How is everyone? Of course, I’m asking because COVID-19 has kept many of us from visiting with family, friends and our members. This pandemic has separated all of us from our favorite people, kept us from going to restaurants and church and has even made buying necessities difficult. It has been anything but business as […]
Archives for 2020
Don’t wait–be prepared before the storm
It’s your worst-case scenario. A major storm was predicted and this time, the predictions were right. Many power lines are down, and your electricity may be out for several days. You are low on everything—food, pet supplies, toilet paper, batteries, diapers, and your medication. Imagine how you would feel in this situation. While you can’t […]
Pardon the interruption
Power interruptions are the absolute worst! They are very unfavorable to everyone for several reasons. We’re in a digital world and every little blip causes us to reset or restart our devices and appliances. I know this is annoying and upsetting to our members. Let me help you understand how Little River Electric’s system works. […]
Better efficiency, reliability
Several years ago, Little River began conversion work on all of the distribution system in McCormick County, which was then served by two of our older substations. We changed everything—transformers, regulators, insulators, arrestors, and all sectionalizing equipment. Why? For efficiency. The voltage will be higher on the new substations. Using higher voltages minimizes power loss, […]
An easy way to help: For small change, members make a big difference
Little River members have an easy way to make a difference in their community through Operation Round Up. “In 2019, members contributed over $31,000 to help their neighbors in need,” says Tricia Smith, the co-op’s member services and communications director. “That’s the cooperative spirit in action. And just think: If all members round up, we […]
Bring 2020 into focus
Happy New Year, everyone! I sincerely hope each of you had a great holiday season. Thanksgiving and Christmas is the time of year that brings families together to enjoy one another and share wonderful memories of holidays past. It’s an amazing time with decorations, gifts and food. Yes, good ol’ home cooking is always a […]
