[caption id="attachment_5577" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] United Aerobotics staff inspect high-voltage transmission lines for Big Rivers Electric Corporation in Meade County RECC’s co-op territory. Photo: Stephanie McCombs[/caption] Electric co-ops battle critters, storms and hackers Did you know squirrels, lightning and trees have something in common? They all…
Kentucky Proud and electric cooperatives make a difference Do you remember your wedding vows? I will never forget my wedding day as I stood in front of friends and family and watched my bride escorted by her father into the sanctuary of Rose Hill Baptist…
Thankful for the opportunity to serve [caption id="attachment_5556" align="aligncenter" width="796"] Warren RECC Board Director N.E. Reed, center, celebrates at Bowling Green’s 80th anniversary celebration. Joining him are Board Director Orville W. “Pete” Dotson III and Warren RECC employee Launa Allen. Photo: Tami Cohron[/caption] Bowling Green…
Jackson Purchase prioritizing communications with members and employees PADUCAH – Jackson Purchase Energy Corporation, announced it has named Scott Adair as Vice President of Human Resources & Communications. Adair brings a wealth of experience and demonstrated success in human resources and communications to Jackson Purchase…
With the impending retirement wave of co-op leaders and the rapid changes occurring within our industry, NRECA has developed a new program to provide co-op employees with the knowledge and skills they need to lead their teams through these changes and bolster the co-op overall.…
Want to join one of the Kentucky electric cooperatives, a utility construction company or other electricity provider in Kentucky? The new lineworker program at Madisonville Community College is the first in Kentucky to offer a for-credit course in that field. After eight weeks of class,…
Breathe easier and also save energy and money by understanding your HVAC system Air filters trap a lot of debris that otherwise would end up back in the house, stuck in ductwork, clogging heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment—or in our lungs. For optimum energy…
Energy-efficiency tips for homeowners are great, but how can renters like me reduce their energy bills?—Chelsea Whether you’re renting or your budget for improvements is tight, take a look at these low-cost efficiency tips that can help you reduce your energy bills. Mind the thermostat…
180 degrees HENDERSON Samantha Howard is manager of environmental services for Big Rivers Electric Corporation, overseeing environmental documents for the Coleman and Wilson substations. Outside of work, however, Samantha does a 180-degree into the warm and fuzzy as a volunteer for SPARKY, Saving Paws Animal…
Kentucky's electric cooperatives do an incredible job of caring for the communities they serve. Here is an opportunity for your co-op to receive statewide attention for your beautification efforts, and earn some bragging rights as well. "Beautify the Bluegrass" is a partnership with Kentucky Living…