Alabama Living

When federal food benefits were reduced by the government, Isaiah Salinovich felt compelled to act.

What does it mean to truly be thankful? For me, it means more than simply saying “thank you.” It means having a genuinely grateful heart; recognizing the people, opportunities and blessings in our lives and being careful not to take them for granted.

Charity tournament marks fifth year on the greens Wiregrass Electric Cooperative’s golf tournament celebrated another successful year of bringing golfers together for a good cause.

Be ready for winter’s peak demand During the coldest weather is when Wiregrass Electric Cooperative is historically most likely to face its highest demand for electricity use, a system event known as peak demand.

Heroes come in all sizes. Seven-year-old Sailor Summers is the pint-sized variety who easily makes ruffles and rain boots work.

Landmark Park brings murals, sculptures outdoors Dothan’s Landmark Park is known for its historic attractions — the Brown’s Crossroads one-room schoolhouse, the 1908 Headland Presbyterian Church and the Waddell House.

WEC’s Christmas card contest accepting entries Wiregrass Electric Cooperative invites local children to get creative with their holiday spirit for a chance to have their artwork on the cooperative’s 2026 Christmas card.

Healthy outlook I don’t mean physically—although we do love the communities we serve here in Southeast Alabama. I’m speaking financially. Many of our members may have already received their bill credits from this year’s retirement of capital credits.

WEC’s Dixon recognized among local young professionals Leading Wiregrass Electric Cooperative’s accounting team, Vice President of Finance and Accounting Misti Dixon spends her days ensuring the cooperative’s financial resources are used wisely and honestly. It’s a role full of crucial responsibilities.

Scholarship becomes the legacy of daughter and mother April Kirkland was 16 years old when she died from injuries sustained in a car accident in May 1997.

Local chocolatier finds her niche with Belle Oak Chocolates Haley Egbert grew up making candies. Every year at Christmas, her mother and grandmother made sweet confections like divinity, toffee, fudge and caramels for friends and neighbors.

For 87 years, Wiregrass Electric Cooperative has focused on members receiving the quality electrical services they deserve.

Beat the heat with practical changes Summer in the South is hot, but the period heading into August is typically hotter than any other time of the year.

Couple who overcame their own demons now help others Freed from their own addictions, Dustin and Connie Roney created a ministry to help others who face similar battles.

After years of collecting art, Caleigh Parsons finds her own artistic voice Caleigh Parsons likens her art to her own life — layers of texture, chaotic, unpredictable and colorful.