First Contact
Staking and mapping show members the cooperative way When one of Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative’s staking engineers first meets a member, the goal...
Jan
2020
Jan
2020
SVEC in the Community, January 2020
SEASON’S GREETINGS SVEC’s 2019 Christmas cards feature artwork submitted by fifth-graders from Branford Elementary, Hamilton County Elementary, Lafayette Elementary and Suwannee Intermediate schools....
Jan
2020
Changes to mallard bag limits and applying for public dove hunting opportunities
By Tony Young, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission January brings cooler weather, and with that comes wintering migratory birds just in time for...
Jan
2020
Winter in Florida: Top 4 Things to See and Do
By Lauren Tjaden, VISIT FLORIDA It’s hard not to gloat a little when you’re spending the winter in Florida. After all, you’re apt...
Jan
2020
Pozole Verde
Submitted by Melissa Corbin 3 pounds pork butt, roughly cut into 1-inch pieces Salt and pepper, to taste1 teaspoon ground cumin 1-2 tablespoons...
Dec
2019
Talkin’ ‘Bout Our Generation
SVEC’s changing resource mix Consumers served by Suwannee Valley Electric know what it means to be a member of an electric cooperative. But...
Dec
2019
SVEC in the Community
SVEC Cooks Up Support for Taste of Suwannee 2019 Last month, SVEC employees put on their chef hats to take part in the...
Dec
2019
Predicting your energy needs
How much electricity will you use today? How about tomorrow? You may not consider these questions as often as you think about your...
Dec
2019
Who taught you to hunt?
By Tony Young, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission As Christmas nears, celebrating a sense of community will be top of mind for many....
Dec
2019
Freshen up your favorite dressing recipe
From Mindy Merrell Dressing is one of those dishes that opens itself up to versatility. “It’s a blank canvas, so change it up...
Nov
2019
The Lightbulb Moment
Our members know that Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative is a little different from other utilities, whether they’re investor-owned or municipal systems. But for...
Nov
2019
Touch-A-Truck 2019
Last month’s Touch-a-Truck event hosted by SVEC was a huge success, giving kids from across the Suwannee Valley a chance to sit behind...
Nov
2019
Meet Your Trustee – Bill Hart, District 9
Bill Hart represents District 9, which covers Lafayette County south of the Suwannee River. He lives on a farm west of Mayo and...
Nov
2019
Red Velvet Cake
2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons cocoa 3/4 cup oil 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 ounces red...
Nov
2019
The truth about Florida’s deer rut
By Tony Young, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission There are a lot of theories and differing opinions on what causes the white-tailed deer...
Oct
2019
The Front Line
Service Department is there for members On the morning of Sept. 23, SVEC Service Supervisor Craig Ragan was planning to go through the...
Oct
2019
SVEC Helps Power the Economy
SVEC does more than power our homes and businesses. The co-op is a driving force in our economy, and it provides and supports...
Oct
2019
Meet Your Trustee — Hugh Hunter, District 7
Hugh Hunter represents District 7, comprised of the eastern part of Hamilton County and the northern part of Columbia County. He has served...
Oct
2019
From Tarpon to Bass, There’s Nothing Off Limits When Kayak Fishing
By Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Kayak fishing is a growing sport, and it’s easy to see why. Kayaks are nimble, cost less...
Oct
2019
SVEC Thinks Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and SVEC is proud to join organizations across the country in raising awareness of the disease and...
Sep
2019
Deep Dive
Local Dive Outpost creates a home for cave divers If being underwater in a pitch-black cave is outside your comfort zone, there’s a...
Sep
2019
Posting items to power poles creates safety risks
Signs and other materials on utility poles are more than just an unpleasant eyesore; they can be dangerous — even life-threatening — to...
Sep
2019
Meet Your Trustee — Andy Walker, District 6
Andy Walker represents District 6, which lies in the southernmost part of Suwannee County. A native of Branford, Walker has served on the...
Sep
2019
Touch-A-Truck Event
Don’t miss the FREE Touch-A-Truck family event hosted by Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative. Children and adults of all ages are invited to touch...
Aug
2019
Hardliners
SVEC pilots new reliability tool — tree wire When Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative came to be, the task of building the first electric...
Aug
2019
SVEC in the Community
Birds of a Feather SVEC employees and their kids braved the heat on Saturday, July 13, to help Accipiter Enterprises Educational Birds of...
Aug
2019
Meet Your Trustee — Sidney Lord, District 5
Sidney Lord represents District 5, most of which is located southwest of Live Oak between State Road 51 and Highway 129 in Suwannee...
Aug
2019
Gone Coastal
Fish and Wilfelife Needs You in Order to Improve Recreational Fisheries’ Data Collections By Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission The Florida Fish and...
Jul
2019
Recipe: Blue Watermelon Walnut Salad
By Anne P. Braly 1 cup walnut pieces 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 2 cups balsamic vinegar 1 cup sugar 1...
Jul
2019
Protect Yourself From Scams
Scams continue to be a growing threat, and the people running them keep finding clever new ways to trick victims into giving up...
Jul
2019
Love of The Land
Richard Bennett tackles farming challenges with passion Most kids skip school to get out of doing work, but Richard Bennett used to duck...
Jul
2019
SVEC in the Community
SVEC Awards $10,000 in Scholarships SVEC was pleased to award a $1,000 scholarship to each of 10 exemplary high school seniors who are...
Jul
2019
Meet Your Trustee — Tyler Putnal, District 4
Tyler Putnal represents District 4, which is located in western Suwannee County and the northernmost part of Lafayette County. He lives in Lafayette...
Jul
2019
Outta the Woods
Taking a hunter safety course is about safety and more By Tony Young, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Taking a hunter...
Jul
2019
SVEC is Now Part of the Live Oak Quilt Trail!
Created by Glinda Pennock of the Live Oak Artists Guild, SVEC’s quilt block features Willie Wiredhand and is on display at the main...
Jun
2019
Hurricane Preparedness Guide
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May
2019
Head in the Clouds
SVEC member still flying after 60 years Clark Dechant’s first job out of high school was supposed to pay for college, but somehow...
May
2019
Meet Your Trustee — Sam Roberson, District 3
Sam Roberson represents District 3, which is comprised of Suwannee County north of County Road 136 and west of U.S. Highway 129. He...
May
2019
SVEC in the Community
SVEC hosts 82nd Annual Meeting SVEC members gathered for the cooperative’s 82nd annual meeting on Saturday, April 27, at the Suwannee County Coliseum....
May
2019
Recipe: Blackberry-Grape Pie
Dough for double-crust pie 2 pints fresh blackberries 2 cups green grapes 2 tablespoons cornstarch Zest from 1 small lemon 1 egg 1...
May
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...
May
2019
Outta the woods
New Deer Hunting Rules For 2019–20 Season By Tony Young At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission passed new...
May
2019
Operation Round Up Contributes $25k to Schools
SVEC’s Operation Round Up gives members the opportunity to make a difference in their community with just some pocket change each month. Four...
Apr
2019
Building a Better System
SVEC engineers are improving reliability every day Lots of kids grow up building elaborate structures with Legos, but SVEC Director of Engineering Kurt...
Apr
2019
SVEC in the Community
Cornhole Tournament Raises Over $3,000 Last month, SVEC hosted the second annual Suwannee Valley Cornhole Tourna-ment to raise money for United Way of...
Apr
2019
Meet Your Trustee — Jerry Goff, District 2
Jerry Goff represents District 2 in east central Suwannee County. His district primarily covers members living south of County Road 252, north of...
Apr
2019
Gone Coastal
How Florida’s saltwater fishing management boundaries came to be By Amanda Nalley, Florida Fish & Wildlife, Marine Fisheries Management When you are on...
Mar
2019
A Look Back
Engaging Students In 2018, SVEC sponsored 10 local high school students on an all-expenses-paid trip to the Florida Electric Cooperative Youth Tour in...
Mar
2019
2018 By the Numbers
Safety 850,437 miles driven with zero accidents or 38 times around the world 1,539 consecutive days or 730,973 man-hours with only one lost-time...
Feb
2019
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
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...
