Christy Tuckey

Christy Tuckey

CEO’s Message: Powering More Than Electricity

February 2023 By Michael S. McWaters, Executive V.P./CEO Being a cooperative member is about more than just the service you receive. Of course, providing safe, affordable and reliable power is always SVEC’s first priority. It’s what we were created to…

SVEC in the Community – February 2023

February 2023 Thank you to our members who came out to make SVEC’s 5th annual Arbor Day celebration a success. We enjoyed seeing everyone who picked up their free tulip poplar tree. Special thanks to Nobles Greenhouse & Nursery, UF/IFAS…

Ravine Gardens State Park

February 2023 By Visit Florida Ravine Gardens State Park is a hidden gem tucked away in Palatka, just off the St. Johns River. The lush park has 60 acres accessible for exploring, including two ravines up to 120 feet deep…

Bright Ideas – February 2023

February 2023 If you want to save money on your monthly energy bill, the sun is a great source of free heat. By opening your blinds during the day, you can take advantage of the sun’s rays to naturally heat…

Recipe: Nutty White Bean & Wild Rice Soup

February 2023 Ingredients ½ cup cashews 1 medium yellow onion 2 celery stalks 3 medium carrots 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms 6 cloves garlic 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon dried thyme 1 tablespoon dried oregano 8 cups vegetable broth…

A Cut Above

January 2023 One of the defining features of the Suwannee Valley is its natural beauty. The nearby city of Live Oak is even named for the distinctive trees so common in the area. Like many of our members, those oaks…

CEO’s Message: From Plan to Practice

January 2023 By Michael S. McWaters, Executive V.P./CEO One of the best things about kicking off a new year is thinking about all the potential of the months to come. We make resolutions for all the personal and professional milestones…

SVEC In the Community – January 2023

January 2023 Festive designs Congratulations to our 2022 Christmas Card Contest winners! Their designs were mailed all across the U.S., including to legislators in Florida and Washington, D.C! Each winning student received an art gift and their teachers received $100…

Visit Tarpon Springs

January 2023 Discover the Sponge Docks of Tarpon Springs By Visit Florida staff For years Tarpon Springs ruled as the Sponge Capital of the World. At Spongeorama and The Sponge Factory, both located on Dodecanese Boulevard, you can watch a…