Lynches River Electric Cooperative’s fiber internet subsidiary, RiverNet Connect, is offering free broadband internet access to eligible residents in Chesterfield, Lancaster and Kershaw counties. This service will be provided to eligible families of K-12 students, Pell Grant recipients, those receiving Lifeline benefits (visit lifelinesupport.org for eligibility requirements) and individuals that experienced a substantial, documented loss […]
Lynches River Electric welcomes “Home Town” team and hot air balloon
As part of the Pageland Watermelon Festival, Lynches River Electric Cooperative (LREC) will sponsor a visit from cast members of the HGTV hit series “Home Town” and the Touchstone Energy® hot air balloon. Jim & Mallorie Rasberry and Josh Nowell, seen on HGTV’s “Home Town” will visit Pageland July 16-17, participating in festival activities Friday […]
LREC calendar photo challenge
Submit your favorite local photo you’ve taken for a chance to be featured in the 2022 LREC Calendar. Thirteen photos will be selected, one for each month and a cover photo. Month photo winners will receive a $50 bill credit and the cover photo winner will receive a $100 bill credit. Photos must be horizontal […]
Safety is paramount at substations
No matter its location, a Lynches River Electric Cooperative substation is likely to stand out with its complicated mesh of steel, wires and strange objects protruding above high, chain-linked fencing. Every piece, part and contraption has a role in providing members with safe, reliable electricity. Our substations are specifically designed and built for our system […]
They sweat so you won’t have to
It’s this part of the year when we all appreciate cool, conditioned air the most. I know that I do. And without electricity, air conditioning isn’t possible, which makes me appreciate our Lynches River Electric Cooperative crews who work hard to keep our system reliable and in good shape. I appreciate these dedicated linemen, […]
Mural depicts Pageland Community
Laurel, Mississippi muralist Will Sellers recently completed the “Greetings from Pageland” mural in downtown Pageland. The mural was one of several projects submitted by Lynches River Electric Cooperative as part of a nationwide contest in collaboration with the Pageland Chamber of Commerce. Sponsored by Touchstone Energy Cooperatives, members of the LREC and chamber staff consulted […]
We’re ready for storm season. Are you?
NOW THAT summer is in full swing, like many of you, I welcome more opportunities to be outdoors and enjoy the warmer weather. Summertime brings many of my favorite activities like cooking out with family and friends, afternoons on the river and simply slowing down a bit to enjoy life. But summer months also make […]
WIRE volunteers send ‘pick-me-up’ to seniors
The pandemic has been especially hard on senior citizens. Not only are they at greater risk to the effects of COVID-19, but the long-term isolation that prevention requires is also detrimental. Thankfully, a community outreach organization affiliated with the electric co-ops around the state, SC WIRE (Women Involved in Rural Electrification) has again stepped into […]
Plan for safety when DIY-ing
THESE DAYS many of us are spending more time at home and finding new, creative ways to enhance our living space. Tackling do-it-yourself (DIY) projects for the home can be fun and cost-effective. Whether you’re painting the front door with a fresh hue or finally upgrading those patio lights, successfully completing a DIY home project […]