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September 19, 2026

PIQUA, Ohio — After 21 years of service, Wayne Mullenix is nearing the end of his final term on Pioneer Electric Cooperative’s Miami County Board. Mullenix has served the maximum seven consecutive three-year terms allowed, a distinction held by just six other county board members in Pioneer’s history. County board members are elected by Pioneer members and meet three times each year to nominate candidates for the board of trustees and county board positions. They also serve as a link between the cooperative and the members they represent, sharing member feedback and helping keep the nomination process member driven. Mullenix...

September 15, 2026

As a member of an electric cooperative, your voice matters — not only at your co-op, but at the ballot box. Through the Co-ops Vote program, electric cooperatives across the country encourage civic engagement and help members stay informed about the issues and policies that affect their communities. Federal, state and local elections provide an opportunity to elect leaders who understand the value of electric cooperatives and the importance of safe, reliable and affordable energy. By staying informed, confirming your voter registration and participating in elections, you help ensure the needs of rural communities are heard. The following graphic highlights...

August 27, 2026

Pioneer Electric Cooperative is aware that some members and landowners have recently received letters from Grid Growth Ventures regarding a proposed transmission infrastructure project in Ohio. Grid Growth Ventures is a joint venture between Transource Energy and FirstEnergy Transmission. According to the company, it was selected by PJM Interconnection, the regional organization that manages the electric grid across 13 states, including Ohio, to develop approximately 220 miles of new transmission infrastructure to support future energy needs and grid reliability. Is Pioneer Electric Involved? No. This is not a Pioneer Electric project. Pioneer Electric is not involved in the development, routing,...

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...

July 1, 2026

While Pioneer employees work every day to advocate on behalf of the cooperative—with support from partners like Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives and the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association — there are ways you can help, too. Protect your voice, your cooperative, and your electric service by staying informed and engaged. One of the best ways to help your cooperative thrive while maintaining safe, reliable, and affordable electric service is to support electric cooperatives politically. By communicating with elected officials about the issues co-ops face and supporting leaders who understand the value of electric cooperatives, you help protect the future of your...

July 1, 2026

Managing summer energy use together As summer temperatures rise, so does electricity use. Air conditioners and fans run longer and homes use more energy to stay comfortable. For electric cooperatives like Pioneer, summer brings both an opportunity and a responsibility: maintaining reliable service while managing periods of high demand. Reliable electricity is something members depend on every day. Homes, farms, businesses, and essential community services all rely on dependable power, especially during periods of extreme heat. During the summer months, electricity demand changes throughout the day. Usage typically increases in the mid- to late afternoon and early evening, as temperatures...