by Mariana Greene | July 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
Utility staff volunteered with community organizations through June as part of a broader national public power effort. Staff volunteered across the utility’s service area as part of NRLP’s Month of Giving. NRLP partnered with Hospitality House of Northwest...
by Mariana Greene | June 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Award winner Mariana Greene, NRLP public communication specialist, center, pictured with John Harlow, left, CEO and general manager of Snohomish County PUD in Washington and chair-elect of the APPA’s Board of Directors and Nick Lawler, right, general manager of...
by Mariana Greene | June 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power has named the 2025 recipients of two scholarship programs that support local students pursuing higher education and careers in the energy industry.
by Mariana Greene | May 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
New River Light and Power has been recognized by the American Public Power Association for exceptionally reliable electric service to the community in 2024.
by Matt Belt | April 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
On two days in April, Appalachian State University’s New River Light and Power is joining others across the state and nation to celebrate lineworkers and the important work they do to provide power to the community. North Carolina Lineworker Appreciation Day is April...
by Matt Belt | March 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
This St. Patrick’s Day, remember, it’s not luck! Whether you want to save on energy costs, prepare for storms and outages or make your property a little greener, it takes work. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. We asked NRLP team members to share their favorite...
by Matt Belt | February 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
App State’s New River Light has partnered with Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute to establish the NRLP Lineworker Scholarship, which supports graduating seniors from Watauga High School and Watauga Innovation Academy who take part in the college’s...
by Matt Belt | February 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
New River Light and Power (NRLP) lineworkers and staff are ready to respond should the effects of the predicted winter storm cause power outages. We urge customers to prepare for incoming weather and possible outages. Please read on for preparedness advice. To stay...
by Matt Belt | January 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
New River Light and Power (NRLP) lineworkers and staff are ready to respond should the effects of the predicted winter storm cause power outages. We urge customers to prepare for incoming weather and possible outages. Please read on for preparedness advice. To stay...
by Matt Belt | December 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
The NRLP team is committed to keeping spirits bright this holiday season. Our staff and crews wish you a happy holiday season and a bright new year! Whether you’re staying local or heading out of town, we’ve got you covered. Outages can be a major...
