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From climbing utility poles to smoking brisket — Pedernales Electric Cooperative crews gave their all, topping the leaderboard in several
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PEC continues to brighten the Texas Hill Country with grants that help support nonprofits in and around the co-op’s service
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More than 70 campers in kindergarten through third grade attended PEC’s Camp Save-a-Watt Solar Car Derby.
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PEC sent 33 lineworkers and support staff to assist with power restoration in Gilmer, Texas, following a strong storm system
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Lights Spectacular soon will update the electrical infrastructure on the grounds of the Blanco County Courthouse, thanks to a $25,000
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The Sandy Harbor Volunteer Fire Department will enlarge and upgrade its fire hall, which also serves as a much-used community
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With the help of a $21,795 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Rambo Masonic Lodge
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Pedernales Electric Cooperative members in Districts 2 and 3 have voted to reelect Emily Pataki and Mark Ekrut to serve
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With the help of a $24,771 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Pedernales Electric Cooperative, the Florence Volunteer
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Fitch Ratings, a nationally recognized credit ratings agency, recently affirmed PEC’s AA- rating.
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PEC provided $100,000 in scholarships to 85 outstanding students.
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Over the past 85 years, PEC has grown to become the largest electric cooperative in the U.S., serving more than
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Members in Districts 2 and 3 may cast ballot through June 9 Pedernales Electric Cooperative members in Districts 2 and
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Registration is now open through June 2 and camp begins June 5 for students entering kindergarten through third grade.
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Ballot announced for 2023 elections The Pedernales Electric Cooperative board approved the ballot for the Cooperative’s 2023 Board of Directors
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The 2023 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday runs from Saturday, April 22, through Monday, April 24.
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This year, PEC selected 10 students to represent the cooperative in Washington, D.C.
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Co-op teams up with community icons to inspire area students.
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Debris, poles, and lines may also be on roads.
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Overnight, PEC made significant progress, restoring power to more than 11,000 members.