EMPOWER Broadband Moves Aggressively Forward

EMPOWER Broadband has taken a giant leap toward fulfilling its promise to bring world-class internet access to Virginians in rural Southside communities. EMPOWER, with assistance from Magellan Broadband, its owner-engineer, has secured the services of National...

Dinwiddie County and RURALBAND Launch Universal Broadband Project

A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the RURALBAND Education Center’s opening and the Universal Broadband Project launch was held on Sept. 6 at the Eastside Enhancement Center in Dinwiddie County. Officials from Dinwiddie County and Prince George Electric...

Arthur Wholey to Oversee REC System Operations

Rappahannock Electric Cooperative has promoted Arthur Wholey to Director of Operational and Construction Services. In his new role, Wholey oversees system operations, which includes coordinating mutual aid during major outages, managing the dispatch of field crews...

Whitley Joins Community Electric Cooperative

Community Electric Cooperative is pleased to announce that Lucy Whitley joined the organization on Sept. 19 as administrative services coordinator. Whitley has extensive experience in customer service and leadership roles, including approximately 18 months as a branch...