The winningest basketball teams in history are known for their consistency and players with various skill-sets. Some are better three- pointer shooters, while others are defensive stoppers. Having a balanced mix can make the team a powerhouse on the court. The way to keep electricity reliable is a bit like that too. Little River Electric’s […]
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How extreme winter weather impacts reliability
When outdoor temperatures drop, our electricity use increases. That’s because our heating systems run longer and more often to counteract colder temperatures. And since we all tend to use electricity at the same times—in the morning and early evenings—there is a lot of strain on the electric grid. At Little River Electric Cooperative, we work […]
The need for new power generation
I’m the kind of guy who doesn’t like to see the needle anywhere near the E on my gas gauge when I’m driving. I want to fill up way before the warning light comes on. I wish it were as easy to refuel our supply of electricity to meet our state’s increasing demand for power. […]
Another great year
In September, we held our 83rd Annual Meeting of Members, and it was a huge success. Like the past few annual meetings, we offered drive- through registration and we set a record with 1,614 members registered, easily meeting our quorum of 565. Thank you to everyone who registered and voted. We appreciate you taking the […]
Preparing to serve you better
Providing reliable power to you is, and will always be, top priority for Little River Electric. As the energy industry continues to transition and more segments of the economy are becoming electrified— vehicles, machinery and even lawn equipment—additional pressures are being placed on our electric grid. With summer storm season upon us, I thought it […]
Introducing SmartHub
On the go and in control! We’ve been talking about it the past few months and, finally, SmartHub is here and ready to work for you. What is SmartHub? It’s an innovative tool for account management. SmartHub has several features that make managing your account as easy as possible. Whether through the web, on your […]
