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September 2022 When you think of saving money on energy, the thermostat is probably the first device that you reach for in your home. Remember, the smaller the difference between the temperature inside your home and outside, the lower your…

September 2022 Recipe adapted from one by Food Network’s Ina Garten. Ingredients 2 (8-ounce) filet mignons 2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided Directions Set the…

August 2022 Local student learns about government and cooperatives Being involved in his community is in Morgan Griffin’s blood. Both of his grandfathers held local office, and Griffin says they both have a big influence on his life. As a…

August 2022 Safety Demonstrations Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative (SVEC)’s “Safety Guy,” Craig Ragan, visited Suwannee Riverside Elementary during its summer camp to talk about electrical safety. Since June, he has spoken to over 100 students and other community members about…

August 2022 By Michael S. McWaters As a long-time member of cooperatives, I’ve always appreciated the feeling of getting a little something extra. That’s because being part of a cooperative gets us more than just reliable and affordable electric service.…

August 2022 From time to time, SVEC employees must enter a member’s property to complete a job. These visits may become hazardous when dog owners allow their pets to roam freely. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,…

August 2022 When you save energy, you save money. Check back here each month for new ways to make your home or business more energy efficient. If your home is feeling uncomfortably warm — and your utility bill is unexpectedly…

August 2022 5 great natural escapes near Ocala By VisitFlorida.com There’s not a shortage of places to explore near Ocala. Multiday hikes on the Florida National Scenic Trail, fantastic off-road biking and scenic paddle trips are all close by. Ocala…

August 2022 Ingredients Directions Rinse the beans and place in a pot. Fill with enough water to cover by at least 1 inch. Allow to sit overnight. Drain beans. Then add water to cover by at least an inch. Bring…

July 2022 Hearthstone Gardens offers tranquility to all Photography contributed by Christy Tuckey Judee Mundy has two passions in life: gardening and teaching. Mundy, the owner of Hearthstone Gardens, begins each day by developing a plan. With a cup of…