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...
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...
Bill Hart represents District 9, which covers Lafayette County south of the Suwannee River. He lives on a farm west of Mayo and...
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...
By Tony Young, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission There are a lot of theories and differing opinions on what causes the white-tailed deer...
Service Department is there for members On the morning of Sept. 23, SVEC Service Supervisor Craig Ragan was planning to go through the...
SVEC does more than power our homes and businesses. The co-op is a driving force in our economy, and it provides and supports...
Hugh Hunter represents District 7, comprised of the eastern part of Hamilton County and the northern part of Columbia County. He has served...
By Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Kayak fishing is a growing sport, and it’s easy to see why. Kayaks are nimble, cost less...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and SVEC is proud to join organizations across the country in raising awareness of the disease and...
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...
Signs and other materials on utility poles are more than just an unpleasant eyesore; they can be dangerous — even life-threatening — to...
Andy Walker represents District 6, which lies in the southernmost part of Suwannee County. A native of Branford, Walker has served on the...
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...
SVEC pilots new reliability tool — tree wire When Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative came to be, the task of building the first electric...
Birds of a Feather SVEC employees and their kids braved the heat on Saturday, July 13, to help Accipiter Enterprises Educational Birds of...
Sidney Lord represents District 5, most of which is located southwest of Live Oak between State Road 51 and Highway 129 in Suwannee...
Fish and Wilfelife Needs You in Order to Improve Recreational Fisheries’ Data Collections By Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission The Florida Fish and...
By Anne P. Braly 1 cup walnut pieces 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 2 cups balsamic vinegar 1 cup sugar 1...
Scams continue to be a growing threat, and the people running them keep finding clever new ways to trick victims into giving up...
Richard Bennett tackles farming challenges with passion Most kids skip school to get out of doing work, but Richard Bennett used to duck...
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...
Tyler Putnal represents District 4, which is located in western Suwannee County and the northernmost part of Lafayette County. He lives in Lafayette...
Taking a hunter safety course is about safety and more By Tony Young, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Taking a hunter...
Created by Glinda Pennock of the Live Oak Artists Guild, SVEC’s quilt block features Willie Wiredhand and is on display at the main...
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SVEC member still flying after 60 years Clark Dechant’s first job out of high school was supposed to pay for college, but somehow...
Sam Roberson represents District 3, which is comprised of Suwannee County north of County Road 136 and west of U.S. Highway 129. He...
SVEC hosts 82nd Annual Meeting SVEC members gathered for the cooperative’s 82nd annual meeting on Saturday, April 27, at the Suwannee County Coliseum....
Dough for double-crust pie 2 pints fresh blackberries 2 cups green grapes 2 tablespoons cornstarch Zest from 1 small lemon 1 egg 1...
The Florida Division of Emergency Management allows citizens with special needs to register with their county emergency management agency. Information submitted to the...
New Deer Hunting Rules For 2019–20 Season By Tony Young At its February meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission passed new...
SVEC’s Operation Round Up gives members the opportunity to make a difference in their community with just some pocket change each month. Four...
SVEC engineers are improving reliability every day Lots of kids grow up building elaborate structures with Legos, but SVEC Director of Engineering Kurt...
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...
Jerry Goff represents District 2 in east central Suwannee County. His district primarily covers members living south of County Road 252, north of...
How Florida’s saltwater fishing management boundaries came to be By Amanda Nalley, Florida Fish & Wildlife, Marine Fisheries Management When you are on...
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...
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...
Local sanctuary teaches the importance of animal preservation Lots of people can take in rescue cats and dogs, but very few can handle...
Mike Adams represents District 1, which comprises the area of Hamilton County west of U.S. Highway 129. He lives in Jennings and has...
Suwannee Valley Cornhole Tournament SVEC is hosting the second annual Suwannee Valley Cornhole Tournament for players of all skill levels. All proceeds will...
SVEC is awarding up to 10 $1,000 scholarships to deserving high school seniors in our service area. Eligible students must graduate in the...
It’s time for SVEC members living in Districts 7, 8 and 9 to meet and nominate a candidate to serve on the board...
From Anne Braly This recipe is a classic that has been around for a while, but it’s still a favorite that is perfect...
Turkey hunters recognize that understanding wild turkey behavior, good calling and an effective shotgun pattern are all keys to success. But practicing safe...
SVEC participated in the Christmas parades held in Branford, Jasper and Live Oak. Also, at the request of the Suwannee County Chamber of...
Space heaters can be an easy way to add a little extra warmth in your home during the chilly winter months. But it’s...
How SVEC builds a safe work culture Whether we think about it or not, most of us have safety procedures we follow daily....
A look at migratory bird management and hunting By Tony Young, Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Hunters can enjoy the second phase...
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....
The Florida Division of Emergency Management allows citizens with special needs to register with their county emergency management agency. Information submitted to the...
For the 41st consecutive year, SVEC is sponsoring a tour of Tallahassee for 10 high school juniors. While in Tallahassee, the students will...
Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative begins Operation Round Up in January, when the bills of participating members will be rounded up to the nearest...
How SVEC helped neighbors rebuild after Hurricane Michael As Hurricane Michael made its way toward the coastline in October, Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative...
With the midterm elections in the rearview mirror, SVEC is looking ahead at the impact and opportunities for rural America and electric cooperatives....
Light Out? We Need to Know To report a malfunctioning area or street light, touch “Contact Us” on the SmartHub home screen, then...
Kitty Carroll celebrates the bonds between man and raptor Parrots and cockatoos may make convenient household pets, but Kitty Carroll has always preferred...
As part of the cooperative business model, one of our core principles is “Concern for Community.” While our priority is always to provide...
Cooperatives operate according to a core set of principles for the purpose of improving quality of life for their members. Our mission is...
Local charity gives vets a relaxing day at sea For some veterans, coming home isn’t easy. Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative member Ron Cadle...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month SVEC crews are wearing pink hats in October to honor Breast Cancer Awareness month and the women...
Local students represent SVEC on Washington Youth Tour Grace Jackson and Christian Rodriguez had both visited Washington, D.C., but their visit during the...
Member Service Representative Janice Goodman recently retired after 45 years at SVEC. Janice says her favorite part of the job was serving and...
SVEC’s partnership with the NRECA While cooperatives are born from the communities they serve, which have unique interests and challenges, they share common...
Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative will begin Operation Round Up® in January, when the monthly bills of participating members will be rounded up to...
Rural America played a significant role in national elections in 2016 when 500,000 more rural voters went to the polls than in 2012....
Shedding light on SVEC’s Metering Department Most Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative members give little thought to their electric meter unless their bill shows...
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...
While providing electric service is the most important part of the cooperative mission, it’s far from the only work cooperatives do. At Suwannee...
The Operation Round Up® board of directors will oversee how the rounded up funds will be used to support the needs of teachers...
After a decade of relative quiet, Floridians have witnessed two years of active hurricane seasons. In September 2017, Hurricane Irma impacted nearly all...
Suwannee Valley Electric Cooperative has achieved its first successful automated restoration of power following the installation and implementation of an Advanced Distribution Management...
Consistent with one of its guiding cooperative principles — concern for community — SVEC supports the schools, teachers and students in the Suwannee...
SVEC members gathered for the cooperative’s 81st annual meeting on Saturday, April 28, at the Suwannee County Agricultural Coliseum in Live Oak. The...
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...
Safety is a concern that touches every part of our lives. Families looking for a place to settle down want to live in...
As part of its commitment to community, SVEC is an enthusiastic supporter of the United Way of Suwannee Valley. In 2017, SVEC employees...
Hurricane season begins June 1, so make sure some of the most vulnerable are protected. The Florida Division of Emergency Management allows citizens...
When Lafayette High School junior Grace Jackson sat on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives for a mock debate, appreciation for...
SVEC member services makes your experience better As a cashier, Debbie Edwards is always aware that she might be the only person a...
