Increase in Electric Bill Driven by Higher Power Costs
Increase in Electric Bill Driven by Higher Power Costs Beginning with bills issued on or after May 1, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) members will see an increase in the power cost adjustment (PCA), which reflects the cost of electricity REC purchases on its members’ behalf. This change will increase costs by approximately $9.81 for every 1,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) used, meaning higher use results in a greater impact to the overall bill. The PCA reflects the cost of wholesale power purchased
April is National Financial Literacy Month - 3 financial basics every business should know
April is National Financial Literacy Month Running a business takes more than passion—it requires a clear understanding of your numbers. 3 financial basics every business owner should know:How to read a profit & loss statementThe difference between revenue and cash flowWhy monthly bookkeeping matters Financial clarity leads to better decisions—and less stress at tax time. ?If your accounting feels confusing, the team at Mills, Dayton & Company can help simplify your financial processes and keep your
UVA HEALTH FOOD DRIVE
UVA HEALTH FOOD DRIVEFeeding our neighbors Benefiting the Culpeper Food Closet Join UVA Health in donating for our food drive to support the Culpeper Food Closet. Together, we can combat food insecurity in our community. Donate before May 8, 2026 Main lobby of UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center
Governor signs landmark clean energy legislation, expanding shared solar and energy affordability
Apr 14 2026 RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed bipartisan legislation that significantly expands Virginia’s shared solar programs while delivering lower electricity bills and a more reliable grid for families and businesses statewide. The legislation was sponsored by Senator Scott Surovell and Delegate Rip Sullivan and passed with bipartisan support in the Virginia General Assembly. Dominion Energy territory (SB 254 / HB 807): Virginia’s original 200-megawatt shared solar program has
Useful Document Management Tips for Small Business Owners
Small business owners don’t typically launch companies to become document wranglers, yet that’s often what happens. Contracts pile up, receipts vanish, and digital folders overflow with files named “final_version_revised_REALfinal.pdf.” A few smart shifts in how documents are created, stored, and shared can save more time and sanity than most realize. The good news? Solid document management isn’t about expensive software or tech wizardry—it’s about clarity, consistency, and a little discipline. Start
How Small Businesses Are Seamlessly Linking In-Store Charm with Online Reach
When people think of small businesses, they usually imagine storefronts with handwritten signs and owners who know every customer by name. What gets overlooked is how often those same businesses are now juggling Instagram reels, customer email flows, and in-person loyalty cards all at once. The challenge isn’t choosing between digital and physical marketing anymore, it’s figuring out how to marry the two without losing the heartbeat of the brand. There’s something really compelling that happens when you
