November 2025 Communities across Florida are gearing up for the holidays and shining a light on their unique celebrations. Here are a few to check out, from right here in your own backyard to some nearby western beaches. Live Oak Christmas on the Square Historic downtown Live Oak will be aglow with holiday spirit when […]

November 2025 Electricity powers modern life, but it is 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. If your house is the gathering spot this Thanksgiving holiday, electrical safety needs to be part of the meal plan. […]

November 2025 Ingredients 1½ cups orange juice ½ cup rum 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon dried oregano 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons cumin 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 pounds uncooked turkey breast 1 tablespoon cornstarch ½ cup orange juice, divided ½ cup grapefruit juice ½ cup tangerine juice ¼ cup rice wine […]

October 2025 Culture of Safety SVEC Builds Trust Through Training, Communication & Care Safety isn’t merely a checklist item at Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative. It’s a culture built into every conversation, every inspection and every storm response. For SVEC Safety Manager Craig Ragan, believes that culture comes down to caring about people. Craig began his […]

October 2025 Have you considered how many safety precautions you take daily? Most of us probably look both ways before crossing a street, wash our hands to protect against getting sick, or take any number of other steps to protect ourselves and those around us without even thinking about them. For those who work with […]

October 2025 Don’t miss Touch-A-Truck You’re invited to join in the fun at this year’s free Touch-A-Truck family event hosted by Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative. Children and adults of any age are invited to touch and explore various trucks, emergency vehicles, and heavy machinery at SVEC’s office, 11340 100th Street in Live Oak, on Saturday, […]

October 2025 By Janet K. Keeler, Visit Florida Fall is a special time in Florida. Halloween is a biggie, and in Florida, it’s much more than just one night of trick-or-treating. Professional and collegiate football games are also huge, but those who enjoy this season cannot live by haunted houses and touchdowns alone. The calendar […]

October 2025 Electricity powers modern life, but it is 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. Halloween decor has come a long way. Simple spiderweb strands and ghostly sheets are overshadowed by inflated, flashing, fog-spewing, animated […]

October 2025 Ingredients 1 pound uncooked macaroni of choice 3 cups water 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes 3 cups cheese(s) of choice Salt and pepper to taste 6 to 8 orange bell peppers Directions Combine the pasta, water, milk, mustard, […]

September 2025 How the SVEC Board Represents Consumer-Members The cooperative difference is clear every day — if you know where to look for it. It might be the ways Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative participates in community events or even the newsletter you’re holding in your hands that gives you a glimpse into the workings of […]

September 2025 Life in the Suwannee Valley always moves at its own pace. We aren’t Orlando or Jacksonville, and I think for many of our neighbors that’s by design. The big cities have their appeal from time to time, but most of our members like to do things a little differently. You can see it […]

September 2025 Have Questions About Your Account? We’re here to help. We’re bringing the co-op to you with Watts Up Wednesdays, our new account-assistance days at the Professional Office Space in Advent Christian Village. Join SVEC Member Services from 9 a.m. to noon on the fourth Wednesday of each month: Make account or service inquiries. […]