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New River Light & Power Appalachian State University’s nonprofit electric utility — serving the town of Boone since 1915.

🍂 From summer-like temperatures to freezing nights. It's fall in the High Country!With much colder weather on the way th...
10/16/2026

🍂 From summer-like temperatures to freezing nights. It's fall in the High Country!

With much colder weather on the way this weekend, now is a great time to take a few simple steps to keep your home comfortable and your energy use in check.

🌡️ Check your thermostat settings as you switch to heating — remember, the bigger the temperature difference is between inside and outside your home, the longer and harder your heating system has to work to keep you comfortable.

🏠 Seal drafts around windows and doors to keep warm air inside. Use caulk, weatherstripping, even rolled-up towels against a drafty exterior door!

🌬️ Check your HVAC filter and replace it if needed. Dirty filters are inefficient.

☀️ Open curtains during sunny days and close them at night to help retain heat.

🛠 Use all the energy tools available through the NRLP Resource Center, from IntelaHome® Energy Dashboard to the built-in energy tracker on the NRLP Connect mobile app and usage notifications — they are all great resources!

Speaking of getting winter-ready, we enjoyed joining the Town of Boone, North Carolina and App State Renewable Energy Initiative-REI for Wednesday's Weatherization Workshop! We loved connecting with community members and sharing energy-saving tools and resources.

A little preparation now can make a difference when colder weather arrives!

🍂 : Get Winter Ready!Cold weather will be here before we know it! Now is a great time to prepare your home for the cold...
10/13/2026

🍂 : Get Winter Ready!

Cold weather will be here before we know it! Now is a great time to prepare your home for the colder months ahead.

🏠 Check windows and doors for drafts
🌡️ Check your heating system and replace dirty filters
💡 Seal air leaks to help keep warm air inside
🔦 Restock your winter emergency supplies

Want more tips? Come see us tomorrow!

NRLP will be joining the Town of Boone and App State Renewable Energy Initiative at their Winterization Workshop!

📅 Wednesday, Oct. 14, 4–8 p.m.
📍 Agricultural Center, 252 Poplar Grove Rd.

It's a come-and-go event, so stop by anytime to learn more about preparing your home for winter, saving energy and staying comfortable when temperatures drop.

⚡That's a wrap on Public Power Week 2026!We had a great time celebrating the people, service and community behind public...
10/12/2026

⚡That's a wrap on Public Power Week 2026!

We had a great time celebrating the people, service and community behind public power!

💛One of the week's highlights was recognizing NRLP's five Public Power Awards of Excellence! Thanks to Gregg Welch of ElectriCities of NC for joining us in Boone to present the award!

💛A big thank you to our friends at Hardin Park School and Watauga County Schools for another highlight of the week — the Public Power Week Coloring & Activity Contest! We shared a fun afternoon with nine lucky winners during Lunch with NRLP Lineworkers.

Of course, the week also reminded us that the work of public power doesn't stop when the celebrations do. This weekend's weather was a good reminder that our team is always ready to respond.

Public Power Week may be over, but our team's commitment to keeping our community powered up continues!

⛈️Weather aware weekend ahead!As the High Country prepares for heavy rainfall and gusty winds this weekend, the NRLP tea...
10/09/2026

⛈️Weather aware weekend ahead!

As the High Country prepares for heavy rainfall and gusty winds this weekend, the NRLP team is monitoring conditions and preparing to respond if outages occur.

We encourage you to take a few simple steps now to be prepared and stay ready:
⚡Know how to report outages by calling 828-264-3671
⚡Find outage info and updates on our website
⚡Charge phones and electronics before the weather rolls in
⚡Keep flashlights and essentials handy
⚡Stay away from downed power lines

🔗Read more at nrlp.appstate.edu/news/2026/10/nrlp-prepares-for-weekend-weather-impacts

10/09/2026

We had so much fun celebrating Public Power Week with our friends at Hardin Park! Hundreds of young artists submitted coloring sheets and drawings — and our team loved all of them 💛

One student from each grade was selected for a fun surprise: lunch with NRLP lineworkers! We can’t wait to share photos of the amazing afternoon.

As Public Power Week comes to a close, we are reminded of what makes public power so special — the people and community we serve.

Thank you, Hardin Park and everyone who celebrated this week with us!

Stay tuned for photos (and smiles!) from today’s special lunch💛

What makes public power special? The people. 💛We asked our customer service team what they love most about working in pu...
10/08/2026

What makes public power special? The people. 💛

We asked our customer service team what they love most about working in public power. Here's what some of them shared:

⚡ Emma, our newest team member, loves that there's always something new to learn. Every day brings a new opportunity to grow!

⚡ Tanya, who's been with NRLP for three years, summed it up beautifully and simply: the people.

And we couldn't agree more!

As we celebrate Public Power Week and Customer Service Appreciation Week, we're reminded that service is about more than keeping the lights on. It's about the people behind the power and the community we serve.

To our team and our community, thank you for being the heart of public power! 💛

📸 Take a look at our people in action! We're sharing some favorite moments from this week's events, our employee arts and crafts supply drive benefiting children at the Hospitality House, and community events throughout the year.

⚡Public Power Week Proclamation!We're excited to share that the Town of Boone has officially proclaimed October 4–10 as ...
10/06/2026

⚡Public Power Week Proclamation!

We're excited to share that the Town of Boone has officially proclaimed October 4–10 as Public Power Week, joining communities across the country in recognizing public power's contribution to our daily lives.

We're looking back at some of the proclamations and recognitions we've been honored to receive over the years.

The faces may change, but what we're celebrating remains the same: the people, service and community 💛

Thank you to Mayor Dalton George and the Town of Boone for continuing to recognize Public Power Week. It's a privilege to keep the High Country powered up!

⚡It's Public Power Week! We're celebrating the people, service and community behind your power, and we'd love for you to...
10/05/2026

⚡It's Public Power Week!

We're celebrating the people, service and community behind your power, and we'd love for you to celebrate with us!

Stop by NRLP this week to:
🎁Pick up some goodies from the Public Power Week table
🎨Check out our lobby filled with artwork from Hardin Park students
😄Grab your own coloring sheet and join the fun!

For more than 110 years, we've proudly served the High Country, and Public Power Week is a chance to celebrate what makes public power special: the people we serve and the people who serve them.

We 💛 our Public Power community!

⚡Public Power Week starts Sunday!October 4–10, we're joining public power utilities across the country to celebrate the ...
10/02/2026

⚡Public Power Week starts Sunday!

October 4–10, we're joining public power utilities across the country to celebrate the people, service and community behind the power.

Join us as we spend the week celebrating our team, connecting with our community, showcasing some VERY creative local student art, and recognizing what it means to be a public power community.

Celebrate with us:
🎁Stop by NRLP October 5–9 to grab treats, swag & more
🎨Check out artwork showcased in our lobby created by Hardin Park students
🏠Visit us at the Off Campus Housing Fair at App State's Student Union
💛Follow along right here as we take you behind the scenes and more

Find details, download coloring activities and learn more about Public Power Week by visiting nrlp.appstate.edu/public-power-week 🔗

📣New month, new filter reminder!👻Spooky season is almost here, but your HVAC filter shouldn't be scary! 🎃With October ri...
09/29/2026

📣New month, new filter reminder!

👻Spooky season is almost here, but your HVAC filter shouldn't be scary! 🎃

With October right around the corner, it's time for our monthly reminder to change dirty filters!

A clean filter helps your system run efficiently, improves airflow and can help keep energy use in check — especially when High Country weather has your HVAC doing a little bit of everything!

Visit the NRLP Resource Center for more smart energy tips!

Address

146 Faculty Street Ext
Boone, NC
28607

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18282643671

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