FEB. 10, 2021 | Issue 116
Co-op sweetens the deal for new EV owner
One co-op member-owner got more than she bargained for when she recently drove off the dealer's lot in her shiny, new electric vehicle. Thanks to Roanoke Electric Co-op, the purchase set her on the path to receive added bonuses, including $1,000 in cash! Now the co-op is looking for nine more EV owners to take advantage of this exclusive offer. Read more.
Community Spotlight: Dolly's Imagination Library makes local debut
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library has made its official debut in the region, offering the gift of free books that are delivered monthly to preschoolers. To learn more about how this initiative is seeking to get these youngsters excited about literacy, parents are encouraged to read more.
February forestry webinar turns spotlight on estate planning
The Sustainable Forestry & Land Retention Project will be hosting a webinar exploring one of the most challenging issues facing forest landowners: ownership rights. Landowners are strongly encouraged to attend this virtual event, Feb. 24-25. The webinar is free and open to the public. Read more.
Operation Roundup grants more than $8k to charitable causes
From new firehoses for a local fire department to new delivery equipment for a local food pantry, your charitable giving through Operation Roundup is making a positive difference in our community. To learn more about the great outcomes that come from rounding up your electric bill each month, read more.
Presidents Day Holiday
Monday, Feb. 15, is President's Day, originally established in 1885 to honor the birthday of the nation's first president, George Washington. Roanoke Electric Co-op's offices will be closed in observance of this federal holiday. Normal business operations will resume Feb. 16.
Valentine's Day: Show some love with Co-op Connections
Want to show some love to local merchants this Valentine's Day? Co-op Connections can help you find the perfect gift at a discount, by shopping at participating local retailers. To explore some options, visit roanokeelectric.com/connection.
Have you heard? Co-op annual meeting to go virtual
There are significant changes in store for this year's Annual Meeting and Member-Owner Celebration. For the first time in history, the co-op's largest annual membership gathering will be held virtually. For more updates, read more.
ROANOKE CONNECT ROLLOUT
In this dedicated space, the co-op will provide an update on the progress of the Roanoke Connect broadband initiative, bringing high-speed internet service to homes and business throughout the region. The buildout will cover more than 2,000 square miles and is anticipated to take five to six years complete.

WHERE WE ARE
  • Crews are currently wrapping up laying the groundwork in the Conway Great Grant area of Northampton County. Installations have begun and will continue until all subscribers are connected to internet service. This is a major phase in the rollout, with more than 200 member-owners eligible to subscribe to internet service in that area.

WHERE TO NEXT?
  • Next stop for planned installations will be in the Murfreesboro/Como area of Hertford County. Scheduling for installs in that area are set to begin in April 2021.

  • We appreciate everyone’s patience and would like to remind our interested residents that these dates are subject to change in the event of inclement weather.

HOW TO SIGN UP
  • We are asking anyone who is interested to click on the register button below. You can also call 1-800-433-2236 (option 4)
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