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ZIP 77973 · Mcfaddin, TX
- CountyVictoria County
- ElectricAEP TEXAS CENTRAL COMPANY
- ElectricGUADALUPE VALLEY ELEC COOP INC
- ElectricVICTORIA ELECTRIC COOP, INC
- GasCENTERPOINT ENERGY - ENTEX
- GasWOODSBORO NATURAL GAS
- School districtRefugio Independent School District
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Agenda: September Board Meeting (2026-09-24)
September 24, 2026 at 5:30 PM - September Board Meeting Meeting Type: Regular The notice for this meeting was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act on Monday, September 14, 2026, at 4:30 PM.
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The Art of Thinking Small
They’ll fool you. At first glance, you’d swear they’re the real thing. The maple grain. The glossy finish. The tiny tuning pegs. Even the unmistakable body shapes of some of the world’s most iconic guitars. It’s only when you notice one resting comfortably in the palm of a hand that you realize you’re looking at a... View Article
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GVEC Standard & Poor’s Financial Rating Increased
GVEC is pleased to report recognition of the Cooperative’s financial strength following a credit rating upgrade from S&P Global Ratings. S&P Global Ratings (S&P) raised GVEC’s issuer credit rating and underlying rating on its existing revenue bonds from A to A+, while affirming its A-1 short-term rating on the Cooperative’s commercial paper notes. The outlook... View Article
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September Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: DATA CENTERS, PLANNING BEFORE BEFORE POWERING UP
Data centers driving artificial intelligence, crypto mining, data storage, and processing continue to generate significant discussion across Texas and the nation. I briefly touched on this topic earlier this year, and a member’s question at our Annual Meeting served as an important reminder to keep it front of mind and continue communicating with our membership... View Article
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Agenda: August Board Meeting (2026-08-27)
August 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM - August Board Meeting Meeting Type: Regular The notice for this meeting was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act on August 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM
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Bi-Annual Load Shed Notice 2026
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is an independent, nonprofit system administrator that manages electricity flow across the Texas electric grid. ERCOT oversees about 90% of statewide electric load, accounting for more than 27 million consumers. ERCOT, which does not generate or sell electricity, is overseen by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC)... View Article
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August Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: ANNUAL MEETING RECAPS PROGRESS BUILT THROUGH STRATEGIC PLANNING
Each year, GVEC’s Annual Meeting offers an opportunity to reflect on progress, share updates, and conduct important Cooperative business. This year’s meeting also highlighted accomplishments from the past five years and the role GVEC’s strategic plan has played in guiding that progress. The plan has kept us focused on the long-term needs of the people... View Article
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Play it Safe This Summer
With a few simple reminders and extra awareness, you can help keep outdoor play this summer as it should be—safe, sunny, and fun. Start With What Kids Can See Children are naturally curious and may not recognize electrical hazards the way adults do. You can help by pointing out power lines, pad-mounted transformers, substations, and... View Article
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Where Service Finds Rest
Power Up™ grants help preserve a Seguin retreat rooted in nature, history, healing, and remembrance. On land that has been part of Nancy Russell’s family for 55 years, this six-generation Texan, along with her Navy veteran husband Craig Russell, has grown Lazy U Ranch into a place where the great outdoors and a heart for... View Article
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The Crystal Theatre Receives the GVEC 2026 Organization Public Service Award
The Gonzales Crystal Theater first opened its doors in 1913 with vaudeville shows and silent films, later showcasing its first “talkie”—The Singing Fool—in 1929. Over the decades, the historic venue evolved alongside the community—serving at various times as a movie theater, coffee house, and home to the Gonzales Little Theater before eventually closing its doors.... View Article
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Vicki Frenzel Receives the GVEC 2026 Individual Public Service Award
A lifelong educator, historian, and volunteer, Vicki Frenzel has spent decades helping preserve the stories, places, and traditions that make Gonzales unique. Born in San Marcos, Vicki grew up in Gonzales and graduated from Gonzales High School before attending Texas A&I University. After marrying her husband, Paul, the couple moved to Oklahoma, where Vicki taught... View Article