Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative Corporation

Planting The Right Tree In The Right Place

Many people plant trees during the spring, around National Arbor Day. There are many environmental and beautification benefits to planting young trees. However, Safe Electricity wants to remind everyone to be aware of electrical hazards while planting this year. Always seek help from professionals when choosing and placing trees and bushes. Trees that grow too […]

Scheduled Maintenance

There will be scheduled maintenance today, Thursday, April 25th from 5 p.m. to approximately 8 p.m. AVECC’s billing system will not be available during this time. Members will not be able to access their account, make payments, or report outages. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Whatever it Takes: Powering Life, from a Lineman’s Perspective

Linemen are ranked as one of the 10 most dangerous jobs in the country. The linemen at AVECC work rain or shine, in often challenging conditions to ensure you have reliable electricity. We’re celebrating Lineman Appreciation Day on April 18, 2024. The following column was written in dedication to the sacrifices our dedicated linemen make […]

River Valley Youth Bound for the Nation’s Capital

By: Emily Staton Three students have been named 2024 Youth Tour delegates on behalf of Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative. These students will represent the River Valley in Washington D.C. through an all-expenses-paid prestigious opportunity, running from June 15-21, 2024, which is not only a trip of a lifetime, but also a significant step towards nurturing […]

The Power Behind Your Power

By: Anne Prince, NRECA You’ve likely noticed AVECC’s crews out and about, working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community. It’s no secret that a lineworker’s job is tough––but it’s a job that’s essential and must be done, often in challenging conditions. This month, as we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on April […]

Be Prepared for Spring Storms

Click to Report an Outage (Ozark, Ar) Spring can bring quite an array of weather-related dangers to the United States. Help your family stay safe this spring by learning key safety steps and making preparations. “What you learn now can be a lifesaver later,” says Erin Hollinshead, executive director of the Energy Education Council and its […]

Shaping Our Energy Future Through Innovation

By Anne Prince                                                                     The energy industry is undergoing significant change driven by technology and the transition to more sustainable forms of […]

Spring Salads | The Co-op Cookin’ Show

Join Barbara and Emily, the multimedia team at Arkansas Valley Electric, as they put together delicious spring salads. The recipes were each from Arkansas Living Magazines. The Co-op Cookin' Show's mission is to honor our rural roots, spotlight recipes published in Arkansas Living Magazine through the decades, and introduce the co-op family to you as […]

Arkansas Living Features Ozark in Latest “Worth the Drive” Article

By: Jack Schnedler  City highlights include a museum, a monument and indoor mini golf Unlike most small Arkansas communities, Ozark has substantially increased its population in the last half-century — a rise of more than a third since 1970, to 3,542 in the latest census. That notable growth by the headquarters city of Arkansas Valley […]

What do squirrels, birds, and snakes all have in common?

Besides being cute, fun to watch, or just plain slithery, animals can disrupt power. Although we do all we can to prevent animal interference by using equipment guards, anti-roosting devices, or other animal-friendly deterrents, sometimes our efforts are no match for persistent and curious critters who use overhead power lines as a superhighway or substations […]

Run for the Fallen 2024

Run for the Fallen 2024 On March 15-17, 2024, in an apolitical reflection of remembrance, a team of runners will embark on a 155 mile run to honor Arkansas service members who have died while serving on active duty since September 11, 2001. The run begins in Ozark, AR, and ends in Little Rock, AR. Each […]