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Posted: June 30, 2026 at 11:13 a.m.

Community Electric Cooperative Awards $7,500 in Scholarships to Four Area High School Seniors

For 25 years, our commitment has gone beyond electricity by investing in the next generation of our communities.

COMMSERV, Community

Posted: February 27, 2026 at 1:50 p.m.

CEC’s ‘Wonderful Men’ Help Nearby Co-op Restore Power after Winter Storm

Hernando’s combination of powerful winds and heavy, wet snow causes extensive tree damage within ANEC’s service territory on Virginia’s Eastern Shore and the southeastern tip of Maryland. As the temperature dips, the storm switches to snow from rain on a Sunday afternoon, and CEC’s contingent of Linemen is on the ground at ANEC by midday Monday.

COMMSERV, Community

Posted: December 15, 2025 at 10:26 a.m.

CEC Donation Helps Meet Needs of 15 Cancer Patients

The fight against cancer continues, and Community Electric Cooperative recently received uplifting news from a Hampton Roads support group about the impact of the cooperative family’s generosity on neighbors battling the disease.

COMMSERV, Community

Posted: December 15, 2025 at 10:08 a.m.

DID YOU KNOW: Community Support Allows Angel Tree Initiative to Comfort Dozens of CEC Families

Most recently, CEC’s Angel Tree Community Drive surpassed its $5,000 fundraising goal to help ease the financial burden on members experiencing difficult circumstances. The Angel Tree initiative raised $7,742, which was applied directly as bill credits to 28 families.

COMMSERV, Community

Posted: April 17, 2025 at 10:53 a.m.

Community Spotlight: Windhaven Farm

As part of our new series highlighting small business in and near our service territory, we’re pleased this month to feature Windhaven Farm in Windsor, Virginia. Windhaven Farm was founded more than 50 years ago by Pete and Marilyn Edwards; it now is run by their daughter Amy and her husband Kevin.

COMMSERV, Community, Education, Youth Program

Posted: April 8, 2025 at 8:08 a.m.

COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Community Electric, with the Emphasis on Community

April is Community Service Month. Accordingly, in this month’s edition of Community Spotlight in Co-op Living, Community Electric takes note of the causes and programs that CEC employees have supported to help make life better for others in and around the area we serve.

COMMSERV, Did you know

Posted: February 28, 2025 at 2:36 p.m.

DID YOU KNOW? The Many Ways CEC Supports Our Community

At Community Electric Cooperative (CEC), we’re more than just an energy provider—we’re a dedicated partner in the communities we serve. Through our Concern for Community initiative, we invest in local education, support small businesses, uplift families in need, and inspire future generations. From scholarship programs and charity drives to career exploration events and holiday celebrations, CEC is committed to making a lasting impact.

COMMSERV, Community

Posted: January 28, 2025 at 8:29 a.m.

Celebrating Women-Owned Businesses: Spotlight on The Rusted Root

In this month’s edition of Coop Living, Community Electric is launching a periodic feature on small businesses in our service territory. This month, as part of the observance of National Women’s History Month, we are featuring The Rusted Root, a woman-owned business in Windsor. Here’s an edited portion of our interview with owner Haley Powell.

COMMSERV, Community, Youth Program

Posted: January 21, 2025 at 2:23 p.m.

Community Electric Cooperative Announces 2024 Youth Scholarship Program Winners

Community Electric Cooperative is proud to announce the three recipients of our 2024 Youth Scholarship Program. After careful consideration, we are thrilled to award the scholarship to Will Partin from Stonebridge School in Suffolk, Jailyn Snipe from Lakeland High School in Suffolk, and Ava Joyner from Suffolk Christian School in Windsor. These outstanding students were selected for their commitment to our community, academic excellence, and enthusiasm for participating in our Youth Program.

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Posted: November 18, 2024 at 8:56 a.m.

CEC ‘Fills It Up’ with Charitable Drive for Meals on Wheels

Community Electric Cooperative’s partnership with Meals on Wheels of Suffolk and Isle of Wight collected nearly 13,000 items and $2,000 to support local seniors in need. Over four months, employees and community members donated essentials, boosting Meals on Wheels’ ability to provide meals and care. Executive Director Jennifer Homan expressed gratitude, while CEC’s Jessica Parr encouraged continued support. Meals on Wheels has delivered over 33,000 meals this year—visit www.mowsuffolkiow.com to donate or volunteer!