AVECC Celebrates Independence Day
All AVECC and Wave Rural Connect Offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in celebration of our freedom. Offices will resume regular business hours on Monday, July 7, 2025.
Fun for Family Fireworks Shows in the River Valley
by: Gracie Spinks Happy Fourth of July from Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative. We hope all of our members, employees, and communities have a fun and safe time of celebration. If you are not sure what to do this Fourth of July, we found celebrations in each of our 14 at the list below that gives […]
Josh Parker – Employee Spotlight
Josh Parker Revenue and Payroll Coordinator | 11 Years "My role involves everything from ensuring our employees are paid accurately to developing and implementing the rates our members see on their electric bills. I also analyze usage data, calculate monthly adjustments and help maintain accurate financial reporting. One of my favorite parts of the […]
Evelyn Leding – Intern
Evelyn Leding | Member Services Intern Evelyn Leding is a student at the University of Arkansas Tech in Russellville and is studying Instrumental Music Education. She has been an intern at Arkansas Valley Electric for the past three summers and has many things to say about the atmosphere. “I just love the community here. The […]
Golf Cart Raffle Fundraiser for Arkansas Children’s
You read that right! ⛳ 🎟️ You could win a golf cart and support Arkansas Children's at the same time! That's a true win-win. Ready to snag your raffle ticket? Just swing by any of the four Arkansas Valley Electric offices (Ozark, Van Buren, Pocola, Waldron) during business hours. 2025 Evolution Lithium Golf Cart
Addison McCaulley – Intern
Plugging In Potential Addison McCaulley | Multimedia Intern Addison McCaulley is one of the new AVECC multimedia interns at headquarters in Ozark. She attends Ouachita Baptist University and will graduate with a degree in Business Marketing with a minor in Communications this spring. Addison views her internship as an opportunity to gain valuable media skills […]
Make Sure Your Home Can Beat the Heat
Energy use and costs typically increase as the mercury rises, but there are a number of simple, economical ways to boost comfort, save energy and reduce electric bills. Most of these energy-saving steps can pay for themselves relatively quickly. For example, weather stripping and caulking are inexpensive ways to boost efficiency and cut energy costs […]
Coffee With The Cooperative – Gattis Logan County Library
Energize Your Morning with AVECC Join us for a delightful morning of coffee, conversation, and community connections. Free DIY Energy Efficiency Kits – limited supplies Coffee & Donuts Exclusive AVECC Swag Quick & Insightful Energy Efficiency Presentation Location: Gattis Logan County Library in Paris Date: Monday, June 16th Time: 10 a.m.
Produce, Petals & Passion
Blue Mountain Vegetable Farm An AVECC Membership Spotlight By Emily Reames Blue Mountain Vegetable Farm embodies a vision that extends beyond simply growing flowers or produce. It's about nurturing the land, fostering a connection with others and providing accessibility to a valuable service for their community. In 2018, Patrick and Destiny purchased their 34-acre property, […]
Sonny Bowman – Employee Spotlight
Sonny Bowman Heavy Machinery Operator | 28 Years "My job, along with other right-of-way crewmen, is to keep the trees cut back and trimmed away from the lines and make sure the rights-of-way remain clear. It's imperative to maintain the rights-of-way because that means trees aren't going to fall on the lines, which helps keep […]
AVECC Honors Memorial Day
All AVECC and Wave Rural Connect Offices will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025, in honor of Memorial Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 8 a.m.
Introducing the Senior Scholarship Recipients
Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative Corporation (AVECC) is proud to announce the three recipients of the 2025 AVECC Senior Scholarship. These outstanding students will receive $2,500 to support their educational aspirations beyond high school. The application process includes an online application and an essay titled "How I Plan to Use My Degree to Change My Community." […]