A publication of the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives
Growing up on a New Jersey farm and competing in a variety of youth sports, Megan Simmons thought she found her calling as a utility locator at age 19. A short pursuit of a nursing career led to the realization that she was meant to work outdoors.
Small-town man making a big impact in his community October 2024 by Jim Robertson, Staff Writer Brandon White has helped prevent hundreds of hours of power outages with his bird’s-eye view of the Central Virginia Electric Cooperative system. A drone hobbyist for...
Young women encouraged to pursue careers in energy September 2024 by Jim Robertson, Staff Writer Young women throughout Delmarva will challenge their determination to reach new heights at this year’s Girl Power Camp, hosted by the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware...
Certified arborist protects environment while ensuring system reliability August 2024 by Jim Robertson, Staff Writer Dreams can come true. Kolby Corrigan found his dream job about six years ago and hasn’t looked back since. Introduced to forestry while studying...
For NOVEC foreman, work is a family affair July 2024 by Jim Robertson, Staff Writer A former servant to his country as a U.S. Coast Guardsman, Kyle Sarvis has served the members of Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative for nearly 13 years. The line crew foreman and...
Popular high school career camp expands to the Eastern Shore June 2024 by Jim Robertson, Staff Writer With more women taking on roles in field work, attracting them to the responsibilities and teamwork...
Annual lineworker rodeo celebrates 20th anniversary May 2024 by Jim Robertson, Staff Writer What started out as a small competition for bragging rights has turned into the largest regional event of its kind in the U.S. Since 2003, co-op and other utility lineworkers...
