Powering the Good

What actually makes a cooperative different from other utilities? It all comes down to you. In this episode of Powering the Good, we sit down with Jamie Moss, Farmers RECC Director representing District III, to give you a look at our upcoming Annual Meeting and the vital role our members play in shaping the future of our co-op. Whether you've been a member for decades or you just recently got serv...

Serving our members goes beyond providing reliable energy. It's about showing up for our community. Join us as we chat with Sha Phillips with Kentucky's Touchstone Energy Cooperatives about our hands-on work with the Ronald McDonald House. We dive into our seasonal volunteer traditions, from spring cleaning and holiday decorating, and sharing the heart behind why we've committed to supporting this...

In this episode, we're joined by Nicole Randall, a local community leader, author, and marketing professional at SCRTC. Nicole has a wealth of experience in bringing people together, and today she's sharing why getting involved is the so important for your community, career, and personal growth.  We also dive into the details of our upcoming joint event, Coffee with the Co-ops - a morning dedicate...

To celebrate Valentine's Day, we're highlighting the very heart of our co-op: our employees! In this special episode, we talk to several of our team members to hear their "meet-cute" stories with Farmers RECC. Whether you're an industry veteran or just curious about the people behind the power, tune in for a heartwarming look at the people and things that keep us coming in. It's more than a job -...

In this episode, Caralyne talks with Chad Thompson, a service technician at Farmers RECC and volunteer firefighter. Chad shares the surprising similarities between linework and firefighting and opens up about how he juggles these two critical roles while managing life on the farm. From storm response to fire calls, Chad is a testament to our Cooperative principle "Commitment to Community" and embo...

This month, we caught up with former Washington Youth Tour delegate, Emma Sanders, to discuss the opportunities and connections she gained through the program.  Emma offers an inside look at her experience, from her time at the Frankfort Youth Tour learning about state government, to her week-long trip in Washington D.C., and updates us on how those experiences are informing her studies at Lindsey...

In this Veteran's Day episode, we sit down with Mr. Rodney Bell, a 2025 Honor Flight Kentucky veteran, to discuss his day visiting Washington D.C.'s monuments and memorials. From the Tomb of the Unknown Solider to the Honor Flight Welcome Home Ceremony, Mr. Bell shares his experience and why every veteran should consider applying. If you've ever wondered what Honor Flight is all about, this episod...

What is a co-op anyway?  In our pilot episode of Powering the Good, President & CEO, Toby Moss explains the history and heart of Farmers RECC. He answers: What makes a cooperative different from other electric companies? Why do we serve our communities? And finally, why are we launching a podcast? This episode lays the foundation for future episodes and highlights our commitment to our communi...