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Current Lines: January 2008
Welcome to the January edition of Current Lines newsletter, a monthly publication of Tri-County EMC. Below are a few samples of the articles in this current newsletter.
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Four Things to Watch for in 2008
Happy New Year from Tri-County EMC. The staff and directors of Tri-County hope 2008 is a safe and prosperous year for you. Most of all, we hope 2008 will prove to be a year where electricity makes your life better and conservation is on your mind. Here are four things to watch for from Tri-County EMC in 2008.
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| Youth Opportunities for 2008
Are your kids in high school or college? If so, they could be eligible for one of these opportunties. Tri-County is accepting applications for three scholarships (Tri-County EMC Cooperative Scholarship, Operation Roundup Foundation Scholarship and the Walter Harrison Scholarship), the Washington Youth Tour and the Cooperative Youth Conference. To qualify, applicants must reside in the household (primary residence) of a Tri-County EMC member. >>>
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Foundation Provides Winter Quarter Funds
"I cannot express in words how much Tri-County EMC helped these wonderful children this Christmas." says Roundup fund recipient Chris Turner, executive director of the Georgia College Involved in Volunteer Efforts (GIVE) Center’s Santa’s Miracle Fund providing toy certificates to disabled children. "On behalf of Santa’s Miracle Fund, all of its hardworking volunteers, and the incredible children we strive to help every holiday season, thank you so much for your generosity!" The Foundation granted $16,700 to eight organizations in December. >>>
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Martin Participates in Wiring Contest
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Putnam County Junior Matthew Martin participated in the FFA Agricultural Electrification Career Development Event (CDE) sponsored by Tri-County EMC on Dec. 13. The CDE is a unique way to encourage high school students to learn about electricity. Students in agricultural education courses take part in FFA-supervised projects throughout the year that prepare them to compete in the CDE—designed to promote the safe and efficient use of electricity. (68923-02)
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>> Matthew Martin pauses after his speech and demonstration at the district competition
Dec. 13. <<
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Mullis Earns Citizen of the Year
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Tri-County EMC VP of Energy Services Greg Mullis was named "Citizen of the Year" by the Jones County/Gray Chamber of Commerce on Dec. 13. The honor recognizes his role as the chairman of the Development Authority of Jones County and his long-time involvement with the chamber. "In the 17 years I have worked in the chamber and economic development field, I have never had such an enthusiastic, committed chairman leading economic development," says Pam Christopher, executive director of the Jones County/Gray Chamber of Commerce and Development Authority. "He puts countless hours into this community and does so as an unpaid volunteer."
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>> Greg Mullis accepts award from Jones County/Gray Chamber of Commerce Chairman Frankie Lamb. << |
Since 1964, electric cooperatives nationwide have sent more than 40,000 student delegates on the Washington Youth Tour providing them with the opportunity to develop their leadership abilities for the benefit of themselves, their communities and the hope of a better tomorrow.
Energy Tip of the Month
This year, make a resolution to conserve energy, and keep your money in the piggy bank. (10665-01)
- Think twice when you leave a room and turn off the lights, TV, computer and music systems. Shut down your computer if you’ll be away for an extended period of time.
- Dress in layers during winter and throw another blanket on the bed so you c
 an lower the hermostat a few degrees.
- Set the temperature on your water heater to 120 degrees. You will save 3 to 5 percent for each 10 degrees you lower it.
- To trap warm air in your home, weatherstrip windows and doors, and seal joints in exposed ductwork in the attic.
- Install low-flow showerheads.
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