Ruralite

Accurate With an Axe

Darin Bartholomew Has Advanced Quickly in the Sport of Axe-Throwing

Manager’s Message – April 2024

Douglas Electric Selects Its 2024 Youth Tour Representative

Beware of Cyber Scams!

Protect Yourself Online

Born to Race the Barrels

Young Riders Maintain Family Traditions

Protecting Electric Substations

Utilities Face New Challenges Safeguarding Local Power Grids From Attacks

Manager’s Message – March 2024

How the Snake River Dams Kept Oregon Warm When it Mattered Most

Old-Fashioned Buying & Selling

Porter Creek Mercantile offers homemade and homegrown

Manager’s Message – February 2024

Critical Debate Over the Future of Hydropower

Douglas Fast Net, Part of Your Douglas Electric Cooperative

In 1999, Douglas Electric Cooperative commissioned a community task force to build a fiber-optic internet service network focused on the mission that would ensure our community had access to the connectivity needed for the current times and, more importantly, the future. DFN is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Douglas Electric Cooperative.

Manager’s Message – January 2024

Board Member Elections

Make Your Voice Heard in 2024

1 of the most important words in the electric utility industry is “certainty.”

Fixed on Foresty

Students look forward to careers in timber harvest and forest regeneration

Manager’s Message – December 2023

Member Survey and Holiday Wishes

Grazing Through Goodies

Baker and creator adds personal touches to treats and charcuterie boards

Remembering Those Who Sacrified

Oregon Memorial Traveling Wall honors those who gave their lives

Real Savings in Real Time

Participating in a real-time energy market allows utilities across the West to share power generation and lower power buying costs

Manager’s Message – November 2023

We Are Thankful for Your Membership

Timber Management Recognized

Kesterson Bros. Logging Co. helps turn vision into reality

Manager’s Message – October 2023

Supply Chain Challenges

Manager’s Message – September 2023

There has been a lot of online conversation regarding regional power companies— including Douglas Electric Cooperative— and some misunderstandings about what’s being termed rolling blackouts.

All About the Bees

Umpqua Valley association supports tiny, interesting creatures

Mitigation Preparation

Staff support and multimillion-dollar grant keep Douglas Electric Cooperative in front of devastation

Turn Up Savings With Proper Use of Ceiling Fans

If you are like most Americans, you have at least one ceiling fan in your home.

Manager’s Message – August 2023

Summer is here! Nice weather calls for barbecuing, swimming, community events and a variety of other fun activities.

Seal in Savings

Energy-efficient doors can save you money

Racing Against The Curves

Umpqua Valley biking team welcomes competitive youth riders

Manager’s Message – July 2023

We invite you, our member-owners, to the Douglas Electric Cooperative (DEC) open house Saturday, August 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1981 Northeast Stephens Street.

Manager’s Message – June 2023

Gaining Ground in Washington, D.C.

A Place of Family Memories

Billicks have been gathering alongside the Umpqua River since 1930

Manager’s Message – May 2023

Grant Supports Wildfire Preparation

A Lifetime Passion for the Game

Sutherlin High graduate transitions from playing to coaching basketball

Manager’s Message – April 2023

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

Manager’s Message – March 2023

The Annual Meeting of the Members of Douglas Electric Cooperative (DEC) is Saturday, April 1, in the Community Conference Hall at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

Scaling up the Log Ladder

From planting seedlings to sending logs into a mill, bureau manager knows about trees

A More Efficient, Responsive Co-op

Douglas Electric Cooperative staff and board members are excited to work in new surroundings

Manager’s Message – February 2023

I encourage you to attend the Douglas Electric Cooperative (DEC) annual membership meeting Saturday, April 1, at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

Working to Be Good Stewards

Couple honored for their dedication to timber management

Manager’s Message – January 2023

Board Member Elections

Manager’s Message – December 2022

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A Christmas Full of Santas

Hobbyist has been collecting the jolly icon for 25 years

Proud of His Service

Raymond Bourque’s daughter shares his World War II experiences

Manager’s Message – November 2022

Common Sense on Dams

Manager’s Message – October 2022

Playing it Safe During Fire Season

Standing Strong Against Cancer

Young boy endures chemo treatment, beats disease

Advocating With Passion

Dedicated leader credits FFA for inspiring her multiple roles in the local community

Manager’s Message – September 2022

New Building Opens This Month

Growing Olives in Oregon

Many Oregonians are agriculturalists at heart.

A Memorable Morning Pursuit

Young hunter tags record blacktail buck

Manager’s Message – August 2022

Material Shortages, Delivery Delays

Opportunities in Agriculture

Like its soils, Oregon’s history in agriculture is deeply rooted and full of rich culture.

Understanding Your Bill

Breaking down your co-op’s fixed operating costs and the purchase of power.

Documenting Devastation

Photographer travels with Heart to Heart International to show plight of refugees

Workers in a Powerful Profession

Co-op works to attract and train homegrown talent

Manager’s Message – June 2022

Wildfire season is coming

Manager’s Message – May 2022

A Career of Service

U.S. Army provides structure and experiences for Col. Ryan Shipley

Thriving on Rural Childhood

The Henrikson children experience a variety of agricultural activities

The Power Behind Your Power

You likely have noticed Douglas Electric Cooperative crews working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community.

A Blessing & A Privilege

Donated heifer leads to responsibility and a potential future in agriculture

Meet the Douglas Electric Board Candidates

District 1 Board Candidate Terry Nelson and District 2 Board Candidate Evan Barnes

Manager’s Message — February 2022

Right now, our meeting is scheduled for Saturday, April 2, at 10 a.m.

Old West History Lessons

Saddle collection dates back to the 1860s

Creating a Park-like Forest

Couple is recognized for management of their 66-acre woodland property

Board Member Elections

If you are interested in getting involved in your cooperative, director positions for District 1 and District 2 are up for election.

Create Holiday Beauty

Events help attendees turn non-timber items into Christmas joy.

Bronze Medalist Honored for Service

Vietnam War veteran reflects on his role as a young soldier in combat

Co-op Digs Into Building Project

Construction on new Douglas Electric facility is underway

Linemen to the Rescue

Cooperative employees help stop fire from spreading through neighborhood.

Get Familiar With Cybersecurity Basics

Mitigate risks and stay one step ahead of malefactors with these quick tips.

Manager’s Message — September 2021

In July, the state of Oregon filed a motion in Federal District Court to force a massive increase in water spilled across the Lower Snake River dams and the Columbia River dams, primarily to benefit salmon recovery on the rivers.

Hay! Teens Find Business Opportunity

Lucas Saylor and Ryland O’Toole turn out bales and a profit