The Energy Pyramid
BY MITCH ROSS When I was in school, we were taught the food pyramid as a way to conceptualize portions and the variety of foods needed for a healthy diet. While the food pyramid has been replaced with the MyPlate concept, the simple efficacy of using a pyramid to relay priorities has stuck with me. […]
Nominating Committee Selected
The Bylaws of Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative require the Board of Directors to appoint a Committee on Nominations at least 120 days before the date of a meeting of the members at which directors are to be elected. The committee is selected from different areas of the Cooperative service area to ensure equitable representation. According […]
John Mobley – Employee Spotlight
John Mobley | 5 Years Fiber Technician "I'm a Fiber Technician at Wave Rural Connect. My job is all about troubleshooting and problem-solving. I focus on maintaining the mainline fiber infrastructure, tracking down the source of outages and working to get our members back online quickly. Whether is troubleshooting specific issues, or working with my […]
Use Your Generator Safely
Portable or permanently installed standby generators can come in handy during long-term power outages. However, they can be dangerous if you do not know how to use them properly. Contact a qualified vendor or electrician to help determine the best generator suited to your needs. Before using, read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. If you […]
Knowing How to Winter the Storm
When ice and heavy snow bring down limbs and power lines, safety is a consideration indoors and out. Make sure you know how to weather the storm. When outside, stay away from downed power lines: A power line need not be sparking or arcing to be energized. Equipment near power lines can also be energized […]
AVECC Honors Presidents’ Day
All Arkansas Valley Electric and Wave Rural Connect offices will be closed on Monday, February 17th, 2025, in honor of Presidents' Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025.
Where Community Grows: Blossomberry Nursery’s Blooming Success
Witt Family by Barbara Jenkins, AVECC Media For over four decades, Blossomberry Nursery, located north of Clarksville on Hwy 21, has been a unique resource for locals, offering a diverse range of plants for landscaping and the perfect annual front porch ferns. Two years ago, Blossomberry evolved into a plant lover's delight, […]
Plugged In: Youth and Community Engagement
Let us share the love of electricity with your students! Request AVECC's involvement in a project via media@avecc.com. Safety First Making Accident's Disappear – Magic Show Did you know we provide this magic show for FREE to all schools? Contact Magician Scott Davis to schedule a magic show at your school: Email Website High Voltage […]
AVECC Celebrates MLK Jr. Day
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that" -Martin Luther King Jr. All Arkansas Valley Electric and Wave Rural Connect offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Offices will resume regular business hours […]
Ready Your Home for Winter Weather!
Barret Ewing – Employee Spotlight
Barret EwingDirector of Engineering and Operations | 7 years "As Director of Engineering and Operations at AVECC I oversee a wide range of responsibilities including Engineering, Operations, Construction, Right-of-Way, and fiber infrastructure. With over seven years of experience at Arkansas Valley, I truly value the collaborative team environment and the cooperative’s unwavering commitment to its […]
Apply Today: $2,500 Senior Scholarship
It is that time of year again! High school seniors are eagerly anticipating their graduation caps, gowns, and life beyond the classroom walls. Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative (AVECC) is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for the Senior Scholarship. AVECC invites high school seniors, whose parents or guardians are members of the cooperative, to […]