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Unsure whether your company is in compliance with state and federal I-9 mandates? Then join us at 10 a.m. ET/ 9 a.m. CT on Tuesday, May 16 when Miller & Martin's Chris Crevasse helps you get up to speed on everything you need to know about I-9 compliance,...

The American Public Power Association (APPA) recognized nine TVPPA members with Safety Awards of Excellence for their safe operating practices during 2022 at the annual APPA Engineering & Operations Conference in in Pasadena, Calif., late last month. Entrants were...

The American Public Power Association (APPA) awarded 12 TVPPA members their esteemed Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3) designation during their Engineering & Operations Conference in Pasadena, Calif., late last month. APPA's RP3 Program designation recognizes...

Since many TVPPA members were unable to attend the March presentation of EPRI's Physical Security for Substations webinar, TVPPA has arranged for a second broadcast of the webinar for our members on Tuesday, May 2 at 10 a.m. ET/ 9 a.m. CT.  In this webinar, you'll...

Following the implementation of Emergency Load Curtailment Program protocols during last December's Winter Storm Elliott, it became clear that many TVPPA members faced communications challenges that impacted public perception nearly as much as the event itself. In our...

Register now for TVPPA's next Hot Topics Webinar on Tuesday, April 25 at 10 a.m. ET/p a.m. CT. Miller & Martin's Stacie Caraway will share tips to help you draft or update your company's social media policy. Some of the topics she will cover include: Differences...

Mark your calendars and register your team to compete in the 2023 Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo, hosted by CDE Lightband, June 2-3, in Clarksville, Tenn.  First launched in 1998 to highlight the skills of linemen and cultivate pride in the trade, the Tennessee Valley...

March marks Women's History Month, an important time to celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of trailblazing women around the world. Across the Tennessee Valley, women are taking the lead at local power companies (LPCs) to serve their communities and foster...

TVPPA's six-course Utility Security Professional (USP) certificate program can give you the professional knowledge and expertise to identify security threats and implement response plans to mitigate the likelihood of crimes against utility properties. Earning your USP...

Don't miss the next installment of TVPPA's Hot Topics webinar series "Understanding What an E Source Membership Offers and How to Maximize the Benefits" on March 21, 10 a.m. ET/9 a.m. CT. Join TVPPA as we host Aleana Reeves, Vice President of Sales at E Source and...

TVPPA is now accepting nominations for the Richard C. Crawford Distinguished Service Award (DSA). This is one of the most prestigious honors that the Tennessee Valley’s public power community can bestow upon a truly exceptional TVPPA member-system general manager or...

The United States Department of Energy (DOE) through its Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) has announced a new grant program. The Energy Improvements in Rural or Remote Areas (ERA) program will provide financial investment, technical assistance, and other...

EPRI has been working to improve the electric grid’s reliability, resilience, and security for more than two decades, undertaking dozens of projects to understand and mitigate various threats. Don't miss your opportunity to gain their insight and expert knowledge on...

The 2023 TVPPA Membership Directory will begin arriving in mailboxes at the end March, with each of our LPC Members receiving two complimentary copies while our associate and affiliate members receive one copy. This handy tool provides staff listings and company...

Are you new to the public power industry or looking to gain foundational knowledge on how a utility operates? If so, join TVPPA's Valley Utility Workshop on February 23 at Fayetteville Public Utilities in Fayetteville, Tenn. This single-day educational and networking...

Building a supportive and inclusive workplace has never been more critical. As retirements continue to impact local power companies and applicants have become more selective about where they work, businesses hoping to thrive now have to compete for the best talent....

February marks Black History Month and to celebrate, each week of the month TVPPA will highlight a Black historical figure who has positively impacted the power industry through innovative thinking and a passion for brightening our world – many of whom have ties to...

Former TVPPA Board Chairman Joe Satterfield passed away on Sunday, January 29 at his home in Blairsville, Ga. Satterfield, who worked as General Manager of Blue Ridge Mountain EMC for 24 years, served as Chairman of TVPPA’s Board of Directors from 2008 to 2009, just...

In 2022, TVPPA introduced our Fleet Vehicle Purchasing Opportunity in response to supply chain challenges that limited vehicle availability. To help our members alleviate these concerns and facilitate access to new fleet vehicles, TVPPA negotiated a partnership with...

Are you ready to take the next step in advancing your career as a public power executive or utility accountant? If so, now's the time to register and confirm your spot for the initial courses in TVPPA's Certified Power Executive or Certified Utility Accountant...

TVPPA Education & Training's Electrical Metering Lab will return in February at CDE Lightband in Clarksville, Tenn., running from February 20-24. Students enrolled in TVPPA’s Electric Substation Metering correspondence program can gain valuable experience directly...

Join us at 10 a.m. ET on Tuesday, January 10 when Meguire Whitney Managing Principal Elizabeth Whitney shares key details of the Inflation Reduction Act with TVPPA members during The Inflation Reduction Act and Federal Funding Opportunities, our first Hot Topics...

TVPPA's Education & Training team has been hard at work and is ready to support you and your team with expanded opportunities to learn and develop your professional skills in the new year. Beginning in January, we are bringing our Foreman Academy to the Middle...

From new pay transparency laws to a rise in workplace bullying lawsuits to an even tighter labor market, 2023 already looms as a challenging year for HR professionals in the electric utility industry. Join us on Tuesday, December 6 at 10 a.m. ET for the next...

Reserve your spot for TVPPA's next Hot Topics webinar, Principles of Effective Crisis Communication, being held November 29 at 10 a.m. ET.  This webinar will explore the foundations of an effective crisis response, including how to communicate in a way that meets the...