Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative apprentices dominated their division at the Texas Lineman's Rodeo on July 18, earning the top four overall places among 140 competitors. This marks the third consecutive year Bluebonnet apprentices placed among the competition’s top five.
Apprentices Kevin Christ, Carter Brymer, Lane Magnuson and Tucker Saegert claimed first through fourth places, respectively, in both the overall apprentice competition and the written exam.
For Christ, the results reflected the dedication and preparation the team put into the competition.
Across the Bluebonnet area, scholarship recipients lead teams, serve communities and pursue ambitious goals
By Connie Juarez and Kirsten Tyler
Across Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative’s service area, the co-op’s 213 scholarship recipients this year are proof that achievement is about more than grades alone. These recent graduates supported teammates, led student organizations and gave back to their communities, all while preparing for their futures.
Hot enough for you? Splash into some summer relief at these Bluebonnet-area rivers, lakes, pools and splash pads.
Story by Connie Juarez and Mindy Merten
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative members know what July means: The days are long. The heat is serious. And sooner or later you’re going to need to find some cool, refreshing water. Preferably sooner.
We’re celebrating Bluebonnet's 87th birthday! Enter Bluebonnet's birthday coloring contest for a chance to win a back-to-school bundle packed with supplies and surprises by Aug. 28.
HERE’S HOW
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Download and print the coloring page here
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Color the sheet and let your imagination shine
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Send it to us using one of the four ways:
Mostly harmless and widely misunderstood, snakes quietly patrol the Bluebonnet region doing important work as both predator and prey. Here are seven species you’re most likely to encounter — and what to know about them.
By Andrew Logan
Last summer, Mike Beech, a Central Texas wildlife control specialist, was called to a home in Bastrop after a family spotted an unfamiliar serpent in their backyard. By the time he arrived, nerves were frayed and the family’s young children were waiting in the house.
Current members will see a credit on their May electric bill
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative will return $11.9 million in capital credits in 2026, an increase of $778,000 over last year. Bluebonnet’s members will see a reduction on their May electric bill as a result of the capital credits approved by the Board of Directors during its April meeting.
Bluebonnet-area students earn spots on the Government-in-Action Youth Tour, a weeklong leadership trip to the nation’s capital
By Connie Juarez
This summer, two Bluebonnet-area students will get a front-row seat to where history is made: Washington, D.C.
Emma Meachen and Emory Burton have been chosen to represent Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative for the Government-in-Action Youth Tour, a weeklong leadership program that introduces students to the inner workings of American government.
Rural libraries quietly anchor lively community connections. Inside them, the next chapter of small-town life is being written.
By Addie Broyles l Photos by Sarah Beal
A century ago, life in our rural communities was simpler. Family, church, school and community formed the foundation for small towns across the Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative region.
In the heart of those towns were libraries — quiet places where generations gathered to read, learn and enjoy the quiet company of a good book.
SCAM ALERT! Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative members have reported a recent increase in attempted phone scams.
These fraudulent activities include scammers posing as Bluebonnet employees demanding access to members’ property to inspect electric meters or review spikes in electricity use.
In recent reports, callers using a 210-area code claimed they needed to audit meters or check usage due to a spike in electricity use in the area. Members reported the callers were attempting to schedule visits to and insisting on access to their property.
Electric cooperatives across the country will celebrate National Lineworker Appreciation Day on Monday, April 13.
Join us in honoring the dedication of Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative’s lineworkers, who restore power and maintain electrical equipment to provide safe, reliable electricity to our communities.
Visit Bluebonnet’s social media pages that day to see a video recognizing their skill, commitment and teamwork in action.