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December Message from GVEC General Manager Darren Schauer — End of Year 2018: We are Filled with Gratitude
End of Year 2018: A Time to Reflect In this final month of 2018, as we gather with family and friends, our spirits are lifted in fellowship, gratitude and kindheartedness. We celebrate life’s many blessings as we reflect on the successes and challenges of the...
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GVEC Celebrates 80 Years of Electric and Beyond
Much has changed since GVEC’s initial years as an electricity provider to South Central Texas, as is revealed in these two photos. Above, some of the Cooperative’s earliest members and leaders participate in one of GVEC’s initial public meetings. Below, current and...
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I’m Dreaming of an Ugly Christmas Sweater Dinner Party
GVEC attended the 2017 Ugly Christmas Sweater Dinner Party, presented by the Guadalupe County Child Welfare Board Supporters. The Cooperative will attend again in 2018. Pictured, L to R, from the 2017 event: GVEC Communications Specialist Marissa Cunningham, GVEC...
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22 Christmas Activities in the Guadalupe Valley in 2018
December is here, but with the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it can be overwhelming to know how to get you and your family into the holiday spirit. Fortunately, the Guadalupe Valley has no shortage of festive events to tap into to spread the cheer! We’ve put...
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Entertain this Holiday Season without the Cost of High Energy Bills
With the holiday season in full swing, many of us are excited to host holiday parties in our homes. But did you know that these festive gatherings can take a heavy toll on your energy bill? Not to worry, GVEC has some energy efficiency tips to help you keep your...
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Tis the Season to be Virtually Secure
You Better Watch Out Online As we begin the holiday shopping season, it’s critical to remember: Every piece of information you release or store online makes you vulnerable to cybercriminals. The good news? Although we’re all vulnerable, no one is defenseless against...
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Does Nest Really Save You Money?
Saving Energy Starts with Your Thermostat Let’s get to the point, does a Nest® Thermostat really save you money? YES! According to Nest, their learning thermostat can help save up to 15-20% on electric costs by learning what temperature you like based on your...
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How to Leave GVEC an Online Review
Why Leave GVEC an Online Review? At GVEC, our success in delivering the unexpected, in exceeding expectations and in improving lives isn’t possible without the support of the communities we serve. That’s why we’re asking our members and customers to leave GVEC an...
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Are You Ready for the Cold? Five Tips in Preparing Your Home for Winter
Cold is Coming: Preparing Your Home for Winter With cold weather drawing closer, it’s a great time to think about getting ready for winter. If you haven’t gotten started on cold weather preparations for your home, there’s little time to waste. To help jumpstart your...
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November Message from GVEC General Manager Darren Schauer — Thankful for Cooperative Blessings
Community Volunteers: GVEC employee volunteers stand for a group photo before the 1st GVEC Gives Back Community Event at Max Starcke Park, Seguin, on Sept. 22, 2018. GVEC Employee Family & GVEC Community Family Both Strong & Blessed This month, I’d like to offer...
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Free 2019 GVEC Recipe Calendars Now Available
Get Your Free 2019 GVEC Recipe Calendar at Any Customer Service Office We are thrilled to announce the release of GVEC’s 2019 recipe calendar: Crowd Pleasin’ Cuisine. You can pick up one of these free calendars right now, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., M-F, at the following GVEC...
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GVEC Board Member Joe A. Castilleja and the World-Famous Wurstfest Celebration
November: A Time to Celebrate German Heritage in South Central Texas November is here, which means it’s the season of giving thanks; but in South Central Texas, November is also a time when many residents celebrate their German heritage at the annual Wurstfest...
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For Community & Church: Shiner Parishioners Make Strudels by the Thousands
Three Generations: This 2016 photo from the 30th Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church Strudel Sale shows three generations of Mary Ann Rother’s family (in glasses), all of whom have regularly participated in the event. Strudel Sale Details The Saints Cyril and...
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GVEC Employees Host a Color-Filled Day of Giving Back
GVEC Gives Back Color Fun Run: A Blaze of Community Colors Whether they ran or walked, participants in September’s GVEC Gives Back 5K event ended the course in a blaze of color. Their T-shirts were plain white at the start, but ended the race saturated in powdery...
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Calling 811 Before You Dig Isn’t Optional
GVEC's Cutting-Edge Electrical System At GVEC, we think of our cutting-edge electrical system as a durable work of art but we understand why all our members might not agree. Some of you might prefer to decorate your surroundings a bit, even to camouflage the system...
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Be More Comfortable with A GVEC Check-N-Save
AC/Heating System Maintenance is Key With cooler months quickly approaching, you’ll want to make sure your HVAC system is ready for the switch to heat when the time comes. In fact, whenever you switch your unit between hot and cold, you need to perform a routine...
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Power Outages: Dos & Don’ts
The Causes of Power Outages As we often mention in The GVEC Review, when it comes to your energy bill, weather matters. Weather also plays a significant role in power outages, with lightning strikes frequently causing the majority of outages in any given year. While...
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Building a Destination for Learning: Meet Seguin ISD Superintendent Dr. Matthew Gutierrez
GVEC is passionate about education in the communities we serve. When we see people making a difference in local education, we can’t help taking note. Working on the Culture at Seguin ISD Dr. Matthew Gutierrez is a man with a plan—a three-year strategic plan, to be...
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Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin: A Place to Express Your Love of Culture Through the Arts
National Hispanic Heritage Month Did you know it's National Hispanic Heritage Month? During National Hispanic Month, observed September 15 to October 15, America celebrates the contributions—historic, cultural or otherwise—made by American citizens with Hispanic...
read moreOctober Message from GVEC General Manager Darren Schauer — City of Gonzales Electric System and GVEC Enter Operations and Maintenance Service Agreement
GVEC Enters Groundbreaking Partnership with the City of Gonzales Electric System In July, GVEC finalized a service agreement for the Cooperative to assume day-to-day electric operations and maintenance activities for the City of Gonzales. This contract, which went...
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