Outage Restoration

A powerful line of thunderstorms moved through REC's entire service territory late this afternoon and into the evening, bringing intense rain and strong winds and causing widespread power outages…

Election Seal

More than 16,500 Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) member-owners participated in the 2026 director elections by designating their proxy or joining the…

John Hewa Headshot Cover

By John Hewa, President & CEO, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative The electric industry is entering a period unlike anything we’ve experienced in decades. Demand for electricity is growing…

Tax Free Holiday Cover

Virginia’s Sales Tax Holiday, Aug. 7-9, is an opportunity to stock up on qualifying storm and emergency preparedness supplies without paying sales tax. For households,…

Youth Tour Cover

Four area high school students represented REC during the Electric Cooperative Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. The annual weeklong event is hosted by the National Rural…

MyREC Cover

Tracking how much energy you use can reveal patterns that are easy to miss on a monthly bill. Some days, the story is simple: hotter weather, extra guests or more…