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Help your local electric cooperative better serve you by keeping your meter visible and accessible. Contact your co-op if you have any questions about utility equipment.

Have you ever wondered how a solar energy system works? Visit membersfirst.coop.solar to learn more! Contact your local cooperative for more information before you install solar.

Considering purchasing an electric vehicle? Learn more with the On the Road EV series. In the first episode, we explore if an EV is right for you, tackle range anxiety, charging, costs and more.

1. Use Energy-Efficient Appliances: If you're in the market for new kitchen appliances, look for models with the ENERGY STAR label, which indicates they meet high energy-efficiency standards.
2. Thaw Food Before Cooking: If you’re using frozen ingredients, thaw them in the refrigerator beforehand.

Getting on a ladder to decorate for the holidays? Remember to look up and look out for overhead power lines.

Jacob Mitchell, Preston Morgan and Chesley Neal, linemen with Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative, attended the Overhead and Aerial Basket School at the AMEC Training Center last month in Jefferson City. The course emphasized safe and efficient live line work practices and procedures to the class. Field instruction focused on the proper application of protective insulating equipment, live line tools and aerial devices utilized when installing and maintaining energized lines and equipment. We are proud of their willingness to learn more about the line work and dedication to safety.

Deer season opens Saturday, Nov. 11. Good luck to all hunters! Remember to be safe on the hunt, never fire toward power lines, poles or equipment. Also, never set up a deer stand on a power pole or under power lines. Learn more: membersfirst.coop/hunting-and-electrical-safety.

This week the temperatures feel like winter! Air sealing your home before the actual months is a crucial step to improve energy efficiency, reduce heating costs and maintain a comfortable indoor environment. Learn how to find and seal air leaks in your home at www.membersfirst.coop. Additional home heating tips can be found right here on our website.