September 2024 By Kara Franker, Visit Florida Did you know that St. Augustine is one of America’s most haunted cities? It’s probably because the city has a colorful, nearly 450-year history. Step back in time into the nation’s oldest city and explore a few haunted landmarks. St. Augustine Lighthouse The 12-year-old daughter of the lighthouse […]

September 2024 Electricity powers modern life, but it can be dangerous if not handled carefully. Check back here each month for new tips on how to stay safe around electric power at your home or business. Water and electricity don’t mix, which makes bathrooms one of the most important places in the home to keep […]

September 2024 Registering to vote is a vital step in participating in the democratic process. It gives you a say in choosing the leaders who will make decisions that impact your daily life and future. By voting, you contribute to shaping policies on education, health care, and the economy, among other things. The deadline to […]

September 2024 Ingredients ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 5 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed 3 sprigs fresh rosemary 8 leaves fresh sage 2 ½ pounds boneless pork loin 1 cup dry white wine 1 onion, sliced Kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper ½ cup whole milk 1 tablespoon cornstarch Directions Heat oven to 325 […]

August 2024 Tools That Make the Member Experience Better for Everyone SVEC works hard to exceed the expectations of its consumer members by continually working to make it easier for you to do business with the cooperative. For that purpose, we offer a variety of tools to help you contact us, manage your account, and […]

August 2024 Many of us have our own core principles that guide the decisions we make each day. They might come from our faith, a piece of advice that has stuck with us or just what our own conscience tells us. Cooperatives are no different. No matter what service they offer or where they might […]

August 2024 Youth Tour Students Visit Washington SVEC was proud to sponsor two local students for the National Rural Electric Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. This year’s representatives were Alyssa Jones, from Lafayette High School, and Whitton Musgrove, from Suwannee Valley High School. They joined students from around the country in visiting landmarks like the […]

August 2024 By Nancy Moreland, Visit Florida Say “South Florida” and high-rise, high-fashion, high-intensity images might spring to mind. But three hours south of Miami, South Florida reveals its simpler side on Big Pine Key. Sandwiched between the National Key Deer Refuge and Great White Heron National Wildlife Refuge, it’s an oasis of natural simplicity […]

August 2024 Electricity powers modern life, but it can be dangerous if not handled carefully. Check back here each month for new tips on how to stay safe around electric power at your home or business. Kitchens are often the heart of a home and where many appliances reside. So be sure to take extra […]

August 2024 Ingredients 1 cup flour ¼ cup brown sugar ½ cup nuts, finely chopped ½ cup butter, melted 3 egg whites ⅔ cup sugar 10-ounce package of frozen strawberries with juice 1 teaspoon vanilla 8 ounces Cool Whip Directions Stir together flour, sugar, nuts and butter. Spread in 9-by-13-inch pan. Bake at 350 F […]

August 2024 Summer can be uncomfortable—even dangerous—for pets as well as humans. Here are some tips to keep your furry friends safe and comfortable this summer: Never leave pets in a parked car Not even for a minute. On an 85-degree day, for example, the temperature inside a car with the windows cracked can reach […]

July 2024 The Issues That Are Shaping Your Co-Op’s Future Today’s electricity industry is facing challenges and changes that could impact the way SVEC brings power to our consumer-members. While these changes affect electric systems across the country, the conversation around them often focuses on urban areas rather than rural communities. That’s why it is […]