Recent Posts
Wednesday | May 10, 2023
CHELCO hosts Annual Meeting, updates and scholarships announced
Nearly 400 members and guests attended the meeting, where they had the opportunity to speak to department representatives and partake in live demonstr...
Friday | April 28, 2023
National Safe Digging Month
April is recognized by Congress and most Governors across the U.S. as National Safe Digging Month (NSDM). No matter how small your next home digging p...
Thursday | April 20, 2023
Tree Trimming Improves Service for All
At CHELCO, we strive to balance maintaining beautiful surroundings and ensuring a reliable power supply by keeping power lines clear in rights of way ...
Monday | April 10, 2023
CEO Insights: Appreciating the commitment of our lineworkers
CHELCO celebrates Lineworker Appreciation Day on the second Monday in April. While their service to the co-op and our members is valued throughout the...
Tuesday | April 11, 2023
Efficiency Upgrades to Help You Save This Summer
Spring and summer are opportune times for home upgrades and DIY projects. If you’re planning to make improvements to your home, consider upgrades that...
Friday | March 10, 2023
CHELCO CEO Steve Rhodes Honored as 2023 Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Distinguished Service Award Recipient
Steve Rhodes, CEO of Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative (CHELCO) headquartered in DeFuniak Springs, Florida, has been named the 2023 Touchstone Energ...
Tuesday | March 7, 2023
Electric Vehicle FAQs
You’ve likely heard or read that most automakers are transitioning many or all their new vehicles to electric-only models over the next 10 years. Rega...
Monday | February 27, 2023
CHELCO donates over $78,000 to charitable organizations through Operation Round Up in 2022
Choctawhatchee Electric Cooperative, Inc., (CHELCO) does more than provide power to its members; thanks to its Operation Round Up program the electric...
Wednesday | February 8, 2023
Beat the Peak
If you look around your home, you likely have more devices and equipment that require electricity than ever before. Our connected lives are increasing...
Monday | January 23, 2023
CHELCO Scholarship Applications Now Available
CHELCO will again award six $1,000 scholarships to local students to help with college tuition in 2023.
Wednesday | January 18, 2023