The Huachuca Art Association - Bringing Color to Cochise County
The Huachuca Art Association is creating more than just art, they are cultivating community, friendships, education, skills, and memories in their quaint gallery situated in the middle of Sierra Vista. Inside, you will be welcomed by warm, gracious smiles and limitless colorful pieces, each crafted by local artists.
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CEO Column: Jason's Journal
Ready before THE STORM
Arizona summers mean air conditioners are running, afternoon temps are high, and the first signs of monsoon season arrive.
For SSVEC, this is one of the most important times of the year. Members depend on electricity for cooling, water systems, medical equipment, businesses, schools, farms, ranches, and daily life.
Wildland firefighters restore hope
Grab the fire by the tail!
“It’s a smokin’ hot summer afternoon,” says Rich Jones. “Not a cloud
in the sky — just smoke. We’ve been at it since 6 a.m., 60-pound
packs on our backs, chainsaws in hand, building a fire line one grueling
step at a time. Sixteen-hour days. Haven’t seen my family in a
week. You don’t have to be crazy to do this job… but it might help.”
After 150 Years- Still an Empire Worth Celebrating
EMPIRE RANCH FOUNDATION
Celebrating 150 years of western heritage
Celebrating 150 years of western heritage
If you have ever driven through the grasslands of Sonoita, you have experienced the endless plains stretching along the major highways. Undoubtedly, a sight to behold – and preserve. Those highway views are just the tip of the iceberg compared to what lies deeper in the grass plains; a hidden gem of western heritage and history that lives on today through the Empire Ranch Foundation.
Celebrating 150 years of western heritage
Celebrating 150 years of western heritage
Celebrating 150 years of western heritage
Nestled perfectly in the high Sonoran Desert of the Las Cienegas National Conservation Area (LCNCA), the Empire Ranch is positioned south of Tucson, off Highway 83, open daily for guests to enjoy.
How Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative stays ahead
Last year the Arizona Legislature voted to require utilities complete detailed wildfire mitigation plans. SSVEC was already prepared.
Senior Vice President of Operations Nathan Hodges knows Arizona’s wildfire risk firsthand. I went to our CEO and said, ‘This is coming. Let’s get ahead of it.’” says Hodges.
Creative and Current Art Gallery
The Works of Local Artists
View the works of Sean Yeterian and other artists in the area here, at the Creative & Current Art Gallery. Ranging from photographic art, table media, standing art, and paintings, this digital art gallery showcases talents of all kinds.
Submit Your Entry Today!
Whether you are professional or consider yourself a hobbyist in your artistic ability, we encourage you to share your works with us! Email currents@ssvec.com to enter your work into the gallery!
Vote for your favorite, now!
Creative & Current: A Gallery for Local Artists
SSVECcurrents.com is thrilled to share a digital gallery space to display, promote, and encourage local artists of any age to showcase their creations. Featured art will have the opportunity to be voted on by viewers for an entry into the monthly People’s Choice Spotlight!
Currents Vision
At SSVEC Currents, our vision is to be a captivating and reliable source of community information and involvement to the members within SSVEC's service territories. We aim to create a collective of engaged and informed members who can rely on us to provide current information about upcoming events and other members in their area. We believe that our content has the power to educate, inspire, and entertain, and we are committed to delivering the best possible experience to our readers.
2026 Currents magazines
July - August
Click here: Jul-Aug-2026.pdf to view the full July - August magazine issue.
To explore previous Currents magazine editions, visit our past issues below