Christmas is my favorite time of the year! In fact, you can hear Christmas music playing around my office as early as September. It’s never too early to play Christmas music or even to deck the halls. The spirit of gratitude and giving is more prevalent during the holidays, making life a little sweeter. As […]
It’s annual meeting time
It’s that time of year again— Lynches River Electric Cooperative is gearing up for the 2022 Annual Meeting, which will be held Friday, Oct. 14, and Saturday, Oct. 15 at the LREC office. Your board of trustees heard your overwhelmingly positive comments regarding last year’s drive-thru meeting and knew this was the direction we needed […]
Don’t get caught without power
The development of electrical power is certainly one of the greatest advancements of all time. So many technologies that make our lives more comfortable and convenient today are useless without electricity. That’s why an unexpected power outage—whether for a short period of time or longer—can be so frustrating. No one can predict when a power […]
Back to school ready?
Are you prepared for the new school year? If your family is like mine, you’re already looking at school supply lists to make sure your children have everything they will need. One item not found on the list, but equally important, is reliable internet service to support the devices your family shares at home. No […]
Know the signs of a scam
Utility scams have been around for a long Lime; but scammers have recently changed their tactics as consumers rely more on technology for work, school, and commerce due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Imposter scams are now the number one type of fraud reported to the Federal Trade Commission. While scam artists still may come to […]
Prepare now for summer storms
I love summer and the warm temperatures that allow me to spend time outside with my family. But I also know that with summer comes hurricane season, which officially begins June 1. While we live a couple of hours away from our beautiful coast, high winds and heavy rain from the outer bands of a […]
Prioritize safety year-round
At Lynches River Electric Cooperative, we recognize Electrical Safety Month every May, but we also know the importance of practicing safety year-round. From our co-op crews to you, the members we serve, we recognize that everyone has a part to play in prioritizing safety. According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International, thousands of people in […]
The power behind your power: Lineman Appreciation Day is April 18
You’ve likely noticed Lynches River’s crews out and about, working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community. It’s no secret that a lineman’s job is tough—but it’s a job that’s essential and must be done, often in challenging conditions. This month, as we celebrate Lineman Appreciation Day on April 18, I want […]
Trustees are ready to serve
In one of the most notable inaugural speeches given, John F. Kennedy Jr. spoke his famous words, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” His inspiring words urged Americans to take actions that benefited the greater good. In essence, Kennedy was saying our country thrives […]