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Dove on Line
Knowledge
August 17, 2026 at 10:05 a.m.
Birds on a Wire: Don’t Shoot Power or Fiber Lines

For many hunters, September is an exciting month, as it means the start of their season with the opening of dove hunting.

811 header
Knowledge
April 7, 2026 at 8 a.m.
Examination Before Excavation

Spring and Summer. The time of flowers, showers, and those outdoor projects.

Knowledge
January 26, 2026 at 9:32 a.m.
Staying Productive When Working From Home in Winter Weather
Midland Zone. Released 1/12/2026
News
January 13, 2026 at 10 a.m.
Midland Zone Now Available!

Great news!  We have released a new zone in Arkansas covering Midland and Montreal.

September 8, 2025 at 12 a.m.
News
Static IP Price Increase

Effective October 1, 2025, the price for Static IP will increase from $4.95 to $10.00 per month.

July 30, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.
Knowledge
Back to Work After Summer: Tips to Reset, Refocus, and Reconnect

The Mindset Struggle – Why Getting Back to Work Feels So Hard. After a summer filled with sunshine, vacations, and a break from the usual grind, returning to work can feel like hitting a wall.

July 29, 2025 at 7:05 a.m.
Knowledge
From Poolside to Productive: A Simple Guide to Resetting Your Health After Summer

After a summer of burgers, ice cream, and lounging by the pool, getting back into a healthy routine can feel like a daunting task. You don’t need a complete overhaul to feel better and get back on track.

Fiber internet
Knowledge
May 10, 2025 at 2:01 p.m.
Fiber Internet Is Worth the Wait!

Discover the 7 Stages of Building a Fiber-to-the-home Network

Boy Frustrated Wi-Fi
Knowledge
May 10, 2025 at 1:29 p.m.
Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Interference

A wireless network is usually affected most by wireless interference.

Knowledge
May 10, 2025 at 12:51 p.m.
2.4 GHz vs 5 GHz: Taking The Hurt out of Hertz

2.4 GHz and 5 GHz signals primary differences are their speed and range.

Guest net Friends
Knowledge
July 18, 2024 at 1:41 p.m.
What’s a Guest Wi-Fi Network & Why Do You Need One?

As most of us are aware, home network security is extremely important.

Lady using phone
Knowledge
July 1, 2024 at 1:41 p.m.
Phishing: Don’t Get Hooked

Phishing is a type of social engineering attack where criminals attempt to trick people into revealing sensitive information..

Scranton
News
May 3, 2024 at 1:41 p.m.
Scranton Resident Named WAVE 25k Sign Up

Imagine working all day at your place of work, going home for the evening, and realizing that you need to finish up a project for the next day.

Couple using laptop
Blog
December 26, 2023 at 1:41 p.m.
Avoid Frozen Screens This Winter

As the holiday season approaches, it’s a time of joy and celebration, but it also comes with some challenges.

Connect with Wave Rural Connect during the Holidays
Blog
December 7, 2023 at 1:41 p.m.
Connect with Wave Rural Connect During the Holidays

The holiday season is a time to celebrate, reflect, and connect with family and friends.

Girl using internet on laptop
Blog
November 7, 2023 at 1:41 p.m.
Enhance Your Holiday Online Shopping With Fiber Internet

The holiday season is quickly approaching, and with it comes the time-honored tradition of shopping for the perfect gifts.

Give safety a shot when preparing for hunting
Knowledge
August 10, 2023 at 1:41 p.m.
Give Safety a Shot When Preparing for Hunting

Hunters have their sights on wild game when preparing for hunting season.

Hartford Zone
News
July 7, 2023 at 1:41 p.m.
Hartford Zone Opens Monday for Wave Rural Connect

Exciting News, Hartford members!

Electric Cooperative Shines Light on Power of Community
Blog
June 23, 2023 at 1:35 p.m.
Electric Cooperative Shines Light on Power of Community

80 years ago, Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative came together with a mission, formed from a shared vision and commitment to a better future for our rural service territory.

Charleston
News
June 2, 2023 at 1:35 p.m.
Charleston Family Becomes 20,000 WAVE subscriber

Over the past 5 years, Wave Rural Connect has closed the digital divide across the River Valley.

Booneville Logo Sky
News
April 28, 2023 at 1:35 p.m.
Booneville Zone Opens May 8th

Congratulations, Booneville residents! You have almost made it!

Fiber Networks
Knowledge
March 29, 2023 at 1:35 p.m.
How Fiber Networks Keep You Connected

We live in a truly connected world.

Dover Student-Athletes of the Week
Blog
March 4, 2023 at 1:35 p.m.
Dover Student-Athletes of the Week

This year, I have definitely become a lot better at my defense.

lady work on laptop in home
Knowledge
February 22, 2023 at 1:35 p.m.
5 Ways to Save Energy when Working from Home

Today, more Americans are working from home than ever before.

Fly Drones Safely
Knowledge
February 22, 2023 at 1:16 p.m.
Fly Drones Safely

Drones are unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) that are increasingly being used recreationally and professionally.

Van Buren Student-Athletes of the Week
Blog
February 17, 2023 at 1:10 p.m.
Van Buren Student-Athletes of the Week

Arkansas Valley Electric and Wave Rural Connect #StudentAthletesOfTheWeek are Van Buren Pointers, Camryn Schmidt, and Conner Myers.

Charleston Residents, Sign Up Today!
News
February 13, 2023 at 1:01 p.m.
Charleston Residents, Sign Up Today!

Big News… the Charleston Zone Is Open!

Lamar – Student Athlete of the Week
Blog
February 9, 2023 at 12:57 p.m.
Lamar – Student Athlete of the Week

Arkansas Valley Electric and Wave Rural Connect #StudentAthletesOfTheWeek are Lamar Warriors Morgan Cochran and Caleb Green.

Let’s Talk Fiber! Benefits of Fiber for Virtual Calls
Knowledge
February 2, 2023 at 4:33 a.m.
Let’s Talk Fiber! Benefits of Fiber for Virtual Calls

In recent years, more aspects of people’s professional lives have moved online due to the pandemic.

High-Speed Internet
Knowledge
January 30, 2023 at 4:28 a.m.
What Does Being a WAVE Rural Connect Subscriber Mean?

Have you ever been curious about what truly sets WAVE Rural Connect’s fiber internet apart from other so-called high-speed internet options?

Employee Spotlight- Stacy McCabe
Blog
January 23, 2023 at 4:26 a.m.
Employee Spotlight- Stacy McCabe

As a fiber project coordinator for AVECC, I work on the planning, design, and project management of all fiber projects.

Magazine Student-Athletes (Ethan Vasquez, Jailynn Sims)
Blog
January 19, 2023 at 4:20 a.m.
Magazine Student-Athletes of the Week

Arkansas Valley Electric and Wave Rural Connect Student-Athletes of the Week are Magazine Rattlers Jailynn Sims and Ethan Vasquez.

Student-Athletes Jayleigh Smith, Trent Johnston
Blog
January 13, 2023 at 4:15 a.m.
County Line Student-Athletes of the Week

Arkansas Valley Electric and Wave Rural Connect Student-Athletes of the Week are County Line Indians Jayleigh Smith and Trent Johnston.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day
News
January 10, 2023 at 4:46 a.m.
Wave Rural Connect Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Arkansas Valley Electric and Wave Rural Connect offices will be closed Monday, January 16, 2023 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Future Powered by Fiber
Knowledge
January 6, 2023 at 4:48 a.m.
A Future Powered by Fiber

Building a fiber network is a very intricate process that takes several years.

James Ratteree
Blog
January 6, 2023 at 4:41 a.m.
James Ratteree – Employee Spotlight

As the Marketing Coordinator for Wave Rural Connect, I hop around with several roles.

Yearly Maintenance Scheduled
News
December 27, 2022 at 4:58 a.m.
Yearly Maintenance Scheduled

On Sunday, January 1st, from midnight to approximately 8 p.m.

Contractors MDR Pole Yard
Knowledge
December 5, 2022 at 12:43 p.m.
Your Cooperative Is the Ideal Provider of High-Speed Internet

We are all impacted by cooperatives on a daily basis, and most of us have no idea how or even what a cooperative is!

Green gift box
News
December 1, 2022 at 4 a.m.
Gift a GIG – Our Gift to You

All Wave Rural Connect customers who currently have 100 Mbps service have been entered into a random draw to be upgraded to GIG service for no additional charge from December 1 to 31, 2022.

Yoga Stuff
Knowledge
November 30, 2022 at 3:53 a.m.
Connect & Destress with Fiber Internet

According to the World Health Organization, the pandemic caused a 25% increase in the worldwide prevalence of anxiety and depression.

Brandon Heckl – Employee Spotlight
Blog
November 18, 2022 at 3:52 a.m.
Brandon Heckl – Employee Spotlight

As a Technical Support Representative for Wave Rural Connect, I assist with service calls and new installs...

Online Holiday Shopping with Wave Rural Connect
Blog
November 18, 2022 at 3:49 a.m.
Online Holiday Shopping with Wave Rural Connect

Online shopping has increasingly become the norm for consumers all year long, but there is no better time for shoppers to skip the lines and simply click to purchase than during the holiday season.

Wave Rural Connect Social graph image
Blog
October 25, 2022 at 3:45 a.m.
2 Free Tickets to the Hogs vs. Ole Miss Game!

Hey, all you Razorback fans!

Piney Zone is Open!
News
October 24, 2022 at 3:31 a.m.
Piney Zone is Open!

Piney Residents, Today Is the Day!

It’s Just A Phase.
Knowledge
October 18, 2022 at 3:28 a.m.
It’s Just A Phase.

Many members have been asking us, “What is a Phase?” or “When will fiber internet service be available?”

Employee Spotlight – Devon Jones
Blog
October 5, 2022 at 3:08 a.m.
Employee Spotlight – Devon Jones

As a Technical Support Representative for WRC, I assist with new installs, service calls, and troubleshoot issues with members.

Fiber-Optics
Knowledge
September 22, 2022 at 3:14 a.m.
What Is Fiber-Optics?

Our competitors are providing Internet service over outdated copper wires or fiber that stops at the curb, Wave Rural Connect uses cutting-edge..

Employee Spotlight – Hayden Hall
Blog
September 12, 2022 at 3:02 a.m.
Employee Spotlight – Hayden Hall

As the Technical Support Representative, I troubleshoot issues with members to make sure they have the best experience possible with our service...

Our Installation Process
Knowledge
September 7, 2022 at 3:44 a.m.
Our Installation Process

When it comes to Internet services, you may be used to having your internet service installed a couple of weeks after your order.

Girl study in home
Knowledge
August 18, 2022 at 2:59 a.m.
Back to (Home) School Safety

Keep your children’s online learning safe with our tips for a secure school year.

Gerry Krudwig
Testimonial
July 27, 2022 at 2:58 a.m.
Wave Rural Connect Signs Up 15,000th Customer

Native Arkansan, Geraldine Krudwig, taught at various public schools and universities for 28 years.

Employee Spotlight- Paul Irvin
Blog
July 27, 2022 at 2:58 a.m.
Employee Spotlight- Paul Irvin

As the Technical Support Coordinator for Wave Rural Connect, I oversee scheduling, installs, and technical support for all aspects of the company.

Kinney Family Farms Testimonial
Testimonial
July 1, 2022 at 2:54 a.m.
Kinney Family Farms Testimonial

Sam Kinney of Kinney Family Farms in Ozark, knew that in order to have a successful business high-speed internet was a must.

Employee Spotlight- Tim Drain
Blog
June 16, 2022 at 2:51 a.m.
Employee Spotlight- Tim Drain

I’ve worked for Wave Rural Connect for three years as the Business Development Manager.

Entrepreneurial girl
Blog, Knowledge
June 6, 2022 at 2:46 a.m.
5 Ways to Save Energy When Working from Home

You’ve got WAVE Rural Connect’s high-speed internet, and you’re getting to work from the comforts of your home.

Announcing Diamond State Networks
News
May 26, 2022 at 2:46 a.m.
Announcing Diamond State Networks

WAVE Rural Connect is part of the 13 Arkansas Electric Cooperatives Come together to create new wholesale broadband provider.

WRC Celebrates Memorial Day
News
May 24, 2022 at 2:45 a.m.
WRC Celebrates Memorial Day

The Wave Rural Connect office will be closed Monday, May 30, 2022, in honor of Memorial Day.

The New, Next Greatest Thing
Blog
May 17, 2022 at 1:26 p.m.
The New, Next Greatest Thing

A man and his daughter are driving the backroads of a rural river valley town.

Kim Allen Employee Spotlight
Blog
May 17, 2022 at 2:41 a.m.
Kim Allen Employee Spotlight

I started my career at Arkansas Valley Electric in January of 2020 as a member service representative

Modem, Router
Knowledge
May 5, 2022 at 1:44 p.m.
Modem, Router… What’s the Difference?

Let’s face it. Not everyone is a tech wizard.

What Does Unlimited Data Really Mean?
Knowledge
April 28, 2022 at 1:18 p.m.
What Does Unlimited Data Really Mean?

Some internet providers place a limit on the amount of data that each user can consume in a given month.

Why Wave Rural Connect is Worth the Wait
Blog
April 21, 2022 at 1:06 p.m.
Why Wave Rural Connect Is Worth the Wait

We know you’re all excited to get Wave Rural Connect fiber internet to your homes!

Men work on laptop
Blog
March 28, 2022 at 1:01 p.m.
How Can Wave Rural Connect Affect Your Daily Life?

Choosing an internet service can be tough when every provider has different promises for different prices.

PJ’s Country Store
Blog
March 15, 2022 at 12:55 p.m.
One Stop Shop: PJ’s Country Store Gets Wave Rural Connect

About 4.5 miles west of the Arkansas state line, on highway 83, sits PJ’s Country Store.

Get Access to Smart Home Technology
Blog
March 10, 2022 at 12:44 p.m.
Get Access to Smart Home Technology with Wave Rural Connect

Have you ever forgotten to turn the lights out before leaving the house?

Wave Rural Connect Social graph image
News
February 25, 2022 at 12:40 p.m.
WAVE Fiber Internet Is Coming to Charleston!

WAVE Rural Connect, a subsidiary of Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative (AVECC), is proud to announce a partnership with the city of Charleston, AR,...

City of Charleston
News
February 16, 2022 at 12:31 p.m.
WAVE Partners with City of Charleston to Bring Broadband into City Limits

Ozark, Ark. – WAVE Rural Connect, a subsidiary of Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative Corporation (AVECC)

Cedarville
Blog
February 10, 2022 at 11:31 a.m.
Find the Right Package for You

At WAVE Rural Connect, we are always looking for new ways to put our customers first and serve you most effectively.

LeAnn Pate
Blog
February 7, 2022 at 11:19 a.m.
So Much More Than Before-Lee Ann Pate Testimonial

LeAnn Pate’s life changed drastically in the spring of 2020.

Cedarville
News
February 3, 2022 at 11:09 a.m.
Cedarville Zone Now Open

Congratulations, Cedarville area residents! You’ve made it!

Why We Serve Rural Communities
Blog
January 24, 2022 at 11:05 a.m.
Why We Serve Rural Communities

Our members have always been the center of our focus.

AVECC WRC Dual Stack
Knowledge
January 20, 2022 at 10:56 a.m.
Wave Rural Connect Hits Major Milestones: A Letter From AVECC’s CEO

As we move into a new year, we are still living through unique and extraordinary times.

Monkey
Blog
December 21, 2021 at 6:43 a.m.
Fiber Enhances Farming

Fiber internet is about more than just streaming your favorite TV shows.

Streaming Image
Blog, Knowledge
November 30, 2021 at 6:37 a.m.
Benefits of Streaming

Leave lagging and frozen screens in the past!

Troubleshooting WiFi Interference
Blog, Knowledge
October 15, 2021 at 6:32 a.m.
Speed Is Key

Wave Rural Connect is the choice for Symmetrical Speed Gigabit Fiber Internet!

Stone Wind Hills
Testimonial
May 19, 2021 at 6:21 a.m.
Wave Testimonial: Stone Wind Retreat

We interview Suzanne Parnell of Stone Wind Retreat.

fiber education header
Knowledge
March 25, 2021 at 5:44 a.m.
The Effects of Fiber Internet on Education

Fast Internet is as essential to your child’s education as that Trapper Keeper.

Cockrums
News
November 17, 2020 at 1:13 p.m.
Win a Free Deer Processing From Wave!

Join us at Rice's Custom Meats in Rudy or Georgia Ridge Farms in Ozark and enter to win a full deer processing.

Murry Spur Zones
News
November 9, 2020 at 1:23 p.m.
Murry Spur Zones: Open for Ordering!

All Members In Our Murry Spur Zone Can Sign Up For Service Today!

Wave Rural Connect Social graph image
Knowledge
October 2, 2020 at 1:07 p.m.
Sun Outages In October 2020

Each year, there is a phenomenon known as sun outages, Solar outages, or Solar satellite interference.

No Email Hero
Knowledge
April 30, 2020 at 11:17 a.m.
Why We Don’t Offer Email

Many people are accustomed to getting an email address with their Internet Service Provider (ISP).

Our Installation Process
Knowledge
April 7, 2020 at 3:39 a.m.
Our Installation Process

When it comes to Internet services, you may be used to having your internet service installed a couple of weeks after your order.

Streaming Dark Tv
Knowledge
March 25, 2020 at 12:08 p.m.
Fiber Internet Is Ideal for Cord-Cutters

“Cutting the cord” is certainly a popular notion right now.

Boy playing video game
Knowledge
March 19, 2020 at 11:50 a.m.
Fiber Internet Is a Must-Have for Gaming Online

Gamers need fast internet speeds with sustained throughput to excel at online gaming.

Laptop WIFI Dark
Knowledge
January 16, 2020 at 11:42 a.m.
What Is Managed Wireless?

Managed Wireless services are both a service and hardware.

Industrial Park and Oak Grove Zones
News
January 2, 2020 at 11:10 a.m.
Industrial Park & Oak Grove Zones Open for Ordering!

All Members In Industrial Park and Oak Grove Zones Can Sign Up For Service Today!

Roland Zones
News
December 5, 2019 at 11:05 a.m.
Roland Zones Open for Ordering!

If you live in Roland 1, 2, or 3, ordering is now available.

What factors affect connection speeds?
Knowledge
October 16, 2019 at 3:35 a.m.
What Factors Affect Connection Speeds?

Getting fast, reliable Internet in our home is essential in today’s world.

Figure 5 Area Map
News
September 12, 2019 at 3:28 a.m.
Ordering Now Open on Figure 5 Zones!

You can now order Wave Rural Connect Internet and phone services if your AVECC service is in our Figure Five 1, 2, and 3 feeders.

Kilgore and HWY-59
News
August 14, 2019 at 3:21 a.m.
Great Things Can Take Time.

We are currently installing services in the Kilgore and Highway 59 zones in the Van Buren area.

Highway 59 Feeders 3, 4 and 5 are live.
News
August 8, 2019 at 3:17 a.m.
Highway 59 Feeders 3, 4 & 5 Are Live.

Order Now.

Wave Rural Connect Social graph image
Knowledge
June 10, 2019 at 2:41 a.m.
The Future of Broadband

Broadband is defined as an internet service that is reliable, with actual download speeds of at least 25 megabits per second (Mbps) and upload speeds of at least 3 Mbps.

Wave Rural Connect Social graph image
News
May 15, 2019 at 2:36 a.m.
AVECC District Meeting: Van Buren – May 23, 2019

AVECC District Meeting

Fiber-Optics
Knowledge
May 1, 2019 at 2:26 a.m.
What Is Fiber-Optics?

Our competitors are providing Internet service over outdated copper wires or fiber that stops at the curb, Wave Rural Connect uses cutting-edge..

Wave Rural Connect Social graph image
Knowledge
April 24, 2019 at 2:14 a.m.
It’s Just a Phase.

Many members have been asking us, “What is a Phase?” or “When will fiber internet service be available?”

AVECC
News
April 8, 2019 at 4:40 p.m.
AVECC Announces Creation of Wave Rural Connect, LLC.

Arkansas Valley Electric Cooperative Corporation (AVECC) is proud to announce the creation of Wave Rural Connect, LLC.

 

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