fires.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Practice Electrical Safety Around Power Lines Being Aware & Calling 811 Can Save Lives
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2025 at 7:00 am A Personal Touch to Rural Law Enforcement Wasco County Sheriff’s Office Revives Dedicated Position To Serve Remote Communities
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2025 at 7:00 am 5 Tips to Reduce Wildfire Risks Wildfires have become common in the Pacific Northwest and other parts of the United States.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2025 at 7:00 am The Power of Coffee & Culture Warm Springs Entrepreneur Turns Childhood Hardship Into Hope
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Bringing Light to Guatemala Local Lineworker Travels More Than 3,000 Miles To Help Supply Power to a Community in Need
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2025 at 7:00 am The Importance of Reliability America is at an energy crossroads.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 18, 2025 at 6:29 am 2025 Scholarship Opportunities Wasco Electric Cooperative will award 1 $5,000 trade school scholarship and 1 $5,000 education scholarship to high school seniors within the Cooperative’s service territory.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 18, 2025 at 6:29 am Raising Cattle, Raising Voices Karissa Gorham Balances Daily Ranch Duties With Anthem Performances at Northwest Rodeos
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 18, 2025 at 6:29 am Lineworkers Are Wired for Service Celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on Friday, April 18
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Why Oregon’s Energy Future Matters to You It’s a cold winter evening in Oregon. You’re sorting through the day’s mail when you spot your electricity bill.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Filling More Than Closets Chelsy Woods had had enough. The Sherman County resident was weary of hauling bags of brand-name clothes to donation sites each time her children changed their style.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2025 at 7:00 am An Ear for Music Growing up on the Oregon coast in Birkenfeld, Laurel Herlocker was immersed in music.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Seeing the Milky Way From Main Street Antelope was certified as an International Dark Sky Community on December 4, 2024, by DarkSky International, making Antelope....
Carousel January 1, 2025 at 10:20 am Unclaimed Capital Credits Wasco Electric Cooperative, Inc., gives notice that payments are now and have been available at the office of Wasco Electric Cooperative.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2025 at 7:00 am Like Son, Like Father For many people, retirement offers the opportunity to slow down—perhaps travel and enjoy new vistas.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2025 at 7:00 am From Storage Unit to Elves’ House The 4 storage units were so full of doll parts, bear kits, vintage books, craft materials, and keepsakes that volunteer organizer Kathy Cantrell’s crew had to open them carefully, concerned something might flop out.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 26, 2024 at 10:28 am Wildfire Assessment & Resilience for Networks (WARN) Grant Wasco Electric Cooperative has received $1.4 million from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to enhance wildfire protection and resilience in the communities it serves by making critical upgrades to its electric system.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Capital Credit General Retirement Notice In September, the Wasco Electric (WEC) Board of Directors approved a general retirement of $390,154 to members.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Far-Reaching Impact The 4 lower Snake River dams play a vital role in recreation and environmental stewardship in Idaho and Washington and have important impacts on irrigated farmland.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Cast Your Vote: Wasco Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting Cast your vote at the Wasco Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2024 at 1:22 am Keep It Cooperative: October Is Co-Op Month Money. Food. Housing. Electricity. Broadband.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2024 at 7:00 am The Fish Factor Salmon and other fish influence every decision for lower Snake River dams.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Pathways to Power The Bonneville Power Administration’s Pathways Internship program offers college students and recent graduates an opportunity to gain valuable electric industry experience in positions where they can make an impact.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Teacher Appreciation Week Wasco Electric Cooperative celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week on May 6th by engaging local schools in a creative competition, requesting classes to color safety and utility-focused pages for a chance to win a classroom pizza party.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Writer/Photographer Wanted Have you read an interesting article in Wasco Electric’s edition of Ruralite magazine and thought you have what it takes to write a fun, compelling, or emotional feature?
Inside Ruralite June 1, 2024 at 7:00 am The Dalles Sends 3 Robotics Teams to World Championships For decades, The Dalles has been a force to reckon with in baseball, winning the high school state title 9 times since 1955.
Inside Ruralite June 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Clearing the Right-of-Way Do you ever stop to think about how much we rely on electricity?
Inside Ruralite May 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Illuminating Safety: Wasco Electric’s Commitment to Community Education Safety shines at the heart of Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) because of the proactive efforts of staff and their commitment to you, our members.
Inside Ruralite April 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message – April 2024 Oregon’s 2024 Legislative Assembly recently concluded its short session.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Are You Signed Up for Budget Billing? Sign up for our Budget Billing Program and receive the security of knowing. Your power bill will be the same amount each month.
Inside Ruralite April 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Need a Hand? Are you a not-for-profit organization looking for capital improvement funds?
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 14, 2024 at 7:00 am Economic Grant Deadline Are you connected to a not-for-profit organization that is looking for capital improvement funds?
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 5, 2024 at 11:31 am 2024 Scholarship Opportunities Apply today for your chance to win a scholarship; the deadline is May 3rd.
Inside Ruralite March 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Engineering Week Wasco Electric Cooperative celebrated our engineering department the week of February 18.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Reset & Ready Lindsay Forepaugh jokes that she “fell off a ranch” and into The Dalles, but that’s only part of the story for Wasco Electric Cooperative’s new general manager.
Inside Ruralite February 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Prime Rib, Prizes & Power Pride of ownership rang through Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 84th annual meeting in December.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2024 at 7:00 am Hot Off The Press! Colleen Strohm didn’t want to start a newspaper. Rumors and exaggerations shook her to action.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Cowboy Craftsman John Wilson has the hands of a worker and the mind of a maker.
Inside Ruralite November 1, 2023 at 7:00 am A Ghost Town No More A famous Oregon ghost town at the remote southern end of Wasco County is springing back to life.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Faster, Hotter, Bigger Over nearly 50 years, Eugene Walters has fought roughly 1,500 fires. He’s noticed a dangerous change.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Shining Bright How dark is your neighborhood sky on a moonless night? Can you see millions of sparkling stars, planets and perhaps even the International Space Station?
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2023 at 7:00 am WECare Program – A Hand to Those in Need At one time or another, many of us have been unable to meet our financial obligations.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Dufur Market, Revived Kramer’s Market is back. Sort of.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Preserving the Past, Carving the Present John Zipprich sees in subtraction.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2023 at 12:32 pm Fuel On Though his work nearly killed him, Brett Kaseberg still loves his job.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Celebrating 3 Decades Liz Woody’s favorite place at The Museum at Warm Springs is not the display of colorful ceremonial clothing, the exhibit of family heirlooms, or the collection of historic photographs.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Roads Less Traveled Hundreds of people from across the nation are traveling thousands of miles to spend a weekend bicycling through Sherman County.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2023 at 7:00 am May 19 Deadline: Scholarships Available Wasco Electric will award one $5,000 educational scholarship and one $4,000 trade school scholarship to high school seniors within the service territory.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 11, 2023 at 10:58 am Now Serving Hard Work & Good Food In Wasco, it’s Kory Geddes, the entrepreneur serving cold beer, hot steak and a warm smile.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 11, 2023 at 7:00 am 2023 Scholarships and Grants Available Wasco Electric Cooperative is awarding 2 education and trade scholarships to high school seniors within its service territory.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 14, 2023 at 7:51 am Call Colette! Want to learn to read, ride, hitch or cook? Need a ham, haircut or helping hand? Call Colette!
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2023 at 7:00 am Hydro History Electricity generated from hydropower tells an interesting story about today’s energy trends that is deeper than just water flowing over the dam.
Carousel February 6, 2023 at 11:04 am Member Survey Wasco Electric Coop has partnered with ACSI to conduct our Member Satisfaction Survey.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2023 at 7:00 am The State of the Cooperative After 2 years of virtual meetings, Wasco Electric Cooperative’s staff, board of directors and members met in person for the co-op’s 83rd annual meeting in December at The Dalles Civic Auditorium.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2023 at 7:00 am The Sounds of Song Marty Hansen hears every squeak and squawk, every croak and crack. He is not daunted.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2022 at 7:00 am From Addiction to Ahhhh! Shannon Red Cloud vividly recalls her moment of transformation.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2022 at 7:00 am A Race To Remember Amy McNamee and Shandie Johnson this summer competed in the toughest horse race in the world: the Mongol Derby, a 620-mile ride on semi-wild horses across the rugged and remote terrain of Mongolia.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Fixer Upper In a small town where nearly every storefront is vacant, Amanda and Travis West see opportunity in an abandoned hotel.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2022 at 7:00 am You Need a Haircut “You need a haircut, and I’m going to give it to you,” says Leslie Douglass, with a mix of tough love and tender smile as she snaps open a cape and raises her clippers.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2022 at 7:00 am A Writer in Residence For Penelope Scambly Schott, writing is a playful effort. An award-winning poet with more than 20 published books, she has a simple method.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Keep History Happening Time is taking its toll at the Sherman County Historical Museum.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Rate Increase Begins This Month In response to a cost-of-service analysis completed by a third-party consulting agency, it was decided at Wasco Electric Cooperative's April 2022 board meeting to adopt an 8.25%....
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2022 at 7:00 am In the Kids Zone Becky Brandenburg had a big problem in need of a simple solution.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Neighbor to Neighbor An hour before the food pantry opens, 80-year-old Bette Hyatt is first in line.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2022 at 7:00 am WEC Photo Contest Calling all photographers. At the Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) Member Appreciation Picnic.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Growing Together It was a long and lonely winter, and Jessica Richelderfer Wheeler was dreaming of spring when she put out a tentative call to local gardeners.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Small Town Big Plans 4 years ago, a teen runner complained about cinders in her shoes.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Look Up! Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) reminds you of the hazards when working around power lines.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2022 at 7:00 am Life Shift, With Gratitude Nancy Wesson finds new life in 3rd and fourth acts
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2022 at 7:00 am If the Horseshoe Fits 25-year-old Mission Farrier School moves to Tygh Valley.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2022 at 7:00 am 2021 Annual Meeting The Wasco Electric Cooperative annual meeting on November 20 was a success.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Quiet Roar of Change Story and photos by Drew Myron Electric tractors are rolling across local farm fields with a quiet hum that could signal the next wave of rural electrification.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Meeting Materials Mailed to Members On November 1, Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) mailed out an absentee ballot to each member with information for the 2021 special meeting of WEC, to be held Saturday, November 20, virtually via Zoom.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Meet Your WEC Board Candidates Join us to hear reports from General Manager Ned Ratterman and Board President Mike Collins and for the cooperative’s board of director election results.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Lead With Humility Ned Ratterman knows how to handle the challenge of large and powerful forces.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2021 at 7:00 am In the Heart of Lickskillet Country On a high ridge 50 miles south of The Dalles, in a rocky landscape known as Lickskillet Country, 2 women are working against great odds.
Carousel September 9, 2021 at 11:49 am Available Positions We are hiring for Journeyman Lineman and Groundman positions.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2021 at 7:00 am A Balanced Approach is Needed, Not More Litigation The following remarks are from Dave Markham, general manager of Central Electric Cooperative in Redmond, regarding litigation over the Lower Snake River dams.
Inside Ruralite September 1, 2021 at 7:00 am 2021 Annual Meeting The 82nd Annual Meeting of Wasco Electric Cooperative Inc. is Saturday, November 20, at Fort Dalles Readiness Center in The Dalles.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2021 at 7:00 am An Unforgettable Career Jeff Davis is letting his hair down.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Homework, Happiness, Opportunity Anyone who wonders if they can really make a difference should look to Amber Anderson.
Carousel July 14, 2021 at 10:39 am Now Hiring – Journeyman Lineman Wasco Electric Cooperative is seeking qualified candidates for the position(s) of a Journeyman Lineman.
Carousel, Manager's Message July 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — July 2021 A journey that began in December 1981 will come to an end in late August.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2021 at 7:00 am When the Roosevelts Visited Oregon On September 28, 1937, Oregon received a special treat: a visit from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and his wife, Eleanor.
Inside Ruralite May 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Try a Social Media Detox Ever wonder how much time you spend on social media?
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2021 at 7:00 am It’s Electrical Safety Month: Generate Safely During a power outage, the only options used to be lighting a candle or finding a flashlight and patiently waiting by the fireplace.
Inside Ruralite May 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Scholarships Available Due to the cancellation of the 2021 Washington, D.C.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Look Up! Wasco Electric Cooperative (WEC) reminds you of the hazards when working around power lines.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Scholarships Available Due to the cancellation of the 2021 Washington, D.C.
Carousel March 16, 2021 at 10:00 am Budget Billing Program Sign up for our Budget Billing Program and receive the security of knowing your power bill will be the same amount each month.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 2, 2021 at 11:57 am Call 811 Before You Dig Spring is here, and summer is just around the corner.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Space Heater Safety Keep space heaters away from water. Water and electricity do not mix, period.
Inside Ruralite January 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Capital Credit Retirement In December, Wasco Electric Cooperative retired the remainder of the 1990 and a portion of the 1991 capital margins back to members and former members.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2021 at 7:00 am Governor Should Reconsider Upon hearing Gov. Kate Brown’s intent to sue the federal government over how it manages the federal Columbia River system, Wasco Electric Cooperative was disappointed but not surprised at her decision.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2021 at 7:00 am A Public Power Conversation Scott Corwin was born in Oregon and became an avid outdoor sports enthusiast.
Carousel December 3, 2020 at 8:00 am Capital Credit Retirement This month Wasco Electric Cooperative will retire the remainder of the 1990 and a portion of the 1991 capital margins back to members and former members.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Learning on the River “Every time we go out on the water, we learn something new, and we discover things as a team,” says Megan Lenardson.
Carousel November 21, 2020 at 10:43 am Board of Director Results At the Special meeting of Wasco Electric Cooperative on November 21, the following members were elected to the board of directors.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Meeting Materials Mailed to Members On November 3, Wasco Electric Cooperative will mail out an absentee ballot to each member with information for the 2020 special meeting of WEC, to be held Saturday, November 21, via teleconference.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Meet Your WEC Candidates Join us to hear the Wasco Electric Cooperative Board of Director election results on November 21, 2020, at 11 a.m. via Teleconference.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Special Meeting — November 21 2020 Teleconference This year's board of director elections will look a little different due to the meeting rules in place for Oregon, which led us to cancel the annual meeting.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2020 at 7:00 am A Buzzing Enthusiasm Bees might as well be Jerry Frazier’s mascot. He is just as busy as a member of the hive.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 10, 2020 at 12:32 pm Is a Ductless System Right for You? Ductless heating and cooling systems distribute warm air more evenly and efficiently than traditional electric heaters.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 10, 2020 at 11:47 am Special Meeting Following much discussion and consideration of the status of the COVID-19 pandemic and the meeting rules in place for Oregon,....
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 10, 2020 at 11:44 am WECare Program At 1 time or another, many of us have been unable to meet our financial obligations.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Bo Gridley Retires After 23 Years With WEC After 30 years in the line trade, it is time for the next chapter of Bo Gridley’s career. Bo recently retired from Wasco Electric Cooperative after 23 years with the co-op.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Small Ways to Save Big Saving money always seems to be associated with sacrificing fun. But this isn’t an article about sacrificing fun.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2020 at 7:00 am On to New Adventures Wasco Electric Cooperative operations manager calls it a career after 37 years
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Osprey Platforms Help Keep the Co-op’s System Reliable Every spring it happens: Osprey build new nests.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Don’t Be Bored This Summer From low-tech indoor and outdoor throwbacks to imaginative play, staying at home offers endless entertainment
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 2, 2020 at 12:53 pm Hydropower Flows Here Hydropower is renewable energy made by water.
Inside Ruralite April 1, 2020 at 7:13 am Lineworker Appreciate Day – April 13, 2020 Lineworkers serve on the front lines of our nation’s energy needs.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2020 at 6:30 am The Importance of Electrical Safety Wasco Electric Cooperative and Northern Wasco County PUD annually participate in joint school safety programs in local schools in The Dalles and Dufur.
Carousel March 3, 2020 at 7:05 am Gain Peace of Mind With Your Electric Bill Sign up for our Budget Billing Program and receive the security of knowing your power bill will be the same amount each month.
Carousel March 2, 2020 at 1:44 pm Heat Pump Water Heater Program Wasco Electric Cooperative, General Pacific, and Great Northwest Installations are partnering to provide our members with an opportunity to replace their existing electric water heater with a highly efficient heat pump water heater manufactured by Rheem.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2020 at 7:00 am Renovating History Nestled in the shadows of Mount Hood, Maupin is undergoing a bit of a renaissance.
Carousel, Manager's Message February 27, 2020 at 4:04 pm Manager’s Message — March 2020, Oregon Empowers The Oregon Rural Cooperative Association and electric co-ops across Oregon are embarking on an ambitious project to electrify a remote village in the mountains of Guatemala.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2020 at 7:00 am New Era in the Electric Utility Industry The power that lights your home is not your grandfather’s electricity. It might not even be your older brother’s electricity.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2020 at 7:09 am 2020 Youth Tour This is a wonderful opportunity to find out more about co-ops, see our nation’s capital, and visit special memorials and historical sites that most people only read about or see on television.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2020 at 6:25 am State of the Cooperative With many members in attendance, Wasco Electric Cooperative kicked off its 80th annual meeting November 23rd at Fort Dalles Readiness Center.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2019 at 2:32 pm A 160-Year-Old History Lesson Not every county is as thrifty as Wasco County. While other counties have torn down their old courthouses, Wasco County has its full heritage intact.
Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message December 1, 2019 at 6:50 am Manager’s Message — December 2019 This month, Wasco Electric Cooperative will retire all of the 1989 and a portion of the 1990 capital margins back to members and former members.
Inside Ruralite November 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Meet Your WEC Board 3 positions are up for election at Wasco Electric’s 80th annual meeting Saturday, November 23.
Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message October 1, 2019 at 11:43 am Manager’s Message — October 2019 The Wasco Electric Cooperative nominating committee, consisting of members from each director district, met on September 5 to nominate candidates for election at this year’s annual meeting.
Inside Ruralite October 1, 2019 at 11:16 am A Trip of a Lifetime Thomas Scott had never been on an airplane.
Inside Ruralite September 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Filling In The Missing Pieces If the first farm cultivation started in Mesopotamia about 10,000 years ago, surely the first agricultural dispute wasn’t far behind
Inside Ruralite September 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Keeping Overhead Power Lines Clear Wasco Electric Cooperative works hard to provide safe and reliable service to its members.
Inside Ruralite September 1, 2019 at 7:00 am WECare Program: A Hand to Those in Need At one time or another, many of us have faced the dilemma of not being able to meet our financial obligations.
Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message September 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — September 2019 The 80th annual meeting of Wasco Electric Cooperative Inc. is Saturday, November 23, at the Fort Dalles Readiness Center in The Dalles.
Inside Ruralite August 23, 2019 at 10:33 am National Hydropower Day Today is a day that we salute Hydropower for the important role it plays in the Northwest.
Inside Ruralite August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Team Shows Strong at State Tourney Parker Wallace of Dufur, above, took first place in the male novice category at the Oregon State Trap Shooting Tournament on June 22 at the Hillsboro Trap and Skeet Club.
Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — August 2019 Although November is several months away, preparations for Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 80th annual meeting are underway.
Inside Ruralite August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am 2019 Annual Meeting Mark your calendars and join fellow members at Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 80th annual meeting on Saturday, November 23, at The Dalles Readiness Center, 402 East Scenic Drive.
Inside Ruralite August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am WEC Seeks Board Nominees The Wasco Electric Cooperative bylaws provide the method for nominating candidates to the board of directors.
Inside Ruralite August 1, 2019 at 7:00 am A Blast of a Mentor As shotgun blasts echo against the hillside in a cattle pasture south of Dufur, a grizzled man in a cap and battered canvas coat paces behind the line of teenaged shooters, occasionally stepping up to offer a piece of advice.
Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message July 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — July 2019 This spring, Wasco Electric Cooperative Director Jerry Duling completed the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s Credentialed Cooperative Director program.
Inside Ruralite July 1, 2019 at 7:00 am River and Rock Sue Knapp doesn’t have to travel far for artistic inspiration.
Inside Ruralite July 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Safety-Inspired Artwork At the end of April, Wasco and Sherman County elementary school students participated in a Wasco Electric Cooperative demonstration that featured the importance of electrical safety.
Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message June 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Manager’s Message — June 2019 At the 79th annual meeting of the Northwest Public Power Association last month, Wasco Electric board member Ron Holmes took the reins as president of the board of trustees.
Inside Ruralite May 14, 2019 at 8:00 am Apply for Economic Grant Funds Looking for funds to support a capital improvement to your nonprofit project that will benefit the economic development of Wasco Electric Cooperative’s service area?
Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message May 1, 2019 at 7:29 am Electrical Safety Starts With You Every electrical device has a purpose and a service lifespan. None will last forever.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Go Outside! A Maupin fly-fishing couple champions outdoor fun
Inside Ruralite May 1, 2019 at 7:00 am An Initiative to Work Safely Nearly 2 decades ago, Northfork Electric Cooperative’s Heath Martin survived a 7,200-volt shock on the job. He admits the accident was his fault.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2019 at 7:00 am May Is Electrical Safety Month Each year, nearly 400 people die from electrical accidents in the U.S.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2019 at 7:00 am New Life at the Old Wasco School In Wasco, a town of 400, there’s a new sign of transformation: pickleball.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2019 at 7:00 am Don’t Be Surprised! Know What’s Below. Call Before You Dig. Before picking up a shovel, pick up the telephone.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2019 at 7:00 am A True Recipe for Success In a school kitchen, hot oil sizzles, hamburger scorches, smoke billows, a timer rings and a teen calls out, “My breadcrumbs are burning!”
Carousel February 6, 2019 at 5:04 pm Scam Alert Wasco Electric Cooperative is warning its members about an elaborate scam attempt that is targeting utility customers.
Carousel, Manager's Message February 1, 2019 at 9:32 am Legislature Makes Cap & Trade a Priority Ted Case is executive director of the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association in Salem.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2019 at 9:30 am Old Things are Worth Saving With its sagging roof and broken windows, this building without bathrooms or heat seemed to be forgotten.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Gather Here It’s past lunch and still hours from dinner, but the Grass Valley Country Market is buzzing and busy.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2018 at 7:00 am 2019 Youth Tour This is a wonderful opportunity to find out more about co-ops, see our nation’s capital, and visit special memorials and historical sites that most people only read about or see on television.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2018 at 7:00 am A View From the Cockpit Kathy McCullough is not one in a million. She is 1 in 2,376.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Meet Your Board Candidates 3 positions are up for election at Wasco Electric’s 79th annual meeting on Saturday, November 17
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2018 at 7:00 am A Summer of Fire Wildfire made history this summer, though it’s a record no one wants to celebrate or repeat.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2018 at 7:00 am WECare Program: A Hand to Those in Need At one time or another, many of us have faced the dilemma of not being able to meet our financial obligations.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2018 at 7:00 am From The Dalles to D.C. Tired but inspired, 2 local teens experienced a once-in-a-lifetime adventure this summer when they traveled to Washington, D.C.
Carousel August 6, 2018 at 8:00 am Dolly Parton Imagination Library Do you have a pre-school age child between birth and 5 years old interested in reading?
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Built by Bob At 80, a life of hard work has taken a toll on Bob Gustafson.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2018 at 7:00 am WEC Seeks Board Nominees The Wasco Electric Cooperative bylaws provide the method for nominating candidates to the board of directors.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite August 1, 2018 at 7:00 am 2018 Annual Meeting Mark your calendars and join fellow members at Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 79th annual meeting on Saturday, November 17
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Reservoirs: The Region’s Storage Battery Just like animals in times of abundance gather and store food for the leaner months, hydropower operators store water during wet months in preparation for drier conditions.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2018 at 7:00 am 5 Steps for Safe Digging Working on an outdoor project? Careless digging poses a threat to people, pipelines, and underground projects.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2018 at 7:00 am From Tomatoes to Tourists With tomatoes and tenacity, a handful of local merchants are coming together to strengthen communities across Sherman and Wasco counties.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Stay Away from Electrical Substations An electrical substation converts electricity to a lower voltage so it can be safely routed and delivered to your home.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite June 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Essential Ingredients Maupin Market is an endangered species.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2018 at 7:00 am You Can Make a Difference Wasco Electric Cooperative belongs to a statewide association called the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite May 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Goldie’s Last Scoop When Goldie Roberts moved to Shaniko in 1983, she counted the days till she could get away.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Be Safe Around Electricity — Remember to Look Up! With the irrigation season upon us and summertime activities just around the corner, Wasco Electric Cooperative wants to remind all of its members about the importance of electrical safety.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Gain Peace of Mind With Billing Program Sign up for Wasco Electric Cooperative’s budget billing program and receive the security of knowing your power bill will be the same amount each month.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Doggone Good! Off a lonely stretch of highway, a small diner in a small town has earned a big following.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite April 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Spring Safety As spring approaches after a long winter, many of us are itching to get outdoors to work or play.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite March 1, 2018 at 9:20 pm From Wheat to Wind The odds were against him, but challenge defines Ormand Hilderbrand.
Carousel February 9, 2018 at 3:53 pm You Can Make a Difference Wasco Electric Cooperative belongs to a statewide association called the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2018 at 11:32 pm Art of the Unexpected Thank goodness for Mrs. Smart, the art teacher.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite February 1, 2018 at 10:41 pm You Can Make a Difference Wasco Electric Cooperative belongs to a statewide association called the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association.
Carousel January 22, 2018 at 4:41 pm Growing More Than Wheat At 89, James “Jim” Johnson jokes that he has to live long enough to taste the rewards of 5 generations of farming: a glass of whiskey.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2018 at 9:35 pm The State of the Cooperative, News from Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 78th Annual Meeting of the Members Entertainer Ted Horwitz performed for the members during a lunch from Cowboy Catering, as neighbors new and old caught up with the happenings around their communities.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite January 1, 2018 at 7:00 am Fire, Power & Prizes After many months, the memory of fire still burns.
Blog, Carousel December 12, 2017 at 1:55 pm 1987 Capital Credit Retirement At the October 26th board meeting the board of directors, elected to pay out capital credits accrued in the year of 1987 in full.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite December 1, 2017 at 4:51 pm Rural Healer, Mother Bear Sharon DeHart sees a medical emergency but knows how to avert the crisis.
Carousel, News November 21, 2017 at 4:53 pm 2019 Annual Meeting Results Election results are in following the 2019 Annual Meeting.
Inside Ruralite November 1, 2017 at 10:31 pm Meet Your Candidates 3 board of director positions are up for election at the 2017 annual meeting
Carousel, Inside Ruralite November 1, 2017 at 10:25 pm 2018 Youth Tour Do you know a high school freshman or sophomore who would like to have an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., in June 2018?
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 18, 2017 at 10:00 am Rate Increase Effective with November Billings As reported in the October Ruralite, in anticipation of the Bonneville Power Administration’s region-wide rate increase of 5.4%
Carousel, Inside Ruralite October 1, 2017 at 7:20 pm Quilting for Good Quilts are like zucchini, says Margaret Davis. “You can only give so many to your kids and grandkids,” she says.
Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message October 1, 2017 at 2:48 pm Manager’s Message – October 2017 In late July, the Bonneville Power Administration announced a regionwide rate increase of 5.4% to its wholesale power rates to the region’s utilities.
Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message September 1, 2017 at 11:04 am Manager’s Message – September 2017 The 78th Annual Meeting of Wasco Electric Cooperative Inc. is Saturday, November 18, at the Fort Dalles Readiness Center in The Dalles.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2017 at 10:46 am How Good Health Grows The shelves are bare at the local market, and owner Carey Hughes is delighted.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2017 at 10:36 am WECare: A Hand to Those in Need At one time or another, many of us have faced the dilemma of not being able to meet our financial obligations.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite September 1, 2017 at 9:09 am Hitting the Brakes on Sale of PMAs For many customers and members of consumer-owned utilities in the West, the electricity you use has traveled at some point...
News August 1, 2017 at 9:25 am 2017 Solar Eclipse As many of you are aware, August 21st 2017 will bring a total Solar Eclipse over the southern portion of Wasco County.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 29, 2017 at 7:00 pm Good Soap, Made With Love Struggling with an autoimmune disorder that caused chronic pain and fatigue, Becky Keys of Dufur just wanted relief.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite, Manager's Message July 29, 2017 at 6:55 pm 2017 Annual Meeting Although November is several months away, preparations for Wasco Electric Cooperative’s 78th annual meeting are underway.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 29, 2017 at 6:00 pm WEC Seeks Board Nominees The Wasco Electric Cooperative bylaws provide the method for nominating candidates to the board of directors.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2017 at 8:57 am Farmers + Scientists = Best Possible Wheat Kyle Bender counts weeds, measures rain, and drives 38 miles to shop for groceries.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite July 1, 2017 at 6:16 am White House Wants to Sell BPA As the old saying goes, “It keeps showing up like a bad penny.
Carousel, Inside Ruralite, News March 1, 2017 at 10:00 pm From Pasture to Plate The 2 men say responsible grazing, farming, and ecological practices create real sustainability.
Inside Ruralite, News March 1, 2017 at 9:20 pm 2017 Youth Rally The Idaho Consumer-Owned Utility Association Youth Rally is an annual weeklong conference Monday, July 10, through Saturday, July 15, at The College of Idaho in Caldwell.
Inside Ruralite, News March 1, 2017 at 7:00 pm Apply for Economic Grant Funds Looking for funds to support a capital improvement to your nonprofit project that will benefit the economic development of Wasco Electric Cooperative’s service area?
