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Protecting the Power Lines and Keeping Communities Beautiful
The "Good News" team is back better than ever along with our series sponsor, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative. Not only will we explore our region, local business and the initiatives that are taking places; but we'll learn more about REC and their impact on our Fredericksburg, VA community.
In the Weeds about Vegetation Management
We were in the studio for a conversation with Cindy Musick, Director of Vegetation Management for REC about their vegetation management program. We talked about how & why they schedule their maintenance; how it works & who the people are in the trucks and on the front lines for clearing right-of-ways. We discussed how many of those on her team are certified arborists and foresters; some strange things she’s seen in her travels to member properties; and even learned about how members can acquire wood chips from their local maintenance crew.
The Benefits of Trees: Tree Line USA
We were in the studio with Cindy Musick, Director of Vegetation Management for Rappahannock Electric Cooperative. Our conversation included an explanation of the Tree Line USA program, REC’s continued & recent recognition, as well as a brief chat about how trees and their proper care factor into our everyday lives.
Click here for more information about the Tree Line USA program: https://www.arborday.org/programs/treelineusa/
REC STORIES
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative Recruits Young Heroes to Defeat Energy-Wasting Villains
Wednesday | September 16, 2026
A villain is lurking in homes across Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s (REC) service territory, and the Cooperative is recruiting young heroes to he...
Public Safety Announcement: Hunt Safely – Know Where Overhead Lines Are Before You Shoot
Tuesday | September 15, 2026
One unsafe shot near an overhead line can do more than knock out power or internet service. It can damage critical infrastructure, disrupt emergency c...
REC Restores Power to More Than 13,000 Following Friday’s Severe Storms
Saturday | September 5, 2026
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) crews worked throughout the night following Friday’s severe storms, restoring power to more than 13,000 member...