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July 29, 2026

Brewed Brothers Coffee builds a following, one weekend event at a time On most weekends, Owen and Kaden McGuffey can be found inside a small brown coffee trailer somewhere in west-central Ohio. The brothers, whose parents are members of Pioneer Electric Cooperative, operate Brewed Brothers Coffee, a mobile coffee business that has quickly become a familiar presence at fairs, football games, festivals and community events across the region. More than a year after launching their trailer, the business has grown into a steady weekend operation, serving espresso drinks, cold brews and lattes to customers. “We are in our second year...

July 29, 2026

Pioneer’s newest board trustee balances business ownership, family life and cooperative leadership. Most people would hesitate before adding approximately 20 additional hours of meetings, training and conferences to an already busy schedule each month. However, Trevor Lavy saw it as an opportunity to serve his cooperative community. In March, Lavy was elected to Pioneer Electric Cooperative’s Board of Trustees, joining a group of member-elected leaders responsible for helping guide the cooperative’s future. For Lavy, the role is a way to serve an industry and a community that has been part of his life for many years. “Between my background in...

May 29, 2026

Pioneer Electric Cooperative is a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative. That means every decision we make is guided by what’s best for our members and the communities we serve. Being a member of Pioneer Electric means more than simply paying an electric bill. The value of your membership can be highlighted in several ways. We provide safe, reliable electricity at cost. Because Pioneer is a not-for-profit cooperative, any margins are returned to the members we serve rather than distributed to outside investors. Our power supplier, Buckeye Power, operates under the same principles. In 2025, Buckeye Power’s decision to own its own generation...

April 6, 2026

Each year, Lineworker Appreciation Month gives us the opportunity to recognize the individuals who perform an essential — and often unseen — role in keeping our communities powered. At Pioneer Electric Cooperative, our lineworkers are on the front lines of delivering safe and reliable electricity to the homes, farms, schools, and businesses we serve. While most people simply flip a switch and expect the lights to come on, our lineworkers know the complex system and hard work that makes that possible. They build and maintain the infrastructure that powers daily life across our service territory, often working in challenging environments...

April 5, 2026

Fifteen area high school seniors have been selected to receive the Pioneer Electric Cooperative 2026 Children of Members Scholarship. The program recognizes outstanding students whose families are members of the cooperative and supports their pursuit of higher education. Each selected student will receive a $500 scholarship to help offset the cost of continuing their education after high school. The scholarships are awarded annually as part of Pioneer Electric Cooperative’s ongoing commitment to supporting education and investing in the future of the communities it serves. This year, Pioneer received 79 applications, representing 30 different schools. The strong response highlights the high...

February 2, 2026

Four high school seniors from the area have been selected to receive Pioneer Electric Cooperative’s 2025-2026 Technical/Trade Scholarships. Each recipient, the child of a Pioneer member, will be awarded a $750 scholarship to support continuing education in trade and technical fields from a community college or trade school. Scholarship winners include:   These scholarships demonstrate Pioneer’s ongoing commitment to investing in the future of skilled professionals and supporting the next generation as they pursue technical and vocational careers. We’re proud to support students as they plan their futures and hope that, in time, their talents and training may benefit our...