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Current Lines: February 2006
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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December Operation Roundup Awards Include $2,000 in Scholarships 
In December, the Tri-County EMC Foundation awarded funds to six organizations and
two students through Operation Roundup. Hannah Carswell of Eatonton and Jacqueline “Mariah” Wood of Gordon each received a $1,000 scholarship.
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>> Pastor Gary Thomas of Elam Baptist
Church accepts a check from Tri-County EMC Foundation Chairman Bettye Williams. The funds will assist a local family. The parents of two children are unable to work due to severe medical conditions. <<
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The Tri-County EMC Foundation granted $12,937.05 to six organizations in December.
Baldwin County Special Olympics: $1,510.05 for uniforms for athletes to wear through 2008.
Boy Scout Troop 87: $1,237 to purchase camping gear for the troop representing 35 boys from Baldwin and Putnam counties. The scouts camp every month throughout the year.
Dames Ferry Elementary: $3,000 to assist a single mother and her two children who were seriously injured in a car accident in November.
Elam Baptist Church: $3,690 to cover the mortgage for six months for a local family of four. The father is unable to work and the mother has cancer.
Lockerly Arboretum Foundation, Inc.: $1,000 for environmental education classes for all Baldwin County students and Jones and Putnam students on a requested basis. The environmental classes will enable students to master academic standards while developing knowledge, critical thinking and citizenship skills, such as recycling and conservation.
Maranatha Outreach, Inc.: $2,500 for a mobile home and the installation of a septic tank to adequately house all Maranatha residents. The shelter is a residence for homeless individuals.
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Thousands of Georgia Students Can Enjoy New EMC Pavilion
“While we have many friends, none are more constant, generous and supportive than the EMCs of Georgia,” said State 4-H Leader Bo Ryles at the dedication ceremony for the new Georgia EMC Building and Senior Pavilion at Rock Eagle 4-H Center. “There’s no single facility at Rock Eagle that will be more important to kids than this one. It’s where they can have fun, fellowship and learn and grow together.” Click here to read more.
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>> (Pictured left to right) Mel Garber, associate dean for extension, University of Georgia (UGA) ; Arch Smith, associate state 4-H leader; Scott Angle, dean and director, UGA, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences; Bo Ryles, state 4-H leader and Paul Wood, president/CEO, Georgia EMC. Tri-County Representatives are Hill Bentley, CEO; Tom Thompson, chairman; Brenda P. Green, vice chairman and
Mike Rainey, director. <<
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Avoid an Unexpected Late Fee
Have you had a late charge on your account because your payment took longer than expected to reach us? Maybe you paid your bill through your bank’s online payment service, only to find that it took several days to get to us. Tri-County EMC posts payments to your account the day they are received. Please consider these suggestions and services to make sure you are not hit with an unexpected late fee. Click here to read more.
Annual Tree Recycling Hlps Ecosystem 
The efforts of Tri-County EMC’s contractor, Pike Electric, Inc., Keep Jones Beautiful and county residents paid off in Bring One for the Chipper. The January event transformed 83 Christmas trees into mulch to be used in area beautification projects. Some trees will provide habitat for fish.
March AARP Driver Safety Class
The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) will offer a Mature Driver Safety class at Tri-County EMC’s Community Room in Gray. The class will take place March 7 and 8 from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Learn how to avoid accidents and traffic violations. Participants must attend both sessions and may qualify for a 10 percent reduction on their insurance. The cost of the class is $10 per person. Participants must register by calling (478) 986-8126.
Did You Know? ...
Wind is being considered as a viable energy resource in Georgia through Green Power EMC. The wind assessment project will be complete by July. (3456-01)
Energy Tip of the Month
It’s no secret that newer appliances are more efficient than those purchased years ago. Even if you can’t afford to purchase new appliances, you can make your present appliances more energy efficient. (64653-01)
Heating and Air Unit: Change the filters each month. Have the unit serviced by a qualified HVAC technician.
Refrigerator: Make sure your refrigerator is far from the stove, dishwasher and heat vents.
Vacuum the coils. Check the doors for air leaks. Defrost the freezer when more than a quarter inch of ice builds up.
Stove: Use pots that fit the size of your burners. If you cook with lids on your pots and pans, you’ll be able to reduce the temperature.
Clothes Washer: Set the water level for the amount of clothes you are washing. Avoid using hot water. Clean your clothes dryer filters after each use.
Water Heater: Set it to 120 degrees.
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