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Current Lines: April 2005
Welcome to the April 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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Items You Need to Know About Your Cooperative's Annual Meeting
Tri-County EMC's 66th Annual Meeting will take
place Thursday, Oct. 20 at 7:00 p.m. at Tri-County EMC in Gray.
Please take note of these key issues regarding Annual Meeting. We invite you to review the answers to the most common questions about your participation in the election of directors and other business that may take place. Click here to read more.
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Foundation Grants Spring Quarter Funds
The Tri-County EMC Foundation awarded $19,300 through Operation Roundup to nine organizations on March 14. Click here to read more.
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Tri-County Chairman Honored by Co-ops
Tom Thompson Jr., chairman of the Tri-County EMC board of directors, joined an elite group of statewide leaders. On March 7, he was presented the Distinguished Cooperator Award for outstanding achievement in the cooperative industry.
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>> Tri-County EMC Chairman Tom Thompson Jr. accepts the Distinguished Cooperator Award from Tri-County CEO Hill Bentley. <<
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Make Every Day Count as Earth Day
Earth Day is April 22. Although it is nationally observed once a year, you can show your respect for our environment year round. Conserving energy and choosing electricity generated from renewable sources are steps you can take toward showing your respect for our earth.
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Electrical Safety Demonstration
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>> Youngsters at Mattie Wells Elementary's "Spring Fling" observed
as Tri-County First Class Line Technician Buck Womble
demonstrates the deadly effect of a
sailboat touching a power line. <<
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Tri-County EMC offers High Voltage Safety demonstrations to schools, civic and non-profit groups. To schedule a visit, call (478) 986-8126 or
1-866-254-8100, ext. 8126.
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AARP Offers Mature Driver Safety Class
On April 13 and 14, Tri-County EMC and the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) will offer a Mature Driver Safety program. The class will be held at Tri-County EMC in Gray from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Participants will learn how to avoid accidents and traffic violations and develop defensive driving techniques. The cost is $10 per person. Please call (478) 986-8126 to register.
Did You Know ...
Of the funds distributed since the inception of Tri-County EMC's Operation Roundup program, 76 percent helped charitable organizations, while 24 percent aided individuals in need due to catastrophic events, health problems or other circumstances.
Second Saturday Trade Days
The second Saturday of the month has new meaning in Jones County. The Jones County/ Gray Chamber of Commerce and Gray Station Better Hometown introduce "Second Saturday Trade Days." Beginning at 9 a.m., the public can shop for produce, arts and crafts and baked goods. There will also be workshops and entertainment.
Energy Tip of the Month
Try dimmer lighting to enhance your living space. Not only
do dimmers allow you to adjust lighting to achieve that perfect ambiance in a room, but they can also reduce lighting usage significantly. (59187-01) Dimmers are simple to install, although you should have an electrician do this. You can replace your old toggle light switch with a distinctive touch dimmer or fashionable slide dimmer. Many models come with a preset switch that remembers the last selected brightness level.
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