Quality of Life

Now through July: USDA to sponsor roundtables on rural opioid crisis in four regions.

New round of USDA loans for rural electricity will also benefit local economies, says official.

USDA launches website to help rural communities respond to opioid crisis.

The worst winter winds since Superstorm Sandy have electric utility crews restoring power in the e

A co-op veteran steeped in efficiency, ingenuity and rural roots takes the helm of USDA's RUS.

What could the Farm Bill do to facilitate electric co-ops and rural broadband?

“We are pleased that Secretary Perdue recognizes the vital role of rural development in this yea

A White House task force report finds broadband key to lifting sagging economy in rural America.

Kentucky linemen remember a fallen colleague in a very special way.

By chance, Virginia co-op retiree leases land to solar developer; co-op facility bears his name.