Welcome to The Jungle
Local sanctuary teaches the importance of animal preservation Lots of people can take in rescue cats and dogs, but very few can handle...
Feb
2019
Feb
2019
Meet Your Trustee — Mike Adams, District 1
Mike Adams represents District 1, which comprises the area of Hamilton County west of U.S. Highway 129. He lives in Jennings and has...
Feb
2019
SVEC in the Community
Suwannee Valley Cornhole Tournament SVEC is hosting the second annual Suwannee Valley Cornhole Tournament for players of all skill levels. All proceeds will...
Feb
2019
Let SVEC Help Pay for School
SVEC is awarding up to 10 $1,000 scholarships to deserving high school seniors in our service area. Eligible students must graduate in the...
Feb
2019
Meetings for Districts 7, 8 and 9 Coming Up
It’s time for SVEC members living in Districts 7, 8 and 9 to meet and nominate a candidate to serve on the board...
Feb
2019
Mississippi Pot Roast
From Anne Braly This recipe is a classic that has been around for a while, but it’s still a favorite that is perfect...
Feb
2019
Tips for Safe and Successful Turkey Hunting
Turkey hunters recognize that understanding wild turkey behavior, good calling and an effective shotgun pattern are all keys to success. But practicing safe...
Jan
2019
SVEC in the Community
SVEC participated in the Christmas parades held in Branford, Jasper and Live Oak. Also, at the request of the Suwannee County Chamber of...
Jan
2019
Stay Safe and Warm This Winter
Space heaters can be an easy way to add a little extra warmth in your home during the chilly winter months. But it’s...
Jan
2019
Choosing Safety
How SVEC builds a safe work culture Whether we think about it or not, most of us have safety procedures we follow daily....
Jan
2019
Outta the Woods
A look at migratory bird management and hunting By Tony Young, Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Hunters can enjoy the second phase...
Jan
2019
Visit Us on Valentine’s Day
We love our members and invite you to stop by our office on Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14) from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m....
Jan
2019
Register with County Emergency Management
The Florida Division of Emergency Management allows citizens with special needs to register with their county emergency management agency. Information submitted to the...
Dec
2018
Apply Now for the Youth Tour
For the 41st consecutive year, SVEC is sponsoring a tour of Tallahassee for 10 high school juniors. While in Tallahassee, the students will...
Dec
2018
Operation Round Up Begins in January
Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative begins Operation Round Up in January, when the bills of participating members will be rounded up to the nearest...
Dec
2018
From the Ground Up – Hurricane Michael
How SVEC helped neighbors rebuild after Hurricane Michael As Hurricane Michael made its way toward the coastline in October, Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative...
Dec
2018
Post Election Priorities
With the midterm elections in the rearview mirror, SVEC is looking ahead at the impact and opportunities for rural America and electric cooperatives....
Nov
2018
November Quick Hits
Light Out? We Need to Know To report a malfunctioning area or street light, touch “Contact Us” on the SmartHub home screen, then...
Nov
2018
Feathered Friends
Kitty Carroll celebrates the bonds between man and raptor Parrots and cockatoos may make convenient household pets, but Kitty Carroll has always preferred...
Nov
2018
Thankful for Our Members
As part of the cooperative business model, one of our core principles is “Concern for Community.” While our priority is always to provide...
Oct
2018
Our Guiding Principles
Cooperatives operate according to a core set of principles for the purpose of improving quality of life for their members. Our mission is...
Oct
2018
Hooked on Heroes
Local charity gives vets a relaxing day at sea For some veterans, coming home isn’t easy. Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative member Ron Cadle...
Oct
2018
October Quick Hits
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month SVEC crews are wearing pink hats in October to honor Breast Cancer Awareness month and the women...
Sep
2018
A Trip to Remember
Local students represent SVEC on Washington Youth Tour Grace Jackson and Christian Rodriguez had both visited Washington, D.C., but their visit during the...
Sep
2018
Janice Goodman Retires; SVEC Welcomes New Team Members
Member Service Representative Janice Goodman recently retired after 45 years at SVEC. Janice says her favorite part of the job was serving and...
Sep
2018
The Co-Op Connection
SVEC’s partnership with the NRECA While cooperatives are born from the communities they serve, which have unique interests and challenges, they share common...
Sep
2018
Round Up Program to Begin in January
Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative will begin Operation Round Up® in January, when the monthly bills of participating members will be rounded up to...
Aug
2018
Lend Your Voice to Rural America
Rural America played a significant role in national elections in 2016 when 500,000 more rural voters went to the polls than in 2012....
Aug
2018
The Measure of Power
Shedding light on SVEC’s Metering Department Most Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative members give little thought to their electric meter unless their bill shows...
Aug
2018
SVEC Takes Convenience to a Whole New Level!
A new payment kiosk is now available in the outer drive-thru lane at SVEC’s office. It’s another way we’re making it more convenient...
Jun
2018
Operation Round Up: Small Change, Big Difference
While providing electric service is the most important part of the cooperative mission, it’s far from the only work cooperatives do. At Suwannee...
Jun
2018
Operation Round Up Board Members
The Operation Round Up® board of directors will oversee how the rounded up funds will be used to support the needs of teachers...
Jun
2018
Prepare For Hurricane Season
After a decade of relative quiet, Floridians have witnessed two years of active hurricane seasons. In September 2017, Hurricane Irma impacted nearly all...
Jun
2018
SVEC Achieves First Automated Power Restoration
Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative has achieved its first successful automated restoration of power following the installation and implementation of an Advanced Distribution Management...
Jun
2018
SVEC Awards $1,000 Scholarships To 10 High School Seniors
Consistent with one of its guiding cooperative principles — concern for community — SVEC supports the schools, teachers and students in the Suwannee...
May
2018
SVEC Hosts 81st Annual Meeting
SVEC members gathered for the cooperative’s 81st annual meeting on Saturday, April 28, at the Suwannee County Agricultural Coliseum in Live Oak. The...
May
2018
Capital Credits to Be Retired
SVEC is a not-for-profit business that operates at cost. Revenues above the cost of doing business, known as margins, are allocated to our...
May
2018
Safety Above All Else
Safety is a concern that touches every part of our lives. Families looking for a place to settle down want to live in...
May
2018
Inaugural Charity Cornhole Tournament a Success
As part of its commitment to community, SVEC is an enthusiastic supporter of the United Way of Suwannee Valley. In 2017, SVEC employees...
Apr
2018
Register With County Emergency Management
Hurricane season begins June 1, so make sure some of the most vulnerable are protected. The Florida Division of Emergency Management allows citizens...
Apr
2018
Florida Youth Tour Inspires Local Students
When Lafayette High School junior Grace Jackson sat on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives for a mock debate, appreciation for...
Apr
2018
The Face of The Cooperative
SVEC member services makes your experience better As a cashier, Debbie Edwards is always aware that she might be the only person a...
