DJ Hampton, president and CEO of Trident United Way, returns to the studio to update us on the new ways the organization is implementing measurable community transformation in education, financial stability, and health across the Lowcountry.

It's a new year and a new approach to vegetation management for the co-op. Adam Bradshaw, Dir. Of Line Constr. ＆ Maint. Services, highlights the importance of maintaining rights-of-way around electrical equipment boxes to ensure reliable service for the co-op's rapidly growing service territory.

BEC's energy gurus Eddie Plowden and Tim Swicord explore how meter technology has changed in the past 85 years and how those strides allow the co-op to provide more rate options and services.

Energy Specialist Josh Laughter shares efficiency tips to help prevent winter energy bills from freezing your finances.

Kevin Sheilley, president and CEO of Charleston Metro Chamber, stops by to introduce himself and share what's ahead for small businesses and entrepreneurs in 2026.

· It's red kettle, bell-ringing season! Capt. April Davis, corps officer for the Salvation Army in Charleston, tells us how you can help during the holiday season — and all year.

· It's red kettle, bell-ringing season! Capt. April Davis, corps officer for the Salvation Army in Charleston, tells us how you can help during the holiday season — and all year.

· Plans are underway for Berkeley Electric's 2025 Annual Meeting of Members. VPs Amy Langdon and Bryan Reece tell us what members can expect this year — and what awesome prizes will be given away.

Olivia Whitehurst, founder and president of Friends of Berkeley Animal Center, stops by to share how they're partnering with BEC to offer a low-cost animal wellness clinic.

Putting money back in our members' pockets when we retire capital credits is one of the biggest differences of being served by an electric cooperative. Joel Stevens, BEC's vice president of finance, shares when and how much this year's retirement will be.