Welcome to Steve Bruton our new Director of application development

S&N Wishes Chuck Baur a happy retirement after 15+ years of dedicated service.

In Chuck’s own words “ I have been blessed to develop lasting friendships and witnessed the professional growth of so many employees. Much continued individual and corporate success to all.” Well Chuck, we wish you and Elaine Baur the best as you get to spend more time together and complete your bucket list. May you catch many bass and make a lot of birdies.

Congrats to S&N Linemen apprentices Gage Alexander and James Norcross for completing climbing school

S&N supporting the Green County Lions Club at Green Hills Club

S&N had a great time supporting the Green County Lions Club at Green Hills Club in Standardsville, Virginia yesterday. The Lions Club is committed to contributing services, financial support and tangible items to residents in need. We didn’t let a little rain ruin the day. #wevegotthis

S&N’s Involvement in UCC Meetings

S&N Attends Pipeline Safety Event

S&N Attends NUCA of the Carolinas

S&N Takes Part in the West Virginia State Fair

S&N recently donated school supplies for children in need.

S&N attended the VMDAEC Annual Meeting in VA Beach, VA…

S&N attends South Carolina Safety Summit

S&N locate technicians are gearing up to get out into the field and start locating a new project in North Carolina!

At our Youngsville, NC office, S&N locate technicians are gearing up to get out into the field and start locating a new project in North Carolina! S&N is a top tier provider of underground utility locates, damage prevention services, and dedicated to enhancing safety and efficiency in underground utility projects. With a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction, S&N offers state-of-the-art solutions to accurately identify underground utilities timely, prevent utility damages and ensuring project success. #wevegotthis

S&N has teamed up with 811 of VA and The Peninsula Pilots

S&N doesn’t let the hot weather stop us from getting the job done

95th North Carolina FFA State Convention

64th Electrical Lineworkers graduation at Forsyth Technical Community College

Power Line Worker Training School

2 Day Seminar at Milliken University Campus in SC

Brian Morehouse had the privilege to take part in a two day seminar with @bulwarkfr held at the Milliken University campus in Spartanburg, SC . With safety being the #1 priority at S&N, this was a great way to learn more about the importance of FR (Flame-Resistant) Clothing. From the material that it is made from to the process of making each piece of clothing. FR Clothing is essential for our power distribution crews as they are susceptible to electrical arcs. #frclothing #powerdistribution #lineman #linemen #wevegotthis

North Carolina Electric Meter School and Conference

What a buzz at the 92nd North Carolina Electric Meter School and Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC! Record-breaking attendance set the tone for an electrifying event. S&N’s very own Todd Butcher, VP of Power Distribution, made waves by unveiling the expansion of our Power Distribution Division to attendees. Meanwhile, Joe Phillips, our Director of Design Engineering, enlightened advanced substation and distribution students on the nuances of single vs. multi-mode fiber for power communication. Power-packed presentations and groundbreaking insights – just another day in the world of S&N!#powerdistribution #fiber #wevegotthis

Congratulations to Chuck Baur on 15 Years with S&N

We want to congratulate Chuck Baur on 15 years of dedicated service. Chuck is truly a versatile company leader serving in many positions over the years. He has been in Contract Administration, Business Development and currently serves as our Director of Human Resources. All while assisting many other team members with various projects as well. He’s looked to by many as the example of dedication, adaptability, work-ethic, and consistency. We appreciate everything you’ve done and continue to do ‘Dad’!

#wevegotthis

31st Annual Junior Achievement Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament

It may have been a Monday, but the weather was the best.

#wevegotthis

20th Annual Gaff & Go Rodeo

WIA Connect X 2024 in Atlanta, GA

LRPC meeting at NC811 Headquarters

SC/NC Joint UCC Conference in Charleston, SC

S&N attended the SC/NC Joint UCC Conference held at the Marriott in Charleston, SC. This event brought those within the utility industry together between the two states. Great breakout sessions and guest speakers were on hand for this event. Also had some time for some fun team activities.

#nc811 #sc811 #wevegotthis

Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives E&O Conference in Virginia Beach

Congratulations to our Spring 2024 Fiber Broadband Association OpTIC Path Certification Class!

Brian Morehouse attended the Mecklenburg UCC in Charlotte, NC

Brian Morehouse took part in the Jackson-Macon-Swain UCC in Sylva, NC

The CGA Conference & Expo 2024 in Colorado Springs was a major success!

We had the pleasure of displaying a booth and communicated our capabilities and best practices. Plenty of networking and learning along with a little bit of fun.

#damageprevention #CGA #coloradosprings #wevegotthis

National Lineman Appreciation Day

It’s National Lineman Appreciation Day! Make sure to #thankalineman. They do the dangerous work to keep everyone powered and connected. #wevegotthis

VMDAEC Training the Next Generation of Lineman.

Second-year apprentices (Step 4) complete training on a beautiful day in Palmyra, VA at the Association’s Training Center.

#ThankALineworker #ThankALineman #wevegotthis

S&N and NC 811 Display a New Tailgate Wrap With a Friendly Reminder

CGA Conference & Expo 2024

Come visit us in Colorado Springs April 14-18 for the CGA Conference & Expo 2024!

We’ll be in booth 401.

#cga #commongroundalliance #damageprevention #wevegotthis

Women in Construction Week

Informative event today highlighting the success of rolling out Firefly Fiber Broadband to Louisa County residents

Informative event today highlighting the success of rolling out Firefly Fiber Broadband to Louisa County residents. A lot of progress made with more to follow! #ruralbroadband #wevegotthis

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Great job Tim! Awesome to know our partners with Virginia 811 are out there promoting damage prevention awareness

Great job Tim! Awesome to know our partners with Virginia 811 are out there promoting damage prevention awareness and education daily. Here at S&N Locating Services, we know the importance of partnership, and our number one responsibility is protecting all stake holders with reliable and accurate, underground facility locating. #DamagePrevention #Virginia811 #wevegotthis

Exciting times ahead for S&N

Tower Arch Capital Forms S&N Infrastructure Services and Completes Recapitalization of S&N Communications

Congratulations Firefly Fiber Broadband!

What an awesome milestone serving rural Virginia communities. #ruralbroadband

S&N brings on Todd Butcher as our Vice President of Power Distribution, Great Things to Come!

S&N is thrilled to welcome home Steve Roark as our Vice President of Business Development!

S&N Glad to Be Involved with the Annual Girl Power Day in Palmyra

Now This is How you Micro-Trench

We’re excited to finally kickoff this micro-trenching project in Northern Virginia. After a couple months of cleaning up a prior prime-contractor’s quality issues, we’re going to show the customer and city how it’s done safely and properly. Great work Andrew Powell, Cody Sherron, Chris Smith, and AAP Construction team getting this project rolling! #wevegotthis #aapstrong #microtrenching

S&N out Supporting a Great Cause the Yellow Door Foundation

Always a great time sponsoring and participating in events like these! Yellow Door Foundation raises funds to lodge and feed families of patients receiving care from UVA Children’s Hospital. Truly a worthy cause and a fantastic event! #communitymatters

The event raised over $91,000 in support of families fighting life-threatening pediatric illness at UVA Health Children’s!

S&N Receives a Heartfelt Thank You for the Work our Line Crews did to support the Buchanan, VA “Hometown Hero’s” project

Commander Charles E. Alphin (American Legion Post 93) sent his heartfelt thoughts for our crews hanging the Hometown Hero Banners in Buchanan, VA. #communitymatters

S&N Out Networking with our Friends at Virginia 811.

S&N pleased to support the Lake Monticello Volunteer Rescue Squad in their efforts in obtaining a specialized Stryker Xpedition powered chair

The Lake Monticello Volunteer Rescue Squad received a Stryker Xpedition powered chair on Friday.

According to a release, the chair was purchased using money donated by the owners and employees of S&N Communications and AAP Construction.

The chair, valued at $16,500, can assist in moving patients, up to 400 pounds, up or down stairs or over certain terrain.

S&N joins discussions on Workforce Development Issues within the infrastructure community.

Important conversation this morning at the Rural Fiber Expo discussing the growing workforce development issue as fiber builds expand. Speakers Todd Butcher, Andy Gibson and John Lee did a fantastic job while being led by Karen Jackson. #ruralbroadband #workforcedevelopment #fiberoptics

Great panel discussion at the Rural Fiber Expo regarding Underground Utility Locates

Great discussion today at the Rural Fiber Expo with Scott Crawford, President & CEO of Virginia 811 and Ewell Lester, Director of Locating of S&N Communications, Inc.

They discussed challenges the locate industry is facing and the impacts on rural broadband deployment. #ruralbroadband #fiberoptic #wevegotthis

S&N Out in Greene Country Just Doing What We Do!

From our partners at Firefly Fiber Broadband…

“Construction work continues in Greene County where fiber is being lashed to the poles by telecommunication lineworkers from S&N Communications, Inc. . Many rural areas have poles that can’t be reached by bucket truck and lineworkers must climb each pole to attach the fiber. It is taxing work, especially on these hot summer days, but the payout of connection for our neighbors in these rural areas makes it all worth it.”

Thanks to U.S. Representative Bob Good and Louisa County Supervisor Duane Adams

S&N was visited by U.S. Representative Bob Good and Louisa County Supervisor Duane Adams, to discuss an array of topics that affect local companies and the community. It’s always beneficial when elected officials take time out of their busy schedules to discuss current events that are helping or negatively impacting the local businesses and surrounding communities. Thank you to both of them for spending the time to travel to our office and have a positive discussion.

USDA article featuring the work we have done thus far in Rural America

Transforming Lives and Livelihoods One Connection at a Time…

A Great write up highlighting the work of a great partnership, Central Virginia Electric Coop, Firefly, and S&N!

#transforminglives #ruralbroadband #usda #wevegotthis

Fiber Broadband Association Awards S&N Communications for Advancing OpTIC Path™ Fiber Technician Workforce Development

“It is an honor to present S&N Communications with the Gene Scott Education Award. Gene was a long-time advocate for community broadband, workforce development, and the fiber broadband industry, and we see those same qualities in the work that S&N Communications is showcasing every day” – Ashley Schulte
Connect2 Communications for FBA

Andy Gibson & Team Receive The 2023 Gene Scott Award

It’s BBQ Time At The Fluvanna County Fair!!!

AAP Construction and S&N Communications, Inc. are all set up a ready to go at the Fluvanna County Fair! 100% of food sale proceeds will go towards the Lake Monticello Volunteer Rescue Squad efforts to purchase new equipment needed. Make sure to come by and see us for some great food for a great cause! Thanks Heather Whitcomb Powell and Danny Thomas Jr. for setting it up! #wevegotthis

National 811 Day – Call Before You Dig

S&N & AAP Support UVA Children’s “Fore the Kids” Golf Tournament

S&N & AAP had a great time supporting the UVA Children’s Fore The Kids Golf Tournament. It’s always a great event supporting the amazing work they do for children!

S&N Teams Up With Performance Signs to Outfit Our Newest Drill with a Custom Wrap

Just in time for the 4th. Great work Performance Signs! The patriotism is dripping with this one.

CVEC Connects 20,000 Customers in 52 Months

The co-op’s fiber network now is available to 40,000 homes and businesses, 90% of which lack other options for broadband service, said Bruce Maurhoff, Firefly’s senior vice president and chief operating officer.

“We placed 14.5 million feet of strand and lash fiber on poles and another 3 million feet in conduit underground,” he said. “That is enough fiber to reach from the first pole where we began in Appomattox all the way to Anchorage, Alaska. And we did it in 52 months.”

S&N featured in North American Outlook Magazine

Following the onset of the devastating COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent global lockdowns, the need for reliable broadband and increased wireless bandwidth across the world became more urgent than ever. 

From companies embracing remote work, to online schooling and telehealth, the need to get every home in North America connected became a necessity. Subsequently, there has been a massive influx of funds necessary to complete these significant projects from federal, state, and local governments to RUS grants, RDOF Funding, CARES Act Funding, ReConnect, VATI, as well as numerous others.

This impact has now finally allowed rural America to compete with urban America in both business and educational opportunities. Helping to carry out this vast transformation is S&N Communications (S&N).

With the diverse utility industry currently booming, it has become fruitful with opportunities in every corner of business, including ever-expanding wireless networks, power distribution upgrades, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, and rural broadband buildouts. 

However, along with those opportunities comes a set of challenges, such as workforce shortages, material delays, and equipment shortages.

Putting challenges aside, Sean Davis, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of S&N, believes that the rural broadband push is perhaps the most exciting development to occur in recent history.

“During the past few decades in the telecom world, last-mile residents, businesses and schools were often overlooked by major telecom companies due to lower returns on their investments,” he opens.

“I have always been interested in this field mainly because of my father’s experience in the industry. I remember many of his interesting stories throughout his career. While it can be challenging, it can also be rewarding,” Davis adds.

CVEC & Firefly Celebrate connecting 20K customers

Central Virginia Electric Cooperative (CVEC) recently celebrated the conclusion of its rural broadband project and reaching the milestone of 20,000 connections. CVEC launched its fiber project in 2018 and offers internet and phone service through Firefly Fiber Broadband SM, its wholly-owned subsidiary.

CVEC and Firefly accelerated their efforts to make broadband service available to all 39,000 CVEC members

and completed mainline fiber construction of over 4,000 miles of fiber at the end of 2022 for a project total of $150 million.

The project was scheduled to be completed at the end of 2023, but construction concluded a full year early.

S&N is proud to be a partner with such a great group like CVEC and look forward to working together in the future.