Submit Your Photos of the River Valley’s Christmas Lights
AVECC Members, we need your help!We're working on an exciting project for 2025 and need your help to showcase the magic of Christmas in our communities! Share photos of your favorite places to view Christmas lights in your communities and be a part of something special. How to Participate: Send your photos to media@avecc.com Deadline: […]
Cindy Bowman Named 2024 Employee of the Year
Cindy Bowman Named 2024 Employee of the Year Cindy Bowman Billing Specialist | 11 years “I was completely shocked when they announced my name as Employee of the Year. It's incredibly humbling to be recognized by my peers. As a Member Service Specialist, my days are filled with a variety of tasks. I handle billing, work […]
Celebrating Excellence: 2024 Employee of the Year Finalists
Congratulations to our remarkable finalists for Employee of the Year at Arkansas Valley Electric! Each year, employees nominate and vote for their peers who embody dedication and excellence. This year’s finalists, Rick Radley, Van Buren District Superintendent; Cindy Bowman, Billing Specialist; Twila Hoffman, Member Service Specialist; and Wes English, Pocola District Superintendent; have showcased outstanding […]
Round Up for Change
Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative members can opt to enroll in the voluntary Roundup for Change program. In this program, your utility bill will “round up” to the next highest dollar amount. The average contribution per program participant is just $6.00 per year. However, approximately $20,000 is raised each year and awarded by AVECC to its […]
Staying Safe in the Kitchen
While you’re busy in the kitchen preparing your family’s Thanksgiving feast, AVECC wants to help keep your family safe and your energy bills low. According to the National Fire Protection Agency, cooking equipment is the cause of approximately 40 percent of home structure fires. As you prepare to show off your cooking and baking skills […]
AVECC Celebrates Thanksgiving
All Arkansas Valley Electric offices will be closed on November 28th and 29th, in honor of Thanksgiving. Offices will resume regular business hours on Monday, December 2nd.
Hayden Chaffey – Power Player of the Week
Arkansas Valley Electric and Wave Rural Connect proudly present the #PowerPlayer of the week: Hayden Chaffey, a senior at Pocola High School. As an offensive right tackle and defensive end for his school's 1A football team, Hayden has demonstrated his skill, dedication, and leadership qualities. Football has been a part of Hayden's life for as long as […]
AVECC Honors Veterans Day
All Arkansas Valley Electric offices will be closed on November 11th, in honor of Veterans Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, November 12th.
Kenneth Wilbanks – Employee Spotlight
Kenneth WilbanksStaking Superintendent | 28 Years"As a staker, we are often the first line of people to go out and talk to our members. We help map out where and how lines will be built from existing lines to the member's new home. I have a unique perspective because I served the cooperative as a […]
Austin Stockdale – Power Player of the Week
Arkansas Valley Electric and Wave Rural Connect proudly present the #PowerPlayer of the week: Austin Stockdale, a senior at Lavaca High School. Austin plays as an offensive and defensive lineman for the Golden Arrows, bringing leadership, energy, and commitment to his team. Having been part of the Golden Arrow family since kindergarten, Austin's dedication to […]
Donation Drive: North Carolina Hurricane Relief
AVECC is hosting a community supply drive for the west North Carolina victims of Hurricane Helene. AVECC is partnering with Surry-Yakin Electric Membership Cooperative (SYEMC) in Dobson, North Carolina. AVECC will ship the donated supplies to SYEMC, which will then deliver them directly to rural electric members in need. Affected cooperative members are not […]
Michael Taylor – Power Player of the Week
Arkansas Valley Electric and proudly present the #PowerPlayer of the week: Michael Taylor, a senior quarterback at Alma High School. Reflecting on his experience this year, Michael shares, "It's been bumpy, but we have a good team this year. We've put together a solid game plan for this week and are looking forward to executing […]