Emergency Preparedness Cover

Each September, National Preparedness Month serves as a reminder that preparation is a shared responsibility. REC, local emergency responders and member-owners all have a role in helping…

System Operations Center Cover

At any hour of the day or night, dozens of computer monitors glow inside REC's headquarters. From four dispatch stations, employees watch over thousands of miles of line, more than 100 substations…

Photo of John Hewa, President & CEO of REC

John D. Hewa, President and CEO of Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) and current chair of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership (VEDP) Board of Directors, has been reappointed by…

Downed Power Line

From wintery snowstorms and cold fronts to spring thaw and late summer windstorms, downed power lines are a year-round risk. REC’s seasoned professional lineworkers take…

811 Cover

This week’s VA811 Day is designed to remind commonwealth residents to contact Virginia 811 before starting any project that disturbs the ground.

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Outage Restoration

Crews, contractors and support teams worked through the night to restore power to more than 95% of members affected after damaging thunderstorms swept across the service…