This holiday season, show your co-op pride by participating in two holiday art contests that revolve around what matters most to you, our valued members. Express your creativity and win exciting prizes in these contests that celebrate your passions and priorities. Get started on your entries now»
Serving up savings
The holiday season is just around the corner and soon festive music will fill the airwaves and sparkling lights and decorations will adorn homes and businesses. But after all the holiday hustle and bustle, you may receive higher-than-usual energy bills. I thought this month would be a good time to remind Lynches River Electric members […]
Annual Meeting Update
The Lynches River Electric Cooperative 2023 drive-thru annual meeting concluded successfully! In District 5, members voted, resulting in a tie between Mark Bridges and Billy King, who both received 204 votes. According to the co-op’s bylaws, a drawing by lot was conducted to break the tie. Billy King was elected as the trustee for district […]
2023 Annual Meeting Prize Winners, Elections & More
The following members won a door prize at the annual meeting. To claim your prize, you must present a photo ID and pick up your prize Monday through Thursday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. and Friday between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. at our main office located at 707 S. Arant St. in Pageland. […]
LREC releases 2022 financial report
This financial report is not finalized until Nov. 15.
Preserving cooperative legacy
I’ve understood the importance of cooperative membership for as long as I can remember. One of my fondest memories is of my family and I serving supper to the linemen who had worked tirelessly to restore power in Heath Springs following the devastation caused by Hurricane Hugo in 1989. This was an experience that forever […]
Providing your own power in an outage
How to choose the right home generator If you’re wondering whether to buy a home generator, you’re not alone. Backup power sources are popular, and manufacturers offer a wide range of choices, from gasoline models costing a few hundred dollars to permanent outdoor installations for several thousand dollars. Which home generator is right for you […]
Local students experience new heights
It was quite a summer for five local high school students thanks to Lynches River Electric Cooperative. Danny Clancy, Addy Calhoun, Maya Miller, Aubrey Taylor and Porter Kearns were among 45 student delegates from across the state to participate in Cooperative Youth Summit, a four- day tour of their state’s capital and the surrounding area […]
Official notice of 2023 Annual Meeting
Dear Cooperative Member, We are excited to inform you about the upcoming 2023 Annual Meeting of Lynches River Electric Cooperative, Inc., which will be held via drive-thru on Friday, October 20, and Saturday, October 21 at our cooperative’s headquarters, located at 707 South Arant St. in Pageland. As we did last year, this year’s meeting […]