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Why to Attend Your GVEC District Meeting
2019 District Meetings: District 1 Meeting When: Thursday, February 28, 2019 Where: First United Methodist Church of Shiner Address: 102 W. Church St. Shiner, TX 77984 Time: Registration begins at 6:00 p.m. Business meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. District 10 Meeting...
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GVEC Announces Winners of the 2019 Louie the Lightning Bug Coloring Contest
The GVEC Louie the Lightning Bug Electrical Safety Program Coloring Contest Now in its 34th year, GVEC’s Louie the Lightning Bug Electrical Safety Program and Coloring Contest sends Louie to over 36 local elementary schools within GVEC's service territory. Each year,...
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GVEC Power Up Spotlight — Polley Mansion: A Tribute to Texas History
A Monumental Past Unlike the names of Stephen F. Austin or Sam Houston, Joseph H. Polley’s name probably isn’t familiar to the average Texan. Like South Central Texas itself, however, Polley and his family are deeply connected to the state’s early history. Some of...
read moreFebruary Message from GVEC General Manager Darren Schauer — GVEC District Meeting Season is Here
As a GVEC Member-Owner, Your Vote Counts If you get electric service through GVEC, you’re not just a customer; you’re also a valued member-owner. You, along with GVEC’s thousands of other member-owners, hold an ownership stake in the Cooperative. This is why we...
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What to Expect From Your Winter Bills
From Cuero to Schertz, as South Central Texas locals, we all know the weather can go from one extreme to the other. The past few months started with a mild autumn which quickly flourished into cooler temperatures that will most likely continue on into February. It’s...
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Avoid After-Hours AC/Heating Breakdowns
After-Hours AC/Heating Breakdowns: One of Life's Great Stressors At GVEC Home®, we view HVAC breakdowns as one of life’s most stressful events, but after-hours AC/heating breakdowns can be especially traumatic. Who can you turn to at 3 a.m. in the middle of winter or...
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Arm Yourself for Winter with SmartHub
Winter is Here in South Central Texas Winter has officially started but you might not have seen any significant difference in your electric bill yet. If winter 2019 is like most winters in South Central Texas, however, you can expect your bill to be higher during our...
read moreJanuary Message from GVEC General Manager Darren Schauer — Moving Swiftly in 2019
Looking Ahead to an Exciting New Year at GVEC As we close the books on 2018 and transition into a new year, I am filled with excitement. It’s like this for me every season: Although I cherish the holidays, there is nothing so exhilarating as the promise of a new year....
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What to Do if You Come in Contact with an Electric Pole
With this already cold and dreary January weather, it's possible that South Central Texas will experience rain and if cold enough, icy roads this winter. These hazards can make driving riskier than usual, and accidents could occur. Do you know what to do in the event...
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Taking Steps to Stomp Out Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer's Disease and Hope in Numbers In visiting the New Braunfels Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease Oct. 13, one couldn’t help coming away with a sense this disease will be contained if not eradicated in the not-too-distant future. Everyone the GVEC Review spoke to...
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New Year, New Efficient You
We'd Like to Suggest a New Year's Resolution It’s that time of year—resolution time! And we’d like to suggest a New Year's resolution you might not have thought of: to be more energy efficient in 2019 and beyond. Put Some Energy into Planning Your Resolution When it...
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South Central Texas: A Melting Pot of New Year Traditions
As 2018 is coming to an end and we prepare to ring in the new year, have you thought about your New Year’s Eve plans? Maybe you are hosting a party or staying in with your family to watch the Time’s Square ball drop at midnight. Whatever your plans may be, there are...
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GVEC Electrician Services Launches onto the Web
Visit us at gvecELECTRICIANservice.com In November 2017, we launched GVEC Electrician services through GVEC Home. Over the years, we’d received numerous member inquiries about adding electrical work to our service options and we listened. Ultimately, our launch of...
read moreDecember 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 Fiber Opens New Horizons in Local Education
Fast Internet Plays a HUGE Role in Education Do you know what kind of internet your kiddo’s school or local library has? Many rural or low-income schools and libraries in South Central Texas have wireless internet that doesn’t perform well with multiple users, thereby...
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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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