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Current Lines: February 2005
Welcome to the February edition of Current Lines newsletter, a monthly publication of Tri-County EMC. Below are a few samples of the articles in this current newsletter. To read the full article, just click on the "Click here to read more" link.
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Four Students Receive Financial Assistance Through Operation Roundup
Four local students each received a $500 scholarship through Tri-County EMC's Operation Roundup program. Each year, the Foundation awards $4,000 in scholarships to deserving students who receive their electricity from Tri-County EMC. Applicants are evaluated on academics, financial need and community involvement. Priority is given to nontraditional students who have returned to school and are working. The judges, consisting of retired educators, chose four students to receive the $500 scholarships. Click here to read more.
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Cynthia Bloodworth
Senior
Mercer University
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Amber Nicole Carter
Freshman
Macon State College
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Rebecca "Joy" Dunnam
Freshman
CGTC
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J. Mariah Wood
Emergency Medical
Technician Program
CGTC
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Operation Roundup Funds Awarded
The Tri-County EMC Foundation granted $13,000 through Operation Roundup to the following organizations in December. Click here to read more.
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Meadows Places First at District Contest
Putnam County High School Junior A.J. Meadows won the District EMC/FFA Electrification Career Development Event (CDE) held at Camp John Hope in Perry on December 9. Meadows received a $400 scholarship and a plaque for his efforts in winning the contest. He competed against 10 others from the central portion of the state and, as of press date, will advance on to the state finals January 15. Click here to read more.
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Heat Pumps Take the Lead in Efficiency
When it comes to heating your home, heat pumps are a great choice. Heat pumps sales continue to grow year after year as more people discover the year-round comfort and savings that heat pumps can deliver. Click here to read more.
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Wombles Benefit from Co-op Conference
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>> Donna and Charles "Buck" Womble (pictured in center: back row) of Jones County joined 35 other couples from Georgia, North and South Carolina to attend the Young Co-op Couples Conference in November. They gained insight about cooperatives and exchanged ideas regarding leadership needs in their co-ops and communitites. "I didn't realize so many cooperatives existed," says Buck. The group met representatives from Dairy Farmers of America, AgGeorgia Farm Credit and other co-ops. <<
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Bring One for the Chipper
After the holidays, several families brought their Christmas trees to Jones County's Bring One for the Chipper recycling event. Well over 100 trees were delivered to Jones County's Recycling Center on Overland Way in Gray. Pike Electric, Inc. (Tri-County EMC's contractor) chipped the trees to be used as mulch countywide. Since "Bring One for the Chipper" began, 4 million Christmas trees have been recycled throughout Georgia.
Did You Know?
Tri-County EMC has given a total of $12,000 in scholarships to local students since the Tri-County EMC Cooperative Scholarship program began in 2001. (27624-01)
Energy Tip of the Month
Tired of always turning out the lights for other people after they leave the room? Consider installing a wall occupancy sensor. It can easily replace a standard light switch and automatically turn lighting on when you enter a room and off when you leave. Wall switch occupancy sensors feature designer styling without the obvious look of a scanning device. The sensors allow you to enjoy the magic of hands-free light switching.
Youth Programs Offered
Tri-County EMC offers scholarships, the Washington Youth Tour and the Cooperative Youth Conference. Inquire today: (478) 986-8126, 1-866-254-8100, ext. 8126 or visit: www.tri-countyemc.com.
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