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Archives for 2022
Board nominations due in June
2022 Annual Meeting September 17 Little River Electric Cooperative is now accepting nominations for its Board of Trustees. Up for election is Calhoun Falls, District 3. Pursuant to the bylaws, any member seeking a position on the Board of Trustees must submit a nomination in writing signed by 15 or more members on the cooperative’s […]
Little River crew honors foreman’s son at rodeo
Of all the graphics that adorn Little River Electric Cooperative’s lineman rodeo team T-shirts, none mean more than what is on the left sleeve—t21. The badge is shorthand for trisomy 21, more commonly known as Down syndrome. Rhett, the 4-year-old son of Little River Electric line crew foreman Bret Timmerman, was born with the genetic […]
Thank a lineman in April
The second Monday in April is recognized as Lineman Appreciation Day by the electric cooperatives. While our linemen are recognized on this day, they should be acknowledged and appreciated throughout the year for the tireless hours they put in doing one of the most dangerous jobs. In fact, we designate the entire month of April […]
It’s not a job, it’s a lifestyle
It’s no secret that a lineworker’s job is tough—but it’s a job that’s essential and must be done, often in challenging conditions. Little River Electric has 18 lineworkers who are responsible for keeping power flowing 24/7, 365 days a year. To do this, they maintain 2,100 miles of power lines across four counties. You’ve likely […]
Cooperation among cooperatives
Cooperatives around the world operate according to the same set of seven core principles and values, adopted by the International Co-operative Alliance. By working together through local, national, regional, and international structures, cooperatives improve services, bolster local economies and deal more effectively with social and community needs. Every day, Little River is hard at work […]
Safe planting for trees and shrubs
Trees play crucial roles in our lives and the environment. They produce oxygen, sequester carbon dioxide, and provide shade. They beautify our landscapes and generally make life more enjoyable. Trees growing in the wrong place, however, can be trouble for energy lines, potentially causing fires, electrical hazards, and power outages. If tree limbs come in […]
Local all-stars add new fans before bowl game
Robby Harrison has plenty of young fans in Greenwood County. Now, he has one more in Horry County. The Emerald High star defensive lineman was among 88 of South Carolina’s top high school football players in Myrtle Beach for the Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl Dec. 11. The all-star game pitted players from the state’s North […]
Apply now for 2022 WIRE Scholarships
Financial assistance is available for women returning to college from the 2022 Jenny Ballard Opportunity Scholarship program. Sponsored by Women Involved in Rural Electrification (WIRE), the scholarship is a one-time award exclusively for electric cooperative members based on need and personal goals. Applications for the 2022 WIRE scholarship must be submitted by June 1, 2022. […]
Five reasons we love serving our members
February may be the shortest month, but it’s packed with special observances such as Presidents Day, Black History Month, and Valentine’s Day. While it may seem Valentine’s Day was created by a greeting card company, it isn’t just for the lovebirds. It’s also the perfect time to let our friends, family, coworkers, and other special […]
