The Crucial Role of Tree Trimming in Ensuring Reliable Electricity
Trees and power lines can present significant dangers if not regularly pruned throughout the growing season. Maintaining effective tree trimming and vegetation control in right-of-way areas is essential for ensuring reliable electricity service. These practices assist in keeping power lines clear of tree branches, speeding up power outage repairs, and reducing unexpected maintenance expenses. The responsibility for […]
Wildflower Photo Contest
Calling all nature lovers! Capture the essence of spring in our Wildflower Photo Contest.🌻 There will be one winner from the cell phone category and one winner from the camera category, each receiving a basket full of goodies! A person may submit up to TWO photos. ———Email your submissions to media@avecc.comEmail must include:📸 AVECC MEMBER […]
Is Your Bathroom Safe?
Mirror Mirror on the wall, is my bathroom SAFE for all? Do you hog the bathroom? According to a YouGov survey, 38% of women and 21% of men spend more than 30 minutes each day getting ready. That is 7.6 days spent in the bathroom each year! Do not underestimate the potential for electrical hazards […]
AVECC Offices Close in Honor of Memorial Day
All Arkansas Valley Electric offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024, in honor of Memorial Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, May 28th.
Significant Stride Towards Connectivity
In a significant stride towards our commitment to provide sustainable and reliable connectivity across the Rural River Valley, AVECC and Wave Rural Connect, commissioned KV Power and JBI Helicopter Services earlier this year for an ambitious project. The mission involved running a fiber-optic cable from AVECC’s headquarters to the southern riverbank. We extend our deepest […]
THINK Before You ACT
Scranton Resident Named WAVE 25k Sign Up
By: Barbara Jenkins Imagine working all day at your place of work, going home for the evening, and realizing that you need to finish up a project for the next day. The ideal option would be to open your laptop from the comfort of your couch. However, you don’t have high-speed internet at home, so […]
Energy-Saving Projects for the Weekend Warrior
By Abby Berry Are you a weekend warrior? If you’re considering home improvement upgrades that save energy and money, we’ve got a few project ideas for you––all of which can be completed in a day or less! Here are three energy-saving projects that you can easily tackle whether you’re a weekend warrior pro or a DIY […]
Kevin McGuire | Employee Spotlight
Kevin McGuire AMR Coordinator | 17 Years #EmployeeSpotlight "As AMR Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) Coordinator, I take care of the platform that reads all 63,000 electric meters in the field, as well as the testing of meters to make sure the accuracy is correct. The cooperative gets a report on all of its meters every […]
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 […]