Girl Power Event May Inspire Future Co-op Employees
The Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives. created Girl Power three years ago to introduce young women to opportunities in the energy industry.
NOVEC Joins American Co-Op Effort to Bring Electricity to Guatemala
Lineworkers from Virginia and Maryland electric co-ops were part of the United We Light effort, the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) International initiative that brings electricity to rural communities around the world.
NOVEC Lineworkers Compete in International Lineman’s Rodeo
It wasn’t their first rodeo, but it was the biggest. Lineworkers Johnny Lanzetta (above) and Jeremy Jenkins represented NOVEC in the October International Lineman’s Rodeo in Kansas. Five different events tested their climbing abilities, equipment repair skills, and...
New Year. New Savings in Your Pocket.
From all of us at NOVEC, Happy New Year!
NOVEC HELPS’ 5th Day of Caring Assists Local Nonprofits
NOVEC HELPS Chair Nan Musick said that they chose to assist two organizations this year because so many wanted to give their time. NOVEC employees got right to work cleaning, painting, sorting and packing food, washing vehicles, and helping out with yard work needs...
Peace of Mind
NOVEC Solutions Protection Plans Help Homeowners be Prepared Some surprises are joyous, like birthday parties. Others, like an emergency repair on a gas, water, or sewer line ... less joyous. Much, much less joyous. Many homeowners don’t even realize they are...
From Jet-Setter to Porch-Sitter
My experience with checked baggage has been this: The baggage always takes its own trip and never arrives when I do.
Future on the Line
Southside Virginia Community College is celebrating its Power Line Worker Training School’s 10th anniversary throughout 2026.
The Name Game
A memorable name can turn even the most off-the-beaten-path community into a destination
Veggies Dressed Up
Upgrade your vegetables with these easy and timeless recipes from 1969.
Ninety Years Strong
Two electric cooperatives celebrate a shared legacy of service May 2026 by Laura Emery, Staff Writer Ninety years ago, bringing electricity to rural areas required more than wires and poles. It took determination, cooperation and a shared commitment to improving life...