Young leaders depart for Washington, D.C.
NASHVILLE – More than 135 students from across Tennessee are headed to Washington, D.C., as a part of the 2019 Washington Youth Tour. The annual event, which begins on Friday, […]
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Entries by Trent Scott
Seven smart ways to save energy this summer
NASHVILLE – With the long, hot days of summer just around the corner, Tennessee’s electric co-ops provide these simple tips to save energy and money. “There are some small things […]
July 2019 Commkit
The following resources are available for use in July. Leadership column – Celebrating America and our Communities Safety Article/Press Release – Move Over and Save a Life Safety Template Letter […]
June 2019 Commkit
The following resources are available for use in June. Leadership column – Keeping your electric bill low when the temperature gets high Energy efficiency – Seven smart tips to save […]
Co-op leaders discuss Tennessee issues with DC lawmakers
NASHVILLE – More than 50 electric co-op leaders from Tennessee traveled to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, April 30, to talk with members of the Tennessee congressional delegation about issues important […]
Dunavan joins team at TECA
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association, a trade association representing the state’s 23 electric cooperatives, announced recently that Mallory Dunavan is joining the association as political affairs coordinator. “I […]
Tennessee co-ops receive $6.2 million in state grants for broadband
NASHVILLE – Gov. Bill Lee announced Monday that five electric co-ops in Tennessee will receive more than $6.2 million in broadband accessibility grants. Electric co-ops received nearly half of $14.8 […]
Co-ops respond to administration’s 2020 budget
NASHVILLE – Today the White House delivered its 2020 budget proposal to Congress. Among the items included in this year’s budget was a proposal to sell federally-owned utility assets. The […]
Co-ops host young leaders in Nashville
NASHVILLE – Forty-six high school juniors from across the state are attending the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association’s annual Youth Leadership Summit this week in Nashville. Delegates to the annual event […]
April 2019 CommKit
The following resources are available for use in April. Leadership column – A life on the line – National Lineman Appreciation Day Youth Leadership Summit article/press release TCC Young Leaders […]
ML Connect project moves ahead
MLConnect making progress in project to service MLEC counties Centerville, TN — Ultra-fast, affordable, reliable broadband is getting closer for those receiving electricity from Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative. The utility’s […]
Tennessee electric co-ops issue statement regarding new TVA CEO
NASHVILLE – The TVA board of directors today announced the appointment of Jeffrey “Jeff” Lyash as the utility’s new President and Chief Executive Officer. Lyash, current President and CEO of […]
Telling the co-op story on Capitol Hill
NASHVILLE – Gov. Bill Lee stressed the importance of rural Tennessee while speaking with electric co-op leaders during the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association’s 2019 Legislative Conference on Tuesday evening, Feb. […]
The Tennessee Magazine honored with Tennessee Music Award
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Magazine, the official publication of the Tennessee Electric Cooperative Association, was recently named Magazine of the Year by the Tennessee Music Awards. The Tennessee Music Awards […]
March 2019 CommKit
The following resources are available for use in March. Leadership column – ### Cents of every dollar Youth Tour print ads are available here. Other Resources Co-op careers brochure Washington […]
Electric co-ops support Gov. Lee’s focus on rural communities
NASHVILLE – On Wednesday, Gov. Bill Lee, in his first executive order, instructed all state agencies to examine and improve the way they serve Tennessee’s rural communities. The order emphasizes […]
New Year, New General Assembly, New Legislators
Last week, the 111th General Assembly of the state of Tennessee began its two-year session, and operative word for all Capitol-watchers is “new.” With so many first time members of the […]
Michael Watson retires from DREMC
The Board of Directors of Duck River Electric Membership Corporation (DREMC) today has accepted the retirement request of Michael Watson, President and CEO. Watson will relinquish his duties as CEO […]
Free mobile app brings Nashville lawmakers one click away
[NASHVILLE] – Tennessee lawmakers will return to Nashville on Jan. 8 for the 111th Tennessee General Assembly. During the four to five-month session, they will consider legislation that can have an […]
