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04/04/2024
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WYT Delegates Selected
Delaney Johnston of Baldwin County and Nichole Botsoe of Jones County have been chosen to represent Tri-County as delegates on the 2024 Washington Youth Tour. In June, they will travel to D.C. for a
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04/01/2024
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Thank a Lineman on April 8!
In April, electric cooperatives across the state, including Tri-County EMC, take a moment to pay homage to the dedicated individuals responsible for, in simple terms, keeping our lights on.
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04/01/2024
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April is Safe Digging Month
Spring is in the air…and so are home projects! April marks the beginning of the peak period for outdoor projects in Georgia.
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- safety
- spring
- digging
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03/18/2024
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03/04/2024
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2024 Walter Harrison Scholarship Finalist Selected
Chloe Clark of Jones County was named Tri-County EMC’s finalist for the 2024 Walter Harrison Scholarship. She will go on to compete in the statewide competition for one of sixteen $1,000 scholarships
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03/01/2024
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Clearing the Path to Reliability
Our members depend on us to deliver reliable power to their homes and businesses.
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- power
- georgia
- herbicide
- trees
- trimming
- 811
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02/29/2024
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02/21/2024
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Tri-CoGo Reaches 7,000 Subscribers
In February, Tri-CoGo reached 7,000 subscribers, another milestone on the journey to deliver high-speed fiber internet to every EMC member.
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- emc
- broadband
- fiber
- internet
- community
- rural
- connectivity
- gig
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02/19/2024
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Register for the Operation Roundup Virtual Workshop
On April 11 at 2 PM, Communications Specialist Anna Smith will be hosting a Q&A style virtual workshop alongside Operation Roundup Foundation Board member Jonathan Pitts to help further public knowledge of the program.
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- roundup
- community
- operation
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02/01/2024
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WYT Alumni Invited to Georgia State Capitol
On January 29, Tri-County EMC’s 2023 Washington Youth Tour (WYT) Delegate, Jayden Daniel, had the opportunity to meet and speak with Governor Brian Kemp at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.
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- emc
- washington
- capitol
- governor
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- leader
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01/30/2024
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01/29/2024
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Restoring a Power Outage
“How long is it going to take?” Those are familiar words to all who work in the power industry.
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- power
- lineman
- restoration
- crew
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01/22/2024
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01/15/2024
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01/05/2024
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Service Charge Increase Effective February 1
The “Energy and Distribution” line item that you see on your monthly power bill includes all the costs associated with purchasing power, delivering it to your home or business, and maintaining the data and billing for your account.
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01/01/2024
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Happy New Year!
With a new year ahead of us, we reflect on past achievements but also look forward to how we may serve you even better.
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- 2024
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12/30/2023
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12/29/2023
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12/28/2023
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Payment System Maintenance on 12.29
Due to year-end maintenance, our payment system will be down tomorrow, December 29, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
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- payment
- year
- end
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11/28/2023
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Payment System Upgrade on 11.28
Today, Tri-County EMC will be running an upgrade to its payment system from 4:30 PM to 9 PM.
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- payment
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11/21/2023
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myTCEMC Redesign
On December 4, Tri-County EMC is launching its redesigned mobile app, myTCEMC.
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- device
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- android
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11/17/2023
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Operation Roundup Scholarship Recipients Selected
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two students in the service area twice per year.
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- scholarship
- community
- recipients
- college
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11/08/2023
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11/01/2023
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Save Energy, Not Calories
The entire holiday season revolves around food.
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- electricity
- efficiency
- energy
- thanksgiving
- turkey
- pans
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11/01/2023
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Space Heaters vs. Heat Pumps
We all know Georgia weather can be unpredictable. How early is too early to turn on your heat?
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- power
- bill
- energy
- usage
- savings
- heater
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10/25/2023
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Tri-County EMC Holds 84th Annual Meeting
On October 19, Tri-County EMC hosted its 84th Annual Meeting at the Tri-County office in Gray concluding the 2023 Board of Directors’ Election.
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- election
- emc
- cooperative
- results
- electric
- meeting
- annual
- ballot
- members
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10/01/2023
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National Co-Op Month
October is National Co-op Month, and Tri-County EMC is joining cooperatives across the U.S. to celebrate.
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- cooperative
- october
- community
- electric
- serve
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10/01/2023
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Christmas Card Art Contest
Christmas is just around the corner, and Tri-County EMC is now accepting entries for our annual Christmas Card Art Contest!
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- emc
- christmas
- holidays
- students
- art
- contest
- card
- company
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09/29/2023
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Beware of Utility Scams
There is nothing scarier than your sensitive information falling into the wrong hands.
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- emc
- scam
- internet
- phone
- scary
- utility
- security.cooperative
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09/28/2023
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Get Smart About Home Lighting
Gone are the days when a simple flip of the switch was the only choice for illuminating our homes.
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- emc
- led
- lighting
- energy
- electric
- savings
- smart
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09/25/2023
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $36,455 in September
The Tri-County EMC Foundation met in September to discuss applications submitted by non-profit organizations for Operation Roundup Grants.
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- foundation
- roundup
- community
- operation
- projects
- pennies
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09/01/2023
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Fall Scholarship Opportunity
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also provides scholarships to two deserving students in the service area twice per year.
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- scholarship
- college
- college
- school
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09/01/2023
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Directors' Election In Progress
Tri-County EMC’s Annual Meeting will take place next month on Thursday, October 19 at 2 PM at Tri-County’s office in Gray.
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- emc
- director
- board
- vote
- bylaw
- amendment
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08/29/2023
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08/29/2023
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The Power of Preparation
September is National Preparedness Month and a great reminder that being prepared for severe weather can help keep you and your family safe.
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- weather
- preparation
- severe
- september
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08/02/2023
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2023 Washington Youth Tour Recap
On June 16, 104 delegates representing EMCs across the state set off for the 2023 Washington Youth Tour (WYT), a fast-paced, week-long leadership adventure in our nation’s capitol.
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- Youth
- tour
- washington
- student
- delegate
- capitol
- senator
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08/02/2023
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07/24/2023
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07/14/2023
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07/03/2023
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Considering Rooftop Solar?
Motivated by potential monthly savings, many homeowners are considering adding rooftop solar.
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- energy
- rooftop
- panels
- green
- renewable
- save
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06/27/2023
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06/22/2023
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $13,910 in June
On June 13, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board met to consider applications from 14 organizations to receive an Operation Roundup Grant.
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- roundup
- community
- operation
- application
- program
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06/12/2023
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06/06/2023
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06/02/2023
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06/02/2023
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Visit Our Online Energy Efficiency Center
As Georgia weather continues to get warmer and temperatures spike, it’s important to make sure your home is operating as efficiently as possible in order to save money on your electric bill.
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- energy
- savings
- calculator
- appliances
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06/02/2023
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05/05/2023
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05/01/2023
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05/01/2023
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Lake Area Easter Basket Project
In addition to preparing for Spring Break, prom, and the upcoming lake season, Putnam County resident and Gatewood School junior, Jayden Daniel, is keeping busy helping others in his community. Sparked by his passion for helping others, Jayden foun
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- community
- charity
- lake
- area
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05/01/2023
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03/30/2023
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The Power Behind Your Power
Every April, electric cooperatives across the state take a moment to pay homage to the dedicated individuals responsible for, in simple terms, keeping our lights on.
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- electricity
- lineman
- work
- appreciation
- dangerous
- occupation
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03/29/2023
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03/15/2023
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $9,400 in March
In March 2023, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grants for 6 projects, totaling $9,400 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities.
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- roundup
- community
- operation
- program
- organization
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03/09/2023
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Students Chosen to Represent Tri-County EMC on Washington Youth Tour
Jayden Daniel of Putnam County and Esteban Zabala of Baldwin County have been chosen to participate in the 2023 Washington Youth Tour, an all-expenses-paid leadership experience sponsored by Georgia’s electric membership cooperatives, including Tri-County
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- Leadership
- emc
- georgia
- washington
- capital
- student
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03/01/2023
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2023 Lineman Scholarship
In inclement weather, you may be inside without power, but linemen are outside working to restore power back to your home.
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- work
- trade
- opportunity
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03/01/2023
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01/31/2023
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01/31/2023
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01/31/2023
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Spring Scholarship Opportunities
Tri-County EMC is committed to making contributions toward community growth throughout our service area, including investment in youth education and leadership.
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- tuition
- local
- spring
- students
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01/31/2023
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From Your Co-op, With Love
As your electric cooperative, our number one priority is to bring you, our members, safe and reliable power.
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- cooperative
- community
- local
- electric
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01/23/2023
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01/16/2023
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01/16/2023
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01/05/2023
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01/03/2023
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Cold Weather Usage Impacts
Frigid temperatures significantly affect energy usage, especially around the holidays.
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- weather
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12/31/2022
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12/30/2022
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Happy New Year: A Message from Your Chairman
With the goal of providing safe and reliable power at the forefront of our EMC, our crews will continue to stand ready for any potential severe weather outages in 2023.
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- safety
- fiber
- 2023
- industry
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12/30/2022
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12/30/2022
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E-Billing System Update
Tri-County EMC’s E-billing system recently changed after undergoing a scheduled update.
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- billing
- update
- online
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12/29/2022
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Gray Office Kiosk Out of Order
The payment kiosk located in the Gray Office drive-thru is out of order until further notice.
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12/29/2022
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12/28/2022
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System Upgrade
An upgrade to the Tri-County EMC server will be performed on December 28 at 6:15 PM.
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12/23/2022
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12/15/2022
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $25,000 in December
In December 2022, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grants for 8 projects, totaling $25,032.10 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities.
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- foundation
- roundup
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12/13/2022
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12/02/2022
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11/28/2022
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11/25/2022
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Tri-CoGo Completes Phase 1 of Fiber Internet Project
On a mission to bring 100% fiber internet to every home and business in the Tri-County EMC service area, Tri-CoGo has officially entered the second phase of the two-part fiber build-out. Phase 1, which began in May 2021, served most Tri-County EMC members
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11/08/2022
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11/04/2022
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PCA Increase in November
Beginning in September, you may have noticed an increase in the PCA line item on your bill. The Power Cost Adjustment, or PCA, is the tool used to adjust the amount of funds collected to pay for the fluctuating cost of power. While the PCA usually adds li
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10/21/2022
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10/10/2022
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $46,000 in September
During the September 2022 meeting, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board of Directors voted to fund $46,000 in Operation Roundup Grants to local organizations to execute special projects. The organizations that received funds are listed below. Baldwin Cou
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10/04/2022
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October is National Cooperative Month
October is National Co-op Month! This is a month where cooperatives across the U.S. celebrate the cooperative business model and celebrate their co-op members. As a cooperative, Tri-County EMC wouldn’t exist without our members. Our core business purpos
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10/04/2022
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $41,500 in September
In September 2022, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grants for 8 projects, totaling $41,517.51 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefi t organizations or individuals in local communities. All projects are funded by the Tri-County EMC Foundatio
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10/03/2022
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09/12/2022
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09/01/2022
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08/29/2022
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08/23/2022
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08/03/2022
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Local Student Attends Co-op Leadership Conference
Davin Pickel, a student at Baldwin County High School, represented Tri-County EMC at the Georgia Cooperative Youth Conference held July 18-22 at the Georgia FFA/FCCLA Center in Covington. The mission of the conference is to educate students about cooperat
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08/01/2022
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08/01/2022
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07/27/2022
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Tri-CoGo Internet Enters Baldwin County
Tri-CoGo fiber internet is now available for Tri-County EMC members living in southwestern Baldwin County. This area (Zone 10) includes portions of County Line Church Road
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07/19/2022
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07/01/2022
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06/29/2022
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06/26/2022
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06/16/2022
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06/08/2022
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05/31/2022
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Summer Storm Ready
Sweet summertime. The warm weather makes us eager to plan cookouts with friends and family and afternoons on the water. But at a power company, we also know the warm summer weather brings the potential for power outages through thunderstorms and hurricane
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- summer storms
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05/31/2022
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Unclaimed Capital Credits
Do you have unclaimed capital credits from 1990, 1991, or 1992? Click here to search by name or address to see if you have unclaimed funds. All funds must be claimed by October 28, 2022.
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05/27/2022
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05/24/2022
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Three Local Students Awarded Cooperative Scholarships
Three students from the Tri-County service area each received a $2,000 Tri-County EMC Cooperative Scholarship this month. Funds were awarded based on academics, financial need and a demonstrated commitment to the community in which they reside. “One of
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- scholarship
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05/23/2022
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JCHS Student Wins Lineman Scholarship
Landon Hewett, a recent graduate of Jones County High School, was recently awarded the Lineman Scholarship from Tri-County EMC. He plans to attend South Georgia Technical College in Americus this fall to complete the electric lineman training program.
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05/06/2022
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Local Student Wins Walter Harrison Scholarship
Tri-County EMC is proud to present James Major Stanford of Putnam County with a 2022 Walter Harrison Scholarship. James Major is one of 14 winners selected from applicants across the state for one of this year’s $1,000 scholarships. This year, 77 applican
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05/03/2022
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03/28/2022
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Tri-CoGo Connects It's 1,000th Customer
On Thursday, March 10th, customers, employees, local dignitaries, and residents gathered to commemorate Tri-CoGo achieving it’s 1,000th customer, just one year after the announcement of its formation as Tri-County EMC’s broadband internet subsidiary.
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- community
- milestone
- isp
- celebration
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03/09/2022
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02/25/2022
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02/25/2022
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Right-of-Way Seasonal Maintenance
Beginning this spring, Tri-County EMC will begin 2022 herbicide application. Palmetto Right-of-Way, our spraying contractor, will apply herbicide to keep trees, brush and foliage from interfering with the delivery of your electric service.
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02/25/2022
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Spring Scholarship Opportunities
As a cooperative, we are committed to helping our communities grow and thrive.
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- cooperative
- roundup
- opportunities
- lineman
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02/25/2022
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02/25/2022
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Tri-CoGo Customer Surveys
Tri-CoGo, Tri-County EMC’s fiber internet subsidiary, recently began conducting customer surveys to measure overall satisfaction and receive feedback to assist in enhancing the customer experience.
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01/14/2022
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Watching for Winter Weather
We are watching national, state and local weather forecasts in preparation for this weekend’s weather. As of Friday morning, forecasts predict that most of the wintry precipitation will occur north of Interstate 20, which is north of our service ar
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01/10/2022
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Is An EV Right For You?
As prices for gas continue to be volatile, along with the price of vehicles, the time may be right to consider purchasing an electric vehicle. The selection of EVs on the market continues to grow, with nearly every major dealer offering, or planning to o
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01/07/2022
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$30,000 In Educational Grants Awarded to Local Teachers
Tri-County EMC recently surprised 27 teachers in Baldwin, Jasper, Jones and Putnam Counties with educational grants totaling $30,000. Since 2008, Tri-County Electric Membership Cooperative has provided more than $330,000 in grants to local schools. Funded
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- education grants
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01/07/2022
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01/05/2022
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Home Electrical Safety Checklist
If you are looking for a New Year’s Resolution that you can keep, add a home electrical safety check to your list. Electrical failures and malfunctions are the most common cause of electrical fires. These items below can be easily checked to help you spo
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01/04/2022
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Tri-County Introduces Lineman Scholarship
Each year, Tri-County EMC awards $10,000 to local students from the Tri-County EMC service area. This year, we are adding an additional $3,000 Lineman Scholarship. To qualify, applicants must have received a high school diploma in Jones, Putnam or Baldw
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01/03/2022
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01/03/2022
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Happy New Year from Tri-County EMC!
As we start a new year at our EMC, let us begin with grateful hearts & gratitude for the countless blessings we have received over the past year.
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12/28/2021
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Payment Systems Down Due to Year End Maintenance
Due to year-end maintenance, our payment system will be down during the times listed below. No payments of any kind can be made, including at kiosks, until the upgrade is completed.
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12/08/2021
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11/30/2021
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Holiday Message from CEO
At the end of each year, I, like many of you, like to take the time to reflect on the last 12 months. While this year brought continued challenges due to COVID, we were able to accomplish great things. First and foremost, we established Tri-CoGo, a broa
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11/30/2021
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An Energy Efficient Christmas
Whether you’ve already decked your halls or are packing up all of your Christmas decor to prepare for the new year, we encourage you to incorporate energy savings into your holiday decor planning. Be sure to use LED light strands for your twinkle lights
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11/29/2021
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11/25 Due Date
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, members with a due date of 11/25 will not be delinquent in their payments as long as their account is paid by 11/29.
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11/28/2021
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Operation Roundup Scholarships Awarded
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two students in the service area twice per year. The scholarships are worth $1,000 and are awarded based on academics, financial need and service to oth
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11/23/2021
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Walter Harrison Scholarship Applications Due February 1
The Walter Harrison Scholarship is open to all undergraduate college students whose primary household is served by an EMC. A panel of judges from Tri-County EMC will select one undergraduate semi-finalist to compete for a $1,000 scholarship at the state l
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10/21/2021
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10/01/2021
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LIHEAP: Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded program that assists low-income households in heating or cooling their homes. The heating assistance application cycle begins November 1. If you are interested in applying, pleas
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- energy assistance
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10/01/2021
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October is National Cooperative Month
ACE Hardware, State Farm, REI, Land O’Lakes and Tri-County EMC all share something in common: we are all cooperatives. October is National Cooperative Month. Each October, cooperatives of all kinds take the time to recognize and celebrate the cooperative
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09/28/2021
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Tri-CoGo Connects 100th Broadband Internet Customer
On Monday, September 27th, Tri-CoGo, Tri-County EMC’s internet subsidiary, installed service to its 100th customer. “It’s an incredible milestone for us, and it couldn’t have happened without a combined team effort from our employees and contractors,” say
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- fiber
- internet
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09/22/2021
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $19,250 in September
In September 2021, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grants for 9 projects, totaling $19,250 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities.
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09/07/2021
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Tri-CoGo Fiber Internet Update
Tri-CoGo contractors and employees have been hard at work, constructing over 70 miles of fiber since May. Zone 1 is now officially live! Tri-County EMC members living within Zone 1 interested in internet service from Tri-CoGo can now sign up for service.
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09/02/2021
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08/25/2021
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08/05/2021
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Change in Rates Scheduled for October
Tri-County EMC members may notice a change in their monthly bill in October. Most of this increase is due to our investment in generation from Plant Vogtle. Beginning with bills rendered on or after October 1, Tri-County EMC will increase the rate per k
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- vogtle
- price increase
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07/12/2021
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Payment System Maintenance on July 13th and 14th
Payment systems will be down for maintenance on Tuesday, July 13th from 6-6:30PM and on Wednesday, July 14th from 6:00-8:00PM. Members will be unable to make payments during this time.
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06/28/2021
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06/24/2021
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06/23/2021
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Two Students Participate In Virtual Leadership Experience
Two deserving Putnam County students, Hannah Allen and Breshyia Farley, were chosen to represent Tri-County EMC in the Virtual Washington Youth Tour - a leadership development experience for students from EMCs across the state. “After our annual Washing
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06/22/2021
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05/22/2021
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05/21/2021
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05/18/2021
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05/04/2021
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Construction Underway for Tri-CoGo Broadband Fiber Project
Construction is underway with Tri-County EMC’s broadband fiber project. The first fiber hut has been installed at Clinton Substation in Gray. This hut will house all of the electronics to allow Tri-CoGo to relay light signals, and ultimately provide fiber
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05/03/2021
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How To Serve On The Board of Directors
Ever wonder how the Board of Directors election process works for your co-op? Here’s an overview of director qualifications and steps taken to be on the ballot.
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05/02/2021
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04/16/2021
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04/12/2021
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03/29/2021
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03/18/2021
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03/05/2021
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03/03/2021
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03/01/2021
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03/01/2021
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02/26/2021
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02/23/2021
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Right-of-Way Seasonal Maintenance
In April, Tri-County EMC will begin 2021 herbicide application. NaturChem, our spraying contractor, will apply herbicide to keep trees, brush and foliage from interfering with the delivery of your electric service. Overgrown trees and other vegetation wit
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02/17/2021
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PaySite Kiosks Down for Maintenance, February 17, 2-3pm
The PaySite Kiosks located in our Tri-County EMC lobby and at several retailers in our service area will be down for maintenance on Wednesday, 2/17 from 2-3 pm. Our Drive-Thru kiosks at both office locations WILL be available during this time.
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01/27/2021
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Cold Weather Brings Higher Energy Usage
Cold days and nights in December and January brought true winter temperatures to the Tri-County service area. After a warm November, many members noticed a jump in their electric bill. “Cold temperatures really drive up energy usage, particularly for he
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01/27/2021
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EMCs Thank the PSC
In December, the Georgia Public Service Commission unanimously approved a cost-based formula for setting rates for attachments, such as phone or cable television, to cooperative power poles. Initially pressed to use a nationally set “FCC” rate, the Georgi
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01/12/2021
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Tri-County EMC Awards $30,000 in Bright Ideas Grants to Teachers
Tri-County EMC recently surprised 24 teachers in Baldwin, Jasper, Jones and Putnam Counties with educational grants totaling $30,000. Since 2008, Tri-County Electric Membership Cooperative has provided more than $300,000 in grants to local schools. Funded
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01/05/2021
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01/05/2021
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Payment Systems Down For Maintenance
Payment systems will be down for maintenance on Wednesday, January 6 from 6-7pm. Members will be unable to make payments during this time.
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01/04/2021
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Happy New Year - Message from Board Chair
As the pandemic continues, the safety of our employees and members is at the top of our list. We will continue to take all precautions necessary to keep everyone safe while continuing to provide reliable service. The New Year brings a new administration
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01/01/2021
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Save Energy with Advanced Power Strips
If making your home more energy efficient is on your list of resolutions this year, consider replacing your standard power strips with advanced power strips to save energy. Advanced power strips look like ordinary power strips, but they have built-in fe
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12/31/2020
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12/30/2020
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Payment Systems Down for Year End Maintenance
Due to year-end maintenance, our payment system will be down during the times listed below. No payments of any kind can be made, including at kiosks, until the upgrade is completed.
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12/10/2020
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Foundation Grants $21,256 in December
In December 2020, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grants to 8 organizations for projects, totaling $21,256.17 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities.
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12/09/2020
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Eatonton Drive-Thru Closed December 10-11
The Eatonton office drive-thru will be closed on Thursday, December 10 - Friday, December 11 for repaving. The office lobby also remains closed due to COVID-19. If you need to make a payment or have questions regarding your account, please call 1.866.25
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11/26/2020
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Be Merry and Bright - Guide to Lighting Labels
These days, consumers have endless options when it comes to purchasing light bulbs, but the labels can be confusing. Use the information below as a helpful guide for browsing bulbs. READ THE LABEL Under the Energy Labeling Rule, all light bulb manufactur
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11/25/2020
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Christmas Card Art Contest Winners
Kindergarten - 5th grade students were invited to participate in Tri-County’s Christmas Card Art Contest. 123 entries were submitted this year. The first place artwork, painted by Emma Trantham, will be featured on the Tri-County EMC Christmas Card.
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11/24/2020
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Happy Holidays To You!
The end of the year offers a time to reflect on the happenings of the past 12 months. While this year certainly did not turn out as expected, I’m grateful for the accomplishments we were able to achieve. First and foremost, we were able to keep our em
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11/19/2020
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Operation Roundup Scholarships Awarded
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two students in the service area twice per year. The scholarships are worth $1,000 and are awarded based on academics, financial need and service to oth
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11/16/2020
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Lineman Recognized as Hometown Hero
Joey Brown, a Tri-County EMC lineman in Gray, was recently awarded the Hometown Hero award from Koppers, the cooperative’s power pole provider. The purpose of the award is to recognize cooperative employees from across the nation who have made a substant
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10/27/2020
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Space Heaters Vs. Heat Pumps
The fall chill is in the air. You think to yourself, “How long can I go without turning on my heat?” Or, “Maybe I should just use my space heater until it really gets cold.” But is the space heater really the most efficient way to heat your home? While sp
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10/19/2020
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Tri-County EMC Holds Virtual Annual Meeting
Tri-County EMC’s Annual Meeting, like many things in 2020, looked a little different this year. Instead of meeting in our Community Room in our Gray office, the cooperative’s 81st annual meeting was held virtually, streamed on Facebook Live and on www.tri
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10/15/2020
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10/02/2020
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Christmas Card Art Contest
Tri-County EMC is seeking students (grades Kindergarten through 5th grade) to design the Tri-County EMC 2020 Christmas Card. Artwork provided by the students should be Christmas/Holiday themed and will be judged by a committee of employees. The overall wi
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- art contest
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10/01/2020
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October is National Cooperative Month
October is one of the best months on the calendar. It’s the first sign of cooler weather, colorful fall foliage and, of course, Halloween. In addition to all of these, October is exciting for Tri-County because it’s National Co-op Month! This is a time to
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- october
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10/01/2020
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Real Linemen Wear Pink
This month, our linemen will wear pink hardhats as they go into the field to repair and maintain power lines. The ultimate goal is to raise awareness for breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women after skin cancer. In f
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09/29/2020
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LIHEAP: Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded program that assists low-income households in heating or cooling their homes. The heating assistance application cycle begins November 1. If you are interested in applying, pleas
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09/28/2020
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Be Aware of Utility Scams
If you receive a call, email or text demanding an immediate payment of your electric bill, it could be a scam. As technology advances, so does the creativity of scammers. If you receive a suspicious phone call, follow the tips below:
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09/21/2020
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09/10/2020
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09/01/2020
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September is National Preparedness Month
National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to promote family and community disaster and emergency planning now and throughout the year. This is a great time to prepare your home for possible power outages due to natural disasters that may oc
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08/31/2020
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Tri-County EMC Election Ballots Sent September 14
Tri-County EMC’s Virtual Annual Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 15 at 2:00 PM at the Tri-County EMC Headquarters in Gray. The meeting will be live streamed on Tri-County’s Facebook page and will also be available on tri-countyemc.com. At the m
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08/28/2020
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Keeping Distance
At Tri-County EMC, we are taking a serious stance on our COVID-19 precautions. Our lobbies remain closed and employees are encourged to wear masks when around others.Offices are disinfected regularly. And social distancing is required both inside and outs
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08/18/2020
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07/28/2020
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07/01/2020
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06/29/2020
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Payment System Down for Maintenance
Due to system maintenance, members will be not be able to make payments or access the Tri-County EMC member portal from 5:30pm - 10:00pm on Monday, June 29. This includes payments on the website, kiosks, myTCEMC app, or by phone. Power outages can be rep
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06/26/2020
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Prepping for Hurricane Season
Hurricane season is upon us. Living in the southeast, we are reminded each year that, although we aren’t on the coast, we are not immune from the damage delivered by these strong storms.
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06/26/2020
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Nominating Committee Names Director Candidates
Each year, the Tri-County EMC Nominating Committee presents a slate of candidates for election to the cooperative’s board of directors. These nominees are voted on by the membership during the election each fall. On June 9, the 2020 Nominating Committee
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06/25/2020
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Three Local Students Awarded Cooperative Scholarships
Each year, Tri-County EMC awards $6,000 in scholarship funds through the Cooperative Scholarship. Three students from the Tri-County service area each received a $2,000 Tri-County EMC Cooperative Scholarship in June. Funds were awarded based on academics,
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06/19/2020
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05/28/2020
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Beat the Heat, Save Energy
STOP AIR LEAKS Add weather-stripping on doors and windows and caulk the cracks and plumbing penetrations to keep cool air inside and hot air from leaking into your home. PUT YOUR HOME IN SUMMER MODE During the summer, it’s best to run your fan in the cou
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05/27/2020
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Operation Roundup Scholarships Awarded
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two deserving students in the service area twice per year. The scholarships are worth $1,000 and are awarded based on academics, financial need and serv
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- scholarships awarded
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04/30/2020
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Power Restoration in a Pandemic
On the night of Easter Sunday, a line of severe thunderstorms approached middle Georgia. These storms were no surprise. For several days, meteorologists had forecast storms that left fatalities and severe damage in Mississippi and Alabama. But for Tri-Cou
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- covid
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04/29/2020
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04/28/2020
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Nelson Appointed to Board of Directors
On April 23, Tri-County EMC’s Board of Directors appointed Chap Nelson to fill the Post 2, District 1 board seat vacated by the retirement of longtime director, Chester Mercer. Nelson will begin his service at the May board of directors meeting and will f
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04/14/2020
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04/01/2020
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Patino Named Statewide Walter Harrison Scholarship Winner
Tri-County EMC is proud to present Jessica Patino of Putnam County with a 2020 Walter Harrison Scholarship. Jessica is one of 12 winners selected from applicants across the state for one of this year’s $1,000 scholarships. This year, 76 applicants applied
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03/31/2020
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03/25/2020
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03/13/2020
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03/03/2020
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Outage Texting Down for Maintenance March 3
Due to planned maintenance, Outage Texting will not be available from 9PM - 10PM on Tuesday, March 3. To report an outage, please call 1.833.myTCEMC (1.833.698.2362), use the myTCEMC app, or click here.
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02/22/2020
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Census: Be Counted. Make a Difference.
It’s Census Year! Every 10 years since 1790, the entire US population is counted. On April 1, the 2020 census count will begin. Each man, woman and child living in the US is required to be counted, as mandated by the Constitution. The census is more than
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02/22/2020
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Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp
Each year, Tri-County EMC selects a student to attend the Georgia Cooperative Council's Youth Leadership Conference, a five-day camp held each July at the FFA Camp in Covington. Participants develop leadership skills while learning about the role of coope
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02/21/2020
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Tri-County Welcomes New Right-of-Way Contractor
Keeping the lights on and providing safe service are two of our most important goals. Managing vegetation growth around power lines is critical to reliable service. Tri-County EMC is continuing its right-of-way maintenance efforts by partnering with a new
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02/21/2020
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Power Pole Inspections
Beginning this month, Tri-County EMC is contracting with Osmose Utilities to conduct pole inspections in our service area. Proper pole maintenance can reduce unnecessary replacement costs and add many years of durable service life to the power pole. Pleas
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02/21/2020
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Right-of-Way Seasonal Maintenance
In April, Tri-County EMC will begin 2020 herbicide application. NaturChem, our spraying contractor, will apply herbicide to keep trees, brush and foliage from interfering with the delivery of your electric service. Overgrown trees and other vegetation wit
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02/06/2020
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17 Outages Affecting 200 Meters
4:00 PM: There are currently 17 outages affecting 215 meters in our service area due to strong storms that passed through our area earlier today.
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01/29/2020
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Contact Information Update - Chance to Win $500
Communication is important. We want you to contact us when you have a power outage. And we want to contact you if there is an issue with your account, important storm information or survey opportunities. In an effort to obtain updated contact information,
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- contact information update
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01/28/2020
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The Truth Behind The Power Blink
You just got home from work, you put your bags down and you try to preheat the oven to start dinner. That’s when you see it - the blinking “12:00” on the digital clock. While you, begrudgingly, reset all of the digital clocks in your house before you sta
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01/08/2020
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Longtime Director Retires, Vacancy To Be Filled
On December 31, 2019, longtime Director Chester Mercer resigned from the Tri-County EMC Board after 25 years of dedicated service to the cooperative. Per bylaws the board will appoint a replacement.
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- nominations
- director
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01/02/2020
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Introducing EV365
Does your New Year’s resolution include saving money, making a difference in the environment, or maybe just adding something fun and exciting to your daily drive? You can check all three of those boxes with an electric vehicle. It’s no wonder that electri
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01/01/2020
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Happy New Year from Tri-County EMC
As we begin 2020, I would like to look ahead to the promise of the new year and to let you know about exciting things ahead. As a member of an electric cooperative, you are an owner in one of America’s most successful and influential business models. The
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12/31/2019
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Payment Systems Down Due To Year End Maintenance
Due to year-end maintenance, our computer system will be down from 6:00am until 12 Noon on New Year’s Day. No payments of any kind can be made, including at kiosks, until the upgrade is completed.
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12/31/2019
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12/30/2019
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Minimum Bill Change in January
Beginning January 2020, the minimum bill charge for residential and commercial accounts will increase by $1 per month. The minimum bill charge is located in the “Energy and Distribution” line item on your bill, along with your kWh usage. This minimum char
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12/17/2019
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12/11/2019
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12/05/2019
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Kiosk Maintenance on December 7
Our PaySite Kiosks will be down for maintenance beginning Saturday, December 7 at 11PM and ending at 1 AM on Sunday, December 8.
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12/05/2019
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Text Alerts
We have received a few messages regarding members not getting Tri-County EMC text notifications as they normally do regarding their account. After researching the issue, we have confirmed that our system is working properly. If you are having issues recei
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12/02/2019
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11/26/2019
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Happy Holidays to You
The holidays offer an opportunity to slow down and reflect. For all of us at Tri-County EMC, we are grateful for you, our co-op members. While our main focus is providing safe, reliable energy, we also want to give back. We want to help our community thri
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11/26/2019
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11/26/2019
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Washington Youth Tour Applications Available
Washington Youth Tour Applications are now available. If you know of a high school student looking for a life-changing summer trip, encourage them to apply for the Washington Youth Tour. A leadership and team-building experience, this all-expenses-paid tr
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11/25/2019
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Christmas Card Art Contest Winners
Students in grades Kindergarten through 5th were invited to participate in the Tri-County EMC Christmas Card Art Contest. Nearly 200 entries were submitted, and the top three submissions are shown below. The fi rst place artwork will be featured on the Tr
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11/24/2019
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11/20/2019
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Operation Roundup Scholarships Awarded
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two deserving students in the service area twice per year. The scholarships are worth $1,000 and are awarded based on academics, financial need and serv
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11/14/2019
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Payments Down November 16
Due to system maintenance and upgrades, members will be unable to access their accounts or make payments on Saturday, November 16 from 8 AM - 3 PM. If you need to make a payment to your account, please do so by Friday, November 15.
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11/04/2019
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Lobby Renovations in Gray Office
Please excuse our dust! Lobby renovations in the Gray office have begun for safety and accessibility enhancements. While the lobby will remain open, we encourage you to use the drive-thru, kiosks or make payments online if possible to avoid the mess.
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10/31/2019
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Call 1.833.myTCEMC to Report an Outage
If you prefer to call in your outage, jump to the head of the line by calling 1.833.MYTCEMC during an outage. In addition to reporting outages by myTCEMC app, website, text and our phone number, we have added a phone number dedicated to outage reporting.
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10/29/2019
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Space Heaters Vs. Heat Pumps
The fall chill is in the air. You think to yourself, “How long can I go without turning on my heat?” Or, “Maybe I should just use my space heater until it really gets cold.” But is the space heater really the most efficient way to heat your home? While sp
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10/23/2019
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10/23/2019
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Tri-County EMC Holds 80th Annual Meeting
Tri-County EMC’s 80th Annual Meeting was held Thursday, October 17 at the cooperative’s headquarters in Gray. Cooperative members, employees and a number of local and state officials gathered for the co-op’s annual business meeting. Through voting by mail
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10/21/2019
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10/01/2019
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October Is National Cooperative Month
When you think of October, pumpkins, Halloween and beautiful fall foliage naturally come to mind. But October is notable for another reason – it’s National Co-op Month! This is the time of year when cooperatives across the country, including Tri-County EM
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09/30/2019
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $8,000 in September
In September 2019, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grants for 3 projects, totaling $8,000 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities.
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- Grants
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08/26/2019
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Evaluate Your Home's Energy Effiency
Getting the most for your energy dollar is important. You want a comfortable home with good indoor air quality and reasonable energy bills. By using information and guidelines from our online Energy Efficiency Center, you can do simple things to cut down
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08/26/2019
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September is National Preparedness Month
National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to promote family and community disaster and emergency planning now and throughout the year. This is a great time to prepare your home for possible power outages due to natural disasters that may oc
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08/25/2019
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Operation Roundup Scholarship Applications Due October 15
In addition to funding community grants, the Tri-County EMC Foundation offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students—with preference given to non-traditional students—to help pay their college costs.
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- roundup
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08/23/2019
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Tri-County EMC Election in Progress, Annual Meeting October 17
Tri-County EMC’s Annual Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 17 at 2:00 PM at the Tri-County EMC Headquarters in Gray. At the meeting, attendees will get an overview of the cooperative’s business over the past year. An important part of the Tri-Co
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07/29/2019
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Tri-County EMC 2019 Board of Directors Election
Tri-County EMC's 2019 Annual Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 17 at 2:00 PM at the Tri-County EMC office in Gray. Directors from Post 3 of Districts 1, 2 and 3 are up for re-election this year. Members are encouraged to cast their vote for a cha
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- election
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07/26/2019
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Joint Use Pole Attachment Audit
Tri-County EMC has contracts that allow cable and telephone companies to attach their equipment to power poles in order to deliver their services to customers in our service area. Every five years, Tri-County performs an audit of our poles to confirm what
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07/25/2019
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Local Student Represents Tri-County EMC at Youth Conference
Jesse Kimsey, a student at Jones County High School, represented Tri-County EMC at the Georgia Cooperative Youth Conference held July 15-19 at the Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center in Covington. The mission of the conference is to educate students about cooperativ
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- youth camp
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07/24/2019
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Residential Appliance Saturation Survey
Tri-County EMC will be conducting a residential consumer survey this fall. The purpose of this survey is to collect information needed to plan for the future. Your participation in the survey is very important to us, so please consider completing the on
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07/16/2019
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Local Students Attend EMC Washington Youth Tour
Calleigh Reber, Katherine Embry and Rebecca Hildreth of Putnam County recently represented Tri-County EMC on the Washington Youth Tour, a week-long leadership experience exclusively for teens sponsored by the electric cooperatives in Georgia. From June
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07/03/2019
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07/03/2019
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July 4 Holiday Hours
Tri-County EMC offices will close at 4PM on Wednesday, July 3 and reopen on Friday, July 5 at 8 AM in observance of Independence Day.
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06/27/2019
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06/25/2019
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Offices Closed, Payment Systems Down June 26
Due to scheduled maintenance and upgrades, our offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 26 until 12 noon. During this time, we will be unable to take payments. This includes payments via website, phone, myTCEMC app and PaySite Kiosk. If you have an out
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- payment systems down
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06/25/2019
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Bright Ideas Grant Applications Available, Due September 15
As a cooperative, we at Tri-County EMC pride ourselves on our commitment to the community. Throughout the year, the cooperative awards scholarships and grants to organizations and individuals in our service area to strengthen the communities we serve. All
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06/20/2019
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Widespread Outages, Report Outages by Phone
The storms that passed through our service area earlier this afternoon caused more than 2,500 meters to lose power. In addition, Tri-County EMC lost the capability to receive outages via website and app. To report an outage, please call 1.866.254.8100 or
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06/17/2019
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Three Students Awarded Cooperative Scholarships
Each year, Tri-County EMC awards $6,000 in scholarship funds through the Cooperative Scholarship. Three students from the Tri-County service area each received a $2,000 Tri-County EMC Cooperative Scholarship in May. Funds were awarded based on academics,
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- scholarship
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06/12/2019
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $18,200 in June 2019
During the June meeting, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grants for 7 projects, totaling $18,100 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. The organizations chosen to receive funds this quarter
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- Grants
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06/11/2019
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05/28/2019
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05/28/2019
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05/27/2019
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05/26/2019
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05/01/2019
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05/01/2019
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Co-op Hosts EV19
On April 26, Tri-County EMC, in partnership with the Milledgeville-Baldwin Chamber of Commerce, hosted an Electric Vehicle Demonstration Day at Central Georgia Technical College’s Milledgeville Campus. Approximately 150 attendees heard from nationally-k
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04/22/2019
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03/29/2019
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Test Drive An Electric Vehicle at EV19
After the cooperative’s purchase of a Nissan Leaf in January, Tri-County EMC employees have gotten behind the wheel to learn and understand the electric vehicle (EV) industry. Now we want you to give it a try. “The only way to really understand the hype
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03/25/2019
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Three Local Students Chosen for Washington Youth Tour
Tri-County EMC has chosen three students to represent the co-op for Georgia EMC’s Washington Youth Tour. Kate Embry, Rebecca Hildreth and Calleigh Reber will join 110 Georgia high school students on the week long leadership event this June. The Georgia st
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- Leadership
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03/22/2019
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Lineman Appreciation Day is April 8
Electric Membership Cooperatives across the country, including Tri-County EMC, are joining together this month to celebrate electric utility linemen. “Our linemen work very hard to keep power flowing to your home and they don’t always get the recognitio
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03/13/2019
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03/01/2019
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Tri-County Purchases First Electric Vehicle
In January, Tri-County EMC purchased the cooperative's first electric vehicle, a Nissan Leaf. The car will be driven primarily by our energy services and communications staff. With a range of 140 miles on a charge, the car is easily capable of being drive
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03/01/2019
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Power Pole Inspections Begin In March
Beginning this month, Tri-County EMC is contracting with Osmose Utilities to conduct pole inspections in our service area. Proper pole maintenance can reduce unnecessary replacement costs and add many years of durable service life to the power pole. Pleas
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03/01/2019
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Electric Pickup Trucks Are On The Way
For rural EMC members, one of the big knocks on the practicality of electric vehicles has been the absence of an EV pickup truck for hauling loads or pulling trailers around the home or farm. The savings available on fuel costs from driving an EV every da
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02/28/2019
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Right-Of-Way Seasonal Maintenance Begins in April
Beginning in April, Tri-County EMC will work with NaturChem for herbicide application to keep trees, brush and foliage from interfering with the delivery of your electric service. Overgrown trees and other vegetation within 15 feet of overhead power lines
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02/27/2019
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Walter Harrison Scholarship Finalist Named
Kelsi Schell was named Tri-County EMC's finalist for the Walter Harrison Scholarship. She will go on to compete in the statewide scholarship competition for one of eleven $1,000 scholarships. Statewide scholarship winners will be announced in April. Kelsi
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- scholarship
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02/25/2019
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Automated Account Tools Save Time
For busy people, time is a valuable commodity. While our customer service representatives are always ready to help, there are times where a faster solution might be right for you. These automated tools help you skip to the head of the line. Using the App:
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02/01/2019
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Scholarships Available
As part of Tri-County EMC's commitment to our local community, each year we offer a number of leadership and scholarship opportunities to area youth. Applications for the following scholarships are due on April 15, 2019.
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02/01/2019
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01/31/2019
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12/27/2018
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12/27/2018
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Message from the Chairman
Tri-County EMC has a strong foundation and is ready for the challenges and opportunities that will come our way in 2019.
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12/27/2018
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Georgia Magazine
All Tri-County EMC members will receive a complementary copy of Georgia Magazine in January.
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12/27/2018
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2019 Washington Youth Tour Applications Now Available
Tri-County EMC is accepting applications from area high school students for consideration in the prestigious Washington Youth Tour, a unique, all-expenses-paid, leadership opportunity available each year to students in Georgia. The two students chosen wil
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12/27/2018
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12/27/2018
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12/06/2018
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11/28/2018
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Tri-County EMC to Host Christmas Tree Recycling Event
Bring your Christmas trees and natural wreaths to the Overland Way Convenience Center on Saturday, January 5. Tri-County EMC’s right-of-way contractor, Asplundh, will be chipping trees from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Mulch chipped from the trees will be availabl
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- christmas tree recycling
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11/21/2018
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Washington Youth Tour Applications Now Available
Washington Youth Tour Applications are now available. If you know of a high school student looking for a life-changing summer trip, encourage them to apply for the Washington Youth Tour. A leadership and team-building experience, this all-expenses-paid tr
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11/18/2018
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LIHEAP: Georgia’s Heating Assistance Program
The Georgia Department of Human Services provides assistance on heating bills through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to low-income families, the elderly and other applicants who qualify. When applying for assistance, be sure to hav
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11/15/2018
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11/14/2018
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Phone Scam Reported In Our Area
There has been a phone scam reported in our area. The caller claimed he was from another utility but hired by Tri-County EMC to disconnect service. He demanded payment from the member in cash in order to avoid power disconnection. Remember that Tri-Coun
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11/14/2018
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11/07/2018
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Tri-County EMC Awards $30,000 in Bright Ideas Grants to Teachers
Tri-County EMC recently surprised 25 teachers in Baldwin, Jasper, Jones and Putnam Counties with educational grants totaling $30,000. Since 2008, Tri-County Electric Membership Cooperative has provided more $240,000 in grants to local schools. Funded by u
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11/07/2018
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Storms Bring Scattered Outages
We currently have 16 outages affecting 302 meters in our service area. Our crews are working to restore power. We ask for your patience, as many of the outage repairs will restore power to smaller numbers of meters at one time. If you need to report a
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11/05/2018
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Tri-County EMC Hosts Electric Vehicle Day
On November 1, Tri-County EMC, in partnership with the Eatonton-Putnam Chamber of Commerce, hosted an Electric Vehicle Demonstration Day at the Plaza in Eatonton. More than 150 attendees heard from nationally-known speakers about the growing electric ve
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- ev day
- electric vehicle day
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11/02/2018
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Power Theft Tip Line
Stealing electricity is a serious safety concern for the public, for utility company employees and for government agencies. It is illegal, it raises the cost of electricity for all customers, and it can lead to serious injury or death from electrical shoc
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11/02/2018
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Operation Roundup Grant Applications Due December 1
About Operation Roundup: Operation Roundup is funded by voluntary contributions from Tri-County members to the Tri-County EMC Foundation. Participants in the program have their monthly bill rounded up to the next dollar, with that surplus amount going to
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11/01/2018
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11/01/2018
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Are Space Heaters More Efficient Than Heat Pumps?
The fall chill is in the air. You think to yourself, “How long can I go without turning on my heat?” Or, “Maybe I should just use my space heater until it really gets cold.” But is the space heater really the most efficient way to heat your home? While sp
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10/22/2018
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10/19/2018
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Tri-County EMC Hosts 79th Annual Meeting
Tri-County EMC’s 79th Annual Meeting was held Thursday, October 18 at the cooperative’s headquarters in Gray. Cooperative members, employees and a number of local and state officials gathered for the co-op’s annual business meeting. Through voting by mail
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10/19/2018
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Tri-County EMC Hosts 79th Annual Meeting
Tri-County EMC’s 79th Annual Meeting was held Thursday, October 18 at the cooperative’s headquarters in Gray. Cooperative members, employees and a number of local and state officials gathered for the co-op’s annual business meeting. Through voting by mail
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10/17/2018
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Phone Outage
We are currently experiencing a telephone and internet outage which is affecting our ability to
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10/16/2018
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Phone System Upgrade on Tuesday
Due to a phone system upgrade, Tri-County EMC phones will be down intermittently from 5PM-7PM. If you cannot get through by calling 478-986-8100, please call 706-485-6122.
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- phone system upgrade
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10/10/2018
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Hurricane Michael Restoration
Hurricane Michael, now a strong Category 4, will hit the Gulf Coast today. It will make landfall very close to Panama City. For our area, forecasts now show Hurricane Michael entering central Georgia as a Category 1 Hurricane and downgrading to a tropica
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10/02/2018
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Electric Vehicles: A Great Way to Commute And A Great Investment
It’s not surprising that electric vehicles continue to gain popularity across the world. When you compare operating costs, EVs are hands-down the winner for fuel costs and maintenance. With a rapidly growing range of electric cars and SUVs available and f
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- electric vehicle
- efficiency
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10/01/2018
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09/30/2018
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Cooperatives See The Future
Dramatic changes are transforming all aspects of the energy industry. Interest in renewable energy is at an all-time high, and ultimately consumers want greater control over their energy use and payment methods. The prevalence of smart-phone apps and “sma
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09/18/2018
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Phone System Upgrade
Due to a scheduled upgrade, our phone system will be down intermittently on Thursday, September 20 from 5pm-9pm. If you do have trouble getting through, please wait a few minutes and try the call again.
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09/18/2018
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $9,507 in September
In September 2018, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grants for 7 projects, totaling $9,507 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. The organizations that received funds this quarter are:
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09/11/2018
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08/29/2018
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08/28/2018
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Operation Roundup Scholarship Applications Due October 15
In addition to funding community grants, the Tri-County EMC Foundation offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students—with preference given to non-traditional students—to help pay their college costs.
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- scholarship
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07/30/2018
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07/26/2018
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07/17/2018
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07/17/2018
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Students Return From Washington D.C.
Jenna Mullis of Putnam County and Daniel Hicks of Jones County recently represented Tri-County EMC on the Washington Youth Tour, a week-long leadership experience exclusively for teens sponsored by the electric cooperatives in Georgia. From June 7-14, Mu
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- Washington Youth Tour
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07/03/2018
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Office Closed on July 4
Tri-County EMC Offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen on Thursday, July 5th at 8 AM.
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- july 4
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06/27/2018
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Top 4 Reasons to Enroll in ourSolar
Tri-County EMC’s Cooperative Solar Program, ourSolar, gives you the opportunity to have solar energy for your home without installing panels on your property. The energy for ourSolar comes from our 1 MW solar array in Putnam County. Energy produced by you
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06/25/2018
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Phone System Outages Due to Upgrades on June 27
Due to upgrades on our phone system, we will be unable to take payments on Wednesday, June 27 from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. The phone system will have intermittent outages during this time. To report a power outage call 478-986-8100. If you cannot get through,
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06/19/2018
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06/18/2018
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06/12/2018
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Unable to Take Payments 6-7PM on June 13
Due to scheduled maintenance, we will be unable to take payments from 6pm - 7pm on Wednesday, June 13. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause.
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- payments
- inconvenience
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05/30/2018
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Payments No Longer Accepted in Field: Ways to Pay
Each month, members are sent a bill, or e-bill, letting them know when their payment for electric service is due. If your account is past due, you are sent a reminder notice by mail or email and a courtesy phone call to the phone numbers we have on your a
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- disconnects
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05/30/2018
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Protect Your Linemen: Don't Attach Objects to Poles
What do yard sale signs, security cameras, satellite dishes, deer stands and birdhouses have in common? They are often found illegally attached to utility poles. While attaching objects to poles may seem innocent, they can put our linemen at risk. Tri-C
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05/29/2018
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Become Summer's Biggest Fan: Energy Saving Tips
Summer is a great time of year — synonymous with sunshine and vacation. But in Georgia, summer also means it’s hot and humid. Really hot and humid! To keep your home cool and humidity low, your air conditioner will likely run more, causing your energy use
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05/29/2018
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Save Paper: Vote Online
To opt out of paper ballots and vote online during this year’s annual election, visit us online at www.tri-countyemc.com/ voting.cms and complete the form or give us a call at 1.866.254.8100. By opting out of paper balloting and choosing to vote online, y
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05/25/2018
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05/24/2018
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05/24/2018
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Meter Upgrade
We will be changing out meters over the next 18 months. We will be installing new meters that utilize powerline carrier technology – the same we’ve used for the past decade. These new meters will let us know when your power is out so that we can quickly r
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05/23/2018
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Phone Scam Alert
We’ve heard several reports of individuals receiving scam phone calls demanding payment for their Tri-County EMC bill. The caller states they are with Tri-County EMC and tells the person that this is their final chance to make a payment on their account.
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05/23/2018
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Two Students Earn Scholarships From Tri-County EMC Foundation
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two deserving students in the service area twice per year. The scholarships are worth $1,000 and are awarded based on academics, financial need and serv
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- operation roundup scholarship
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05/18/2018
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Strong Storms Cause Outages
Strong storms caused several outages in the southern part of our service area this afternoon. Crews are working to restore power as quickly as possible.
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05/16/2018
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Information Update Contest Winner
In March, we invited members to update their contact information with us for a chance to win an iPad Mini or a $400 bill credit. All members that updated their information before April 30 received a $5 bill credit and were given one entry into the drawing
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- information update contest
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05/03/2018
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Unable to Take Payments May 3, 5:30-8:30PM
Due to scheduled maintenance, we will be unable to take payments on Thursday, May 3 from 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. The phone system will have intermittent outages during this time. To report a power outage call 478-986-8100. If you cannot get through, call 706-4
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05/01/2018
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May is Electrical Safety Month
May is Electrical Safety Month. Whether you are working on a construction project or simply plugging in an appliance in your home, it is important to think about safety when you are working with electricity. Follow these tips to learn how to recognize haz
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04/29/2018
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04/12/2018
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Eatonton Office Drive Thru Closed April 13
The drive-thru at the Eatonton office will be closed for maintenance on Friday, April 13 from 10AM -1PM. If you need to make a payment this time, please plan to go inside the office. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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04/01/2018
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03/30/2018
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April is Lineman Appreciation Month
Electric Membership Cooperatives across the country, including Tri-County EMC, are joining together this month to support electric utility linemen whose expertise and knowledge are vital each day but especially when critical outages occur and power restor
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- lineman appreciation
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03/30/2018
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Cooperative Conference for Couples
The Co-op Education Conference for Couples is a three-day, expenses-paid retreat held in August 3-5 at the Ridges Resort on Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee, GA. It is a great opportunity for couples to gain valuable insight about the economic and service opport
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- cooperative couples conference
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03/29/2018
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LEDs: The New Favorite Lightbulb
Incandescent lightbulbs—the ones that we screwed into table lamps and overhead fixtures since the beginning of electricity—have become relics since the U.S. government ordered that manufacturers stop making most of them in 2014. Is the compact fluorescent
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03/27/2018
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Delegates Chosen for 2108 Washington Youth Tour
Daniel Hicks of Jones County and Jenna Mullis of Putnam County have been chosen to represent Tri-County EMC on the 2018 Washington Youth Tour (WYT), an all-expense paid leadership experience sponsored by electric membership cooperatives in Georgia.
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- Washington Youth Tour
- Leadership
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03/15/2018
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03/01/2018
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Minimum Bill Change in March
Starting March 2018, the minimum bill charge for residential and commercial accounts will increase by $2 per month. The minimum bill charge is located in the Energy and Distribution line item on your bill, along with your kWh usage. This minimum charge in
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02/27/2018
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02/26/2018
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Walter Harrison Scholarship Finalist Named
Peyton Walker was named Tri-County EMC's finalist for the Walter Harrison Scholarship. She will go on to compete in the statewide scholarship competition for one of eleven $1,000 scholarships. Statewide scholarship winners will be announced in April. Pey
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- scholarships
- walter harrison
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02/23/2018
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Phone Lines Down For Maintenance
On Friday, February 23 beginning at 5PM, there will be a possible brief outage of our main phone line (1.866.254.8100 or 478.986.8100). If you have issues getting in touch with us, please use 706-485-6122.
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02/15/2018
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$30,000 in Bright Ideas Grants Awarded to Teachers
Tri-County EMC recently surprised 25 teachers in Baldwin, Jasper, Jones and Putnam Counties with educational grants totaling $30,000. Since 2008, Tri-County Electric Membership Cooperative has provided more than $210,000 in grants to local schools. Funded
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- Grants
- Bright Ideas
- schools
- education
- technology
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02/01/2018
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Scholarships Available from Tri-County EMC
As part of Tri-County EMC’s commitment to our local community, each year we offer a number of leadership and scholarship opportunities to area youth.
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- scholarships
- cooperative
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01/31/2018
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Cold January Brings Higher Energy Usage
The new year brought extreme cold to our service area during the first week of January. Members endured lows in the teens and highs not surpassing the 40s the entire week. Although there were warm days, the extreme cold continued to make appearances throu
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- cold
- high energy usage
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01/30/2018
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2018 Washington Youth Tour Applications Due February 15
Tri-County EMC is accepting applications from area high school students for consideration in the prestigious Washington Youth Tour, a unique, all-expenses-paid, leadership opportunity available each year to students in Georgia. The two students chosen wil
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- Washington Youth Tour
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01/30/2018
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Using Devices Wisely: Smart Technology for Energy Efficiency
If 25 years ago someone said you’d be able to change the temperature of your home from your phone while you are sitting in your office at work, the first thought would have been “impossible”. But smart appliances and smart homes aren’t just a thing of the
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01/28/2018
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01/28/2018
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Enroll in Outage Texting for Easy Outage Reporting
Our outage texting program gives you a quick and easy way to notify Tri-County EMC when your power goes out. Just set up your account using the steps below and text OUT to 85700 if your power goes out.
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01/17/2018
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Altered Hours Due to Possible Dangerous Road Conditions
Due to forecast dangerous road conditions, Tri-County EMC will close our customer service/payment offices in Gray and Eatonton at 4 PM today and reopen at 10 AM Thursday morning. You may still make payments by phone, website, or our mobile app. Should we
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01/16/2018
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Snow Expected During the Night
A 40% chance of snow has been forecasted for late Tuesday (1/16) night into early Wednesday (1/17) morning.
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- Outage
- snow
- ice
- power
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01/03/2018
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Christmas Tree Recycling
Bring your Christmas trees and natural wreaths to the Overland Way Convenience Center (153 Overland Way, Gray, GA) on Saturday, January 6. Tri-County EMC's right-of-way contractor, Asplundh, will be chipping trees from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Mulch chipped fr
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- christmas tree recycling
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01/02/2018
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Message from the Chairman
Welcome to 2018. Although the date has just changed, we have been planning and preparing for the year for quite a while. It is our responsibility to look into the future, prepare for uncertainties, plan for growth and, most importantly, continue to provid
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01/02/2018
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Minimum Bill Change in March 2018
Starting March 2018, the minimum bill charge for residential and commercial accounts will increase by $2 per month. The minimum bill charge is located in the Energy and Distribution line item on your bill, along with your kWh usage. This minimum charge in
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01/01/2018
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Complimentary Issue of Georgia Magazine
Check your mailbox! A complimentary issue of Georgia Magazine will be delivered to you in January. Georgia Magazine celebrates the Georgia lifestyle, including stories on local food, travel, gardening, general interest and more.
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- Washington Youth Tour
- georgia magazine
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01/01/2018
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Walter Harrison Scholarship Applications Due February 10
The Walter Harrison Scholarship is open to all undergraduate college students whose primary household is served by an EMC. A panel of judges from Tri-County EMC will select one undergraduate semi-finalist to compete for a $1,000 scholarship at the state l
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- scholarship
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12/31/2017
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Online Bill Pay and Kiosks Down For Maintenance
Due to scheduled year-end maintenance, online bill payment, paysite kiosks and the automated phone system will be down on Thursday, January 1 from 6:00 AM until approximately 2:00 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your c
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12/31/2017
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Cooperatives Helping Cooperatives
As a cooperative, Tri-County EMC is founded on 7 Cooperative Principles. A crew of our linemen put one of those principles, Cooperation Among Cooperatives, to use last month as they travelled to Carroll EMC, headquartered in Carrollton, GA, to assist in p
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- cooperatives helping cooperatives
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12/28/2017
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12/22/2017
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12/19/2017
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12/19/2017
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12/08/2017
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12/05/2017
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Payment Capability Down for Maintenance
Due to scheduled maintenance, Tri-County EMC will be unable to take payments from 5:30pm until midnight on Wednesday, December 6. Alerts will also be unavailable during this time.
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12/01/2017
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LIHEAP: Georgia's Heating Assistance Program
The Georgia Department of Human Services provides assistance on heating bills through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to low-income families, the elderly and other applicants who qualify. When applying for assistance, be sure to hav
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- LIHEAP
- heating assistance
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12/01/2017
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Operation Roundup Scholarship Winners Announced
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two deserving students in the service area twice per year. The scholarships, judged anonymously, are worth $1,000 and are awarded based on academics, fi
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- operation roundup scholarship winners
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11/28/2017
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Cooperative Hosts Legislative Breakfast
ri-County EMC held its annual Eggs and Energy Issues legislative breakfast on Thursday, November 16 at the cooperative’s headquarters in Gray.
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- legislative breakfast
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11/27/2017
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Eatonton Office Closed on November 29, 8-12noon
Our Eatonton office will be closed on Wednesday, November 29 from 8:00 AM until noon. You will still be able to conduct business at our Gray office, at www.tri-countyemc.com and via phone by calling 1.866.254.8100.
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- eatonton office closed
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11/09/2017
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Email Notifications Down
Due to technical issues, members that normally receive email notifications regarding billing and usage on their Tri-County EMC account will not receive those at this time. Text notifications WILL still be sent.
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10/20/2017
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Co-op Holds 78th Annual Meeting
Members of Tri-County EMC, employees and local and state dignitaries gathered on October 19 for the 78th annual meeting of Tri-County EMC at the headquarters in Gray, GA. Billy Jerles, the cooperative’s General Counsel, announced election results for the
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10/04/2017
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Tropical Depression May Impact Middle Georgia
Over the coming weekend, a tropical depression is scheduled to make its way through the Tri-County EMC service area. Gusty winds and heavy rains are expected. Power outages may occur and we encourage you to be prepared.
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- Outage
- tropical depression
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10/03/2017
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Christmas Card Art Contest: Artwork Due November 10
Tri-County EMC is seeking students (grades Kindergarten through 5th grade) to design the Tri-County EMC 2017 Christmas Card. Artwork provided by the students should be Christmas/Holiday themed and will be judged by a committee of employees. The overall wi
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- christmas card art contest
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10/02/2017
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Backfeeding Helps Keep Power On
One of the success stories of the Irma restoration was the ability to shift load and backfeed circuits, particularly after the failure of a substation transformer just as the storm’s fury arrived. Instead of leaving several thousand members in the dark un
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- irma
- power restoration
- tropical storm
- backfeeding
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10/01/2017
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Irma Deals Severe Blow
On September 11, 2017, Tropical Storm Irma moved into the Tri-County EMC service area dealing our members and community a severe blow. We spent the week before gathering supplies and preparing to feed and house employees and visiting linemen for multiple
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- irma
- power restoration
- tropical storm
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09/27/2017
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09/19/2017
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Usage Estimates During Irma Outage
We have had questions about usage on the app or website graphs of energy usage during the Irma outage. The daily bars on the graph are using estimated usage from the last day you had power.
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09/17/2017
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09/07/2017
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09/05/2017
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IVR System Down on September 7
Our Automated Voice Response, or IVR, system will be down on Thursday, September 7 from 8:30 AM until 12:00 Noon. Our Customer Service Representatives will be available during this time, but callers may experience a longer wait time than normal.
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- ivr
- phone system
- down
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08/23/2017
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Annual Board of Directors Election Ballots Coming in September
Each year, Tri-County EMC holds a membership meeting along with an election. This year’s Annual Meeting is Thursday, October 19 at 2:00 PM. This year, directors in Post 1 of Districts 1, 2 & 3 are up for re-election. Because cooperatives are own
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- annual meeting
- Annual Election
- Tri-County EMC annual Meeting
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08/22/2017
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Bright Ideas Grant Applications Now Available
The Bright Ideas grant program, sponsored by Tri-County EMC, provides grants for teachers to improve education in local classrooms through innovative projects in grades Pre-K through 12 that would not otherwise be funded. Georgia certified public or priva
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- bright ideas grants
- money for classroom
- teachers grants
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08/21/2017
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Scholarship Applications Due October 15
In addition to funding community grants, the Tri-County EMC Foundation offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students—with preference given to non-traditional students—to help pay their college costs. (66028001) Through Operation Roundup, a t
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- operation roundup scholarship
- scholarship
- money for school
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08/01/2017
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08/01/2017
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How Power Is Restored
During the summer, afternoon thunderstorms are common and can result in power outages due to lightning strikes or wind-damaged trees.
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08/01/2017
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Local Student Attends Youth Leadership Camp
Devin Woodard, a student at Jones County High School, represented Tri-County EMC at the Georgia Cooperative Youth Conference held July 17-21 at the Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center in Covington. The mission of the conference is to educate students about cooperati
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- youth leadership camp
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07/26/2017
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Members Receiving Scam Calls
You can’t always trust Caller ID on your phone. Spoofing, the latest scam, makes you think a phone call is coming from a legitimate company when it is really coming from a scammer. Some members have received calls from spoofed numbers asking bills be paid
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07/19/2017
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Students Return from Washington D.C.
Jonathan Daniel of Putnam County and Bitleigh Vu of Baldwin County recently represented Tri-County EMC on the Washington Youth Tour, a week-long leadership experience exclusively for teens sponsored by the electric cooperatives in Georgia, including Tri-C
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06/30/2017
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $22,058 in June
During the June meeting, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 8 grant projects, totaling $22,058 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities.
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06/29/2017
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OurSolar Celebrates 1 Year
In July 2016, Tri-County kicked off ourSolar, a new cooperative solar program, with energy to be generated from a 1 MW solar facility in Eatonton, Georgia. It was an exciting time for the cooperative, with the construction of one of the largest solar arra
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06/29/2017
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Play It Safe Around Electricity
During summer, kids will spend their days outside playing in the yard or may move their games inside to keep cool. We encourage you or be mindful of the dangers of electricity and to share electrical safety tips with your children.
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06/28/2017
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Disaster-Proof Your Account
It is our goal to make the bill payment process as easy as possible for you. While many members enjoy coming to the office to pay a bill, an increasing number of members want to pay online via the myTCEMC app or our website.
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06/27/2017
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Summer Energy Saving Tips For Your Home
It’s official. The summer heat is here. As temperatures rise, so does your home’s energy usage. Fortunately, there are many ways to stay cool this summer, while saving money. Combat high energy usage and lower your bill with the following tips:
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06/07/2017
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Scam Calls to Members in Jones County
Scammers are contacting people in our service area to offer special vacation rental deals. The phone number they are calling from shows up as Tri-County EMC, phone number 478-986-9026, on caller ID, but has no affiliation with the company.
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05/31/2017
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How Is Your Electric Dollar Used?
Have you ever wondered where your money goes when you pay your electric bill to Tri-County EMC? It may surprise you that most of each dollar pays for the actual electricity that goes to your home. What’s left over pays for equipment materials, labor, inte
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05/30/2017
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Maintaining Right-of-Way - Drought and Beetle Causing Tree Deaths
Have you noticed dead pine trees? Warm temperatures and drought have led to an outbreak of pine beetles. The drought is putting stress on trees and making them more prone to beetle infestations. The Ips Engraver Beetle, in particular, has infected thousan
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- tree deaths
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05/30/2017
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Two Students Earn Scholarships from Tri-County EMC Foundation
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two deserving students in the service area twice per year. The scholarships are worth $1,000 and are awarded based on academics, financial need and serv
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- scholarships operation roundup
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05/28/2017
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2017 Cooperative Scholarship Recipients
Each year, Tri-County EMC awards $6,000 in scholarship funds through the Cooperative Scholarship. Three students from the Tri-County service area each received a $2,000 Tri-County EMC Cooperative Scholarship last month. Funds were awarded based on academi
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05/26/2017
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05/26/2017
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05/24/2017
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05/09/2017
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EMC Leaders Meet On Capitol Hill
Directors, managers and key staff with Tri-County EMC recently met in Washington, D.C. for the annual National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Legislative Conference. (86504001) During April 23-25, approximately 150 EMC leaders from Georgi
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04/26/2017
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Home Energy Management
he first step of managing your energy consumption is knowing how much energy you use. Your monthly bill statement shows the number of kWhs you use each month, but daily usage data — available through the myTCEMC app — allows you to see patterns of energy
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- energy savings
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04/26/2017
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Seasonal Right of Way Maintenance Begins
In May, Tri-County EMC will work with NaturChem for herbicide application to keep trees, brush and foliage from interfering with the delivery of your electric service. Overgrown trees and other vegetation within 15 feet of overhead power lines are trimmed
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04/25/2017
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Get to Know Your Cooperative - Election Information
One of the most important benefits of cooperative membership is your right to elect board members to represent you in running your cooperative. Elections are held annually and any member meeting the minimum qualifications can be elected to serve on the bo
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- board of directors election
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04/23/2017
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Now Accepting Applications for Cooperative Couples Conference
Tri-County EMC is now accepting applications for the Cooperative Couples Conference. This conference, scheduled for August 11 - 13 on Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee, GA, is designed for couples to network with leaders of cooperatives and learn the economic and
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04/20/2017
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Delegates Chosen for Washington Youth Tour
Tri-County EMC has chosen two students to represent the co-op for Georgia EMC’s Washington Youth Tour. Jonathan Daniel and BitLeigh Vu will join 110 Georgia high school students on the week-long leadership event this June. The Georgia students will join m
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04/03/2017
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03/30/2017
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Member Satisfaction Survey Coming Soon
In May, Tri-County EMC will begin surveying members about their satisfaction with the cooperative. About 300 Tri-County EMC members will be surveyed by telephone each quarter. Each survey will only take about seven to ten minutes. “I hope that every membe
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03/28/2017
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Investing in Reliability
When you flip a light switch, you expect the lights to come on. When you plug in your phone, you expect it to charge. At Tri-County EMC, it is our job provide to you with reliable electric service to help make your life easier. We know outages interrupt y
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03/28/2017
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Lineman Appreciation Month in April
Throughout April, we will celebrate the true heroes of the electric business—our linemen. During Lineman Appreciation Month, we honor the linemen who work to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of electricity.
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03/27/2017
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Trees A Crowd: Right-of-Way Maintenance Benefits You
We all appreciate trees. They provide shade on warm days, help keep homes cool, add privacy and can even increase property value. Everyone also appreciates electric service. Unfortunately, trees and power lines do not mix.
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03/22/2017
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Walter Harrison Scholarship Finalist Named
bbey Reber was named Tri-County EMC's finalist for the Walter Harrison Scholarship. She will go on to compete in the statewide scholarship competition for one of seven $1,000 scholarships. Statewide scholarship winners will be announced later this month.
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- walter harrison
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03/15/2017
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02/28/2017
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Rate Changes Beginning in April
As mentioned in the January Current Lines, there will be a change in rates on your April bill statement. Following a 2016 study, the Tri-County EMC board of directors determined that in order to cover costs to serve each rate class and to continue deliver
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02/27/2017
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02/14/2017
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02/01/2017
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January Weather Brings Abnormal Energy Usage
Cold winter air brought low temperatures to our service area during the first weekend of January. Wrapped around that cold weather were several weeks of warmer than normal temperatures. These temperature extremes can lead to inconsistent energy usage. Usi
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01/31/2017
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Love Your Home, Kill the Energy Vampire
The digital age. We have gadgets galore, and electricity use has continued to increase as more and more of these digital devices enter into our homes. Instead of one home phone, each family member has a smart phone. Instead of one TV in the living room
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01/31/2017
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Scholarships Available
As part of Tri-County EMC’s commitment to our local community, each year we offer a number of leadership and scholarship opportunities to area youth. Applications for the following scholarships are due on April 15, 2017.
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01/30/2017
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Levelized Billing
Take the surprise out of your electric bills with Smart Pay Levelized Billing. Each month, you will pay an average of the past eleven months’ bills plus the current month.
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01/29/2017
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01/29/2017
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Enroll in Power Outage Texting
Our outage texting program gives you a quick and easy way to notify Tri-County EMC when your power goes out. Just set up your account using the steps below and text OUT to 85700 if your power goes out. Step 1: Make sure your cellphone number is listed o
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01/27/2017
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Georgia Magazine Coming Your Way
Check your mailbox! A complimentary issue of Georgia Magazine will be delivered to you in February. Georgia Magazine celebrates the Georgia lifestyle, including stories on local food, travel, gardening, general interest and more. This issue will contain i
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01/10/2017
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PaySite Kiosks Down for Maintenance
Paysite Kiosks will be down for annual maintenance during the times listed below. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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01/06/2017
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01/04/2017
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2017 Washington Youth Tour Applications Now Available
ri-County EMC is accepting applications from area high school students for consideration in the prestigious Washington Youth Tour, a unique, all-expenses-paid, leadership opportunity available each year to students in Georgia. The two students chosen will
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- Leadership
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01/03/2017
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Message From The Chairman
As a new year brings hope and promise to our Tri-County EMC community, we look forward to new and innovative ways to bring greater service and value to you. Our cooperative’s leadership is focused on maintaining a strong financial foundation, reliability
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12/29/2016
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A Farewell and a Welcome
Donald Appling, vice president of construction services, retires on January 12 after 39 years at Tri-County EMC. “I’ve done some of everything - meter-reading, staking, working with crews, cashiering and even sweeping floors. I grew up here and I’ve seen
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- vp of construction services
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12/29/2016
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Smaller PCA Means Smaller Credit In January
Just like the price of gas at the pump, the price of fuel used to produce electric energy fluctuates too. At Tri-County, we budget for expected costs based on projected fuel prices and set rates to reflect that. The Power Cost Adjustment, or PCA, on your
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12/28/2016
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Walter Harrison Scholarship Applications Due February 10
The Walter Harrison Scholarship is open to all undergraduate college students whose primary household is served by an EMC. A panel of judges from Tri-County EMC will select one undergraduate semi-finalist to compete for a $1,000 scholarship at the state l
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12/07/2016
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $19,050 in December 2016
In December 2016, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grant projects, totaling $19,050 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. The organizations that received funds this quarter are:
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- Grants
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11/30/2016
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LIHEAP: Georgia's Heating Assistance Program
The Georgia Department of Human Services provides assistance on heating bills through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to low-income families, the elderly and other applicants who qualify.
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- heating assistance
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11/23/2016
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Outage Texting Is Here
Texting is coming! Sign up for Tri-County EMC’s TextTCEMC service, and enjoy the convenience of texting outages, receiving important updates and more. This free service allows members to report outages via text, and that information goes directly into our
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- outage texting coming soon
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11/22/2016
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Operation Roundup Scholarship Winners Announced
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two deserving students in the service area twice per year.
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- Operation Roundup
- scholarship
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11/16/2016
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Healing and Hope Through Horseback Riding
Shannon Thompson has been an equestrian most of her life but never fully realized the healing powers of horses until she started Brave Meadows Therapeutic Riding Center.
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- Operation Roundup
- horseback riding
- therapeutic
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10/24/2016
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Tri-County EMC Holds 77th Annual Meeting
Members of Tri-County EMC, employees and local and state dignitaries gathered on October 20 for the 77th Annual Meeting of Tri-County EMC at the headquarters in Gray, GA.
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09/30/2016
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09/29/2016
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Tri-County Contributes To Louisiana Co-op Flood Relief
Cooperatives around the world operate on seven core principles. Tri-County EMC recently had the chance to execute the sixth principle - Cooperation Among Cooperatives. Through this principle, cooperatives are encouraged to work with and support other co-o
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- cooperation among cooperatives
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09/29/2016
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Linemen Wear Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness
In October, our linemen will wear pink hardhats as they go into the field to repair and maintain power lines. The ultimate goal is to raise awareness for breast cancer.
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- breast cancer awareness
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09/26/2016
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $18,480 in Operation Roundup Funds
In September 2016, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved grant projects, totaling $18,480 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. The organizations that received funds this quarter are:
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- grant
- foundation
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09/20/2016
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PSC Reports Electric Utility Rates
According to the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) Summer 2016 Rate Survey, Tri-County EMC has lower rates than the average Georgia EMC and Georgia Power.
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09/01/2016
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Eatonton Office Phone Number Down
The direct phone number to our Eatonton office (706-485-6122) is currently down. To reach either the Gray or Eatonton office by phone, please call 1.866.254.8100. Repairs are being made to restore service to the direct phone number. We apologize for any i
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08/30/2016
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What's Your Bright Idea? Grant Applications Due December 7
The Bright Ideas grant program, sponsored by Tri-County EMC, provides grants for teachers to improve education in local classrooms through innovative projects in grades Pre-K through 12 that would not otherwise be funded. Georgia certified public or priva
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- grant
- classroom grant
- teacher grant
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08/30/2016
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Scholarship Applications Due October 15
In addition to funding community grants, the Tri-County EMC Foundation offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students—with preference given to non-traditional students—to help pay their college costs. Through Operation Roundup, a total of $4
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- scholarship
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08/29/2016
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Optimize Your Water Heater
Water heating accounts for 18% of your electric bill, second only to heating and cooling. Regular maintenance of your water heater can ensure a longer, more efficient life for your unit.
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- energy efficiency
- water heater
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08/03/2016
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Local Couple Attends Cooperative Leadership Conference
For most couples, the ideal summer getaway probably includes an ocean breeze, a spot by the pool, and ample time for relaxation in the sun. But those who attended the Co-op Education Conference for Couples at The Ridges Resort and Marina in Hiawassee, Ga
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- Leadership
- cooperative
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07/28/2016
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Local Student Attends Youth Leadership Camp
Dakota Haskins, a student at Jones County High School, represented Tri-County EMC at the 32nd Annual Georgia Cooperative Youth Conference held July 18-22 at the Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center in Covington. The mission of the conference is to educate students ab
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- cooperative youth leadership camp
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07/21/2016
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07/06/2016
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High Winds Cause Downed Trees, Power Outages
Severe storms and strong winds have caused 1,246 power outages in our service area. Many of these outages are due to trees falling on power lines. Our crews are working to restore power safely and quickly. Below are the current number of outages in each c
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06/30/2016
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Importance of an HVAC Checkup
Your HVAC system is important for creating a comfortable and cool environment inside your home as summer temperatures rise.
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- HVAC checkup
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06/30/2016
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06/29/2016
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Students Represent Tri-County EMC on Tour of Washington D.C.
Ariel Daniels of Baldwin County and Matthew Dent of Putnam County recently joined three Youth Tour directors, 112 fellow delegates and 14 chaperones for the Washington Youth Tour, an annual leadership event sponsored by the electric cooperatives in Georgi
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- Washington Youth Tour
- WYT
- emc
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06/17/2016
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UPDATE: Severe Storms Cause Outages
Severe storms passing through the area have caused 3,100 power outages in our service area. Our crews are working to restore power safely and quickly.
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06/15/2016
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Cooperative Scholarships Awarded
Each year, Tri-County EMC awards $6,000 in scholarship funds through the Cooperative Scholarship. Three students from the co-op’s service area each received a $2,000 Tri-County EMC Cooperative Scholarship in June. Funds were awarded based on academics, fi
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- cooperative scholarship
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06/14/2016
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $18,125 in June 2016
In June 2016, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 9 grant projects, totaling $18,125 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities.
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- Operation Roundup
- Small Change
- giving
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05/31/2016
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Message From Your CEO
As I am getting settled into my new role, I’ve noticed there are many differences between Georgia and my home state of Washington. The tea is sweet. Grits are offered instead of oatmeal. The weather is warmer. And people cheer for Bulldogs instead of my b
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- Ray Grinberg
- cooperative update
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05/31/2016
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05/29/2016
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Save Paper, Vote Online
To opt out of paper ballots and vote online only during this year’s annual election, visit us online at tri-countyemc.com/voting.cms and complete the form or give us a call at 1.866.254.8100.
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- annual meeting
- online voting
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05/25/2016
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Operation Roundup Scholarships Awarded
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two deserving students in the service area twice per year. The scholarships, judged anonymously, are worth $1,000 and are awarded based on academics, fi
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05/24/2016
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05/24/2016
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Capital Credits - Help Us Find Former Members
Much like stock dividends in a for-profit company, capital credits represent your share of ownership in the electric cooperative. If your power bill is one percent of the cooperative’s total revenue, your portion of capital credits would be one percent of
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- Capital Credits
- former members
- returns
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05/02/2016
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Delegates Chosen for Washington Youth Tour
Tri-County EMC has chosen two students to represent the co-op for Georgia EMC’s Washington Youth Tour. Ariel Daniels and Matthew Dent will join 110 Georgia high school students on the week long leadership event this June.
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- Washington Youth Tour
- emc youth tour
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05/02/2016
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Play It Safe Around Electricity
Electrical Outlets Thousands of children are treated in hospitals each year for injuries resulting from inserting metal objects into electrical outlets. Plastic outlet protectors are a great way to protect smaller children from outlets, but installing ele
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- safety
- electricity
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04/21/2016
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New Law Adds Protection for Utility Linemen
The 41 Electric Membership Corporations (EMCs) in Georgia, including Tri-County EMC, brought the issue of line worker safety before the 2016 Georgia General Assembly.
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- linemen
- hb 727
- move over bill
- governor deal
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04/07/2016
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Tri-County EMC Introduces ourSolar
Tri-County EMC announces the construction of a 1MW solar array to be located in Eatonton, Georgia.
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- solar
- solar power
- cooperative solar
- solar panel
- renewables
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03/31/2016
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Tri-County EMC Welcomes New CEO
Tri-County EMC’s Board of Directors has named Ray Grinberg to the position of chief executive officer. Ray has served as general manager of Lakeview Light and Power in Lakewood, WA since 2014.
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- grinberg
- tri-county emc
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03/25/2016
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Walter Harrison Scholarship Finalist Chosen
Stephanie Sanchez of Putnam County was chosen as winner for the local area competition in the Walter Harrison Scholarship Contest
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- walter harrison scholarship
- finalist
- stephanie sanchez
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03/11/2016
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03/09/2016
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03/01/2016
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Farewell from Retiring CEO C. Hill Bentley
On December 26, 1967, I started work as a Cooperative Education Student with Georgia Power as a way to pay for college. I really didn’t think about it becoming a career – Judy and I just needed a real source of income before we married.
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02/26/2016
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02/01/2016
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Lighting Your Way to Energy Savings
If you are like most people, you probably don’t think much about lighting—at least not until a bulb goes out. And you probably look at LED lamps as expensive luxury items when incandescent bulbs have been readily available for less than $1.
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- LED lighting
- energy savings
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02/01/2016
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Weathering the Storm
Tri-County EMC plans for disasters and maintains power line right-of-way, but even with preparation, ice storms can deal a heavy blow to our system. Now is the time to prepare for Mother Nature’s winter weather.
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- Outage
- storm prep
- winter storm prep
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02/01/2016
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Pole Inspections
Osmose Utilities, a contractor for Tri-County EMC, will be conducting pole inspections in Putnam County.
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- osmose
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12/31/2015
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12/31/2015
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Offices Closed on January 1
Tri-County EMC offices will be closed on January 1 in observance of the New Year. We will reopen Monday, January 4 at 8:00 AM.
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12/29/2015
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12/29/2015
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Helping Hands Photo Contest Winner
At the end of last year, Tri-County EMC members were invited to participate in the Helping Hands Photo Contest. The goal of the contest was to show how people were helping their community during the holiday season.
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- photo contest
- facebook
- winner
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12/23/2015
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Minimum Bill Change in January 2016
Starting January 2016, the minimum bill charge for residential and commercial accounts will increase by $3 per month. The minimum bill charge is located in the Energy and Distribution line item on your bill, along with your kWh usage.
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12/23/2015
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2016 Washington Youth Tour Applications Due February 15
Tri-County EMC is accepting applications from area high school students for consideration in the prestigious Washington Youth Tour, a unique, all-expenses-paid, leadership opportunity available each year to students in Georgia.
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- Washington Youth Tour
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12/10/2015
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12/01/2015
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LIHEAP: Georgia's Heating Assistance Program
The Georgia Department of Human Services provides assistance on heating bills through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to low-income families, the elderly and other applicants who qualify.
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12/01/2015
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Trailer for Sale
Tri-County EMC has a 8 ft. X 24 ft., 20 ton utility trailer for sale “as is” by sealed bid.
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11/30/2015
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Fall 2015 Operation Roundup Scholarships Awarded
In addition to awarding grants each quarter, the Tri-County EMC Foundation also awards scholarships to two deserving students in the service area twice per year.
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- operation roundup scholarship
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11/16/2015
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VP of Construction Services Recognized with Cofer-Langston Award
Donald Appling, VP of Construction at Tri-County EMC, was recognized with the Cofer-Langston Award at the Georgia EMC Foreman and Supervisor’s Association meeting earlier this month. The state-wide award recognizes a supervisor with outstanding dedication
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- vp of construction
- cofer-langston award
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11/10/2015
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Outage Due to Broken Pole
Tri-County EMC crews are working to restore power in the area of Hwy. 129 N. from Gray to Damascus Church Road. The outage was caused due to a tree falling and breaking a pole. We apologize for inconvenience this may cause.
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11/03/2015
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11/03/2015
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10/16/2015
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Tri-County EMC Hosts 76th Annual Meeting
Members of Tri-County EMC, employees and local and state dignitaries gathered on October 15 for the 76th Annual Meeting of Tri-County EMC at the headquarters in Gray, GA.
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- Retirement
- annual meeting
- emc
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09/29/2015
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Possible Phone Scam
Tri-County received several phone calls that scammers are contacting Tri-County members and demanding payment for their bill over the phone to avoid having their power disconnected. This is not a legitimate call from Tri-County...
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09/29/2015
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Your Cooperative and Solar
During the summer, Tri-County EMC conducted a Solar Interest Survey among the membership.
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- solar
- solar survye results
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09/29/2015
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Real Linemen Wear Pink
In October, linemen will wear pink hardhats as they go into the field to repair and maintain power lines.
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- cancer
- pink hardhats
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09/14/2015
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09/01/2015
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Scholarship Applications Due October 15
In addition to funding community grants, the Tri-County EMC Foundation offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students—with preference given to non-traditional students—to help pay their college costs.
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- Operation Roundup
- scholarships
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09/01/2015
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Local Couple Attends Co-op Couples Conference
In August, Joey and Tabitha Brown of Jones County represented Tri-County EMC at the Cooperative Couples Conference in Hiawassee, Georgia. During the conference, the Browns networked with cooperative leaders from Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina.
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- Leadership
- cooperative couples conference
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08/31/2015
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08/24/2015
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U.S. Rep. Austin Scott to Visit Gray, GA
Tri-County EMC will host U.S. Rep. Austin Scott (R- District 8) on Tuesday, August 25 from 4:00 PM -5:00 PM. This event will allow Rep. Scott to speak about current issues and also entertain questions from attendees.
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- austin scott
- congressman
- us representative
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08/06/2015
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07/31/2015
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Students Return from Washington D.C.
Earlier this year, local high school students Makayla Schafer and Hunter Kimball, both of Jones County, were chosen for the June 11-18 Washington Youth Tour.
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- Washington Youth Tour
- Youth Leadership
- Development
- WYT
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07/31/2015
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Energy Use Monitors Available for Members
Electricity usage monitors are now available for members. The Kill A WattTM energy usage monitor allows you to reduce your energy costs by measuring the energy use of appliances.
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- Kill A Watt
- energy use monitor
- energy efficiency
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07/31/2015
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Update Available for myTCEMC App
An update to the myTCEMC app is now available. The easily navigable app allows you to see usage graphs while overlaying weather data to see how your usage correlates with the weather.
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- myTCEMC App
- app update
- mobile app
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07/31/2015
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Tribute to Chairman Tom Thompson, Jr. | Celebrating 30 Years of Service
Tom Thompson, Jr. will retire from his post as chairman of the Tri-County EMC board of directors on October 15, bringing a close to 30 years of service to the cooperative, including the last 29 years as Chairman of the Board.
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- Tom Thompson Jr
- Retirement
- Chairman
- Tri-County EMC Board
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07/31/2015
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Local Student Attends Cooperative Youth Leadership Camp
Matthew Dent, a rising junior at Gatewood School in Putnam County, was chosen to represent Tri-County EMC at the 31st Annual Georgia Cooperative Youth Conference held July 13-17 at the Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center in Covington.
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- Cooperative Youth Leadership Conference
- Youth Programs
- Coop Camp
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07/09/2015
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Transmission Outage Due To Evening Storm
Members in South Jones and Wilkinson Counties are without power due to a transmission outage from Clinton and Mixon substations caused by the storm.
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- transmission outage
- storm
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07/02/2015
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Trucks for Sale by Sealed Bid
Tri-County EMC has 3 trucks for sale “as is” by sealed bid. All bids are due to the Gray office by July 31, 2015.
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- trucks for sale
- Current Lines July 2015
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07/02/2015
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07/02/2015
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07/02/2015
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07/02/2015
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Cooperative Scholarship Winners Announced
Each year, Tri-County EMC awards $6,000 in scholarship funds through the Cooperative Scholarship. Three students from the co-op’s service area each received a $2,000 Tri-County EMC Cooperative Scholarship in June.
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- cooperative scholarship
- July 2015 Current Lines
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07/02/2015
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The Cooperative Difference
In addition to supplying affordable, reliable electric service, Tri-County EMC makes a huge impact in the local communities it serves. While cooperatives provide electricity just as any other utility would, there are some differences.
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- July 2015 Current Lines
- the cooperative difference
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07/02/2015
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07/01/2015
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225 Members Without Power After Evening Storms
Tri-County EMC has approximately 225 members without power due to storms that passed through the area this evening. The majority of those outages are in Putnam County due to a broken pole.
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06/29/2015
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06/10/2015
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $20,624 in June 2015
In June 2015, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 12 grant projects, totaling $20,624 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities.
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- Operation Roundup
- Grants
- Funding
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04/14/2015
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04/01/2015
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Right-of-Way Seasonal Maintenance Begins
In May, Tri-County EMC will begin herbicide application to keep trees, brush and foliage from interfering with the delivery of your electric service. Overgrown trees and other vegetation within 20 feet of overhead power lines are trimmed year-round.
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- right-of-way
- maintenance
- seasonal
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03/16/2015
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03/16/2015
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02/24/2015
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02/17/2015
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Tri-County Sends Crews to Walton EMC
Tri-County sent two 2-man crews to Monroe, GA this morning to help restore power to Walton EMC members after an ice storm struck their area Monday night.
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02/02/2015
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01/15/2015
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Washington Youth Tour Applications Now Available
Tri-County EMC is accepting applications from area high school students for consideration in the prestigious Washington Youth Tour, a unique, all-expenses-paid, leadership opportunity available once a year to students in Georgia.
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12/31/2014
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12/30/2014
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Maintenance Scheduled for Online Bill Pay
Due to scheduled year-end maintenance, payment at all PaySite kiosks, online bill pay at tri-countyemc.com and the automated phone system will be unavailable between 5:15 PM and approximately 6:30 PM on December 30, 2014.
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12/19/2014
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Website Maintenance Scheduled December 21
Our website server will be undergoing routine maintenance late on Saturday, December 20 and lasting until 7 AM on Sunday, December 21. This maintenance may result in website interruptions during 11 PM on December 20 until 7 AM the next morning. We apologi
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12/10/2014
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $5,933 in December 2014
In December 2014, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 6 grant projects, totaling $5,933.42 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. Continue reading to see the organizations that received funds.
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11/17/2014
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11/13/2014
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Christmas Card Contest Winners Announced
Elementary students were invited to design the Christmas card for Tri-County EMC. Three overall winners and one winner from each grade have been chosen. The overall winner's artwork will be printed!
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10/16/2014
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10/16/2014
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Tri-County Holds 75th Annual Meeting
Members of Tri-County EMC, employees and local and state dignitaries gathered on October 16 for the 75th Annual Meeting of Tri-County EMC at the headquarters in Gray, GA.
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09/10/2014
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Tri-County EMC Grants $6,825 in September 2014
In September 2014, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 7 grant projects, totaling $6,825 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities.
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09/07/2014
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08/29/2014
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Tri-County Warns Members of Possible Phone Scam
Tri-County EMC representatives are issuing a warning to the cooperative's members regarding a possible phone scam. The alert follows a recent report of someone calling a cooperative member claiming to represent Tri-County EMC.
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08/23/2014
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08/20/2014
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Tri-County EMC Warns Members of Possible Scam
Tri-County EMC representatives are issuing a warning to the cooperative's members regarding a possible meter-reading scam. The alert follows a recent report of someone in an unmarked, white pickup truck arriving at a member's home asking to read the meter
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08/08/2014
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07/30/2014
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06/27/2014
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $21,200 in June
In June 2014, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 11 grant projects, totaling $21,200 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. 32 organizations applied with projects totaling more than $153,000.
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06/27/2014
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05/13/2014
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05/08/2014
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04/30/2014
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Unclaimed Capital Credits Available
Do you have unclaimed capital credit funds waiting on you? If you were a Tri-County EMC member during 1984 - 1986, you may have unclaimed funds available.
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03/18/2014
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Online Bill Pay Down For Maintenance
Online bill payment will be unavailable tonight, Tuesday, March 18, 2014 from 5:00 PM until approximately 11:00 PM due to system maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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03/17/2014
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03/04/2014
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02/16/2014
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01/29/2014
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Winter Weather Update
While our offices are open for business, please don't brave the treacherous road conditions just to pay your bill. You can pay electronically on our app, through our website, or by phone.
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01/11/2014
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All Power Restored to Members
Tri-County EMC experienced outages in Jones, Bibb and Baldwin counties earlier today due to storms moving through the area. All power has been restored to members.
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12/31/2013
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Online Bill Pay And Kiosks Down for Maintenance
Due to scheduled year-end maintenance, online bill payment and paysite kiosks will be down on Wednesday, January 1 from 6:00 AM until approximately 1:00 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your cooperation
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12/30/2013
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Online Bill Pay Down For Scheduled Maintenance
Due to scheduled year-end maintenance, online bill payment and paysite kiosks will be down on Monday, December 30 from 5:30 PM until approximately 6:30 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your cooperation and understanding
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12/28/2013
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Online Bill Pay Down for Scheduled Maintenance
Due to scheduled year-end maintenance, online bill payment and paysite kiosks will be down on Sunday, December 29 from 9:00 AM until approximately 3:00 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your cooperation and understanding
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12/17/2013
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12/15/2013
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12/15/2013
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12/15/2013
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12/15/2013
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12/15/2013
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12/15/2013
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12/10/2013
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11/25/2013
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10/31/2013
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10/24/2013
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10/18/2013
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Tri-County EMC Holds 74th Annual Meeting
Members of Tri-County EMC, employees and local and state dignitaries gathered on October 17th for the 74th Annual Meeting of Tri-County EMC at the headquarters in Gray, GA.
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09/11/2013
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08/28/2013
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08/12/2013
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08/12/2013
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Tri-County EMC Annual Meeting Scheduled for October 17
Tri-County EMC’s Annual Meeting is scheduled for October 17. Members are encouraged to cast their vote in the annual election of the board of directors. This year directors positions from Post 3 of Districts 1, 2 and 3 are up for election.
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07/30/2013
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07/30/2013
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Tri-County EMC Offers Online Voting to Members
Members of Tri-County EMC will have the chance to participate in the cooperative’s first hybrid election this fall. For the first time, the cooperative will be offering online voting for the annual meeting election.
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07/29/2013
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07/11/2013
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Tree Down on Pole Causing Multiple Outages
Tri-County EMC is currently experiencing mulitiple outages in the service area due to the afternoon storms. A tree fell on and broke a double circuit pole on Hwy. 212 in Baldwin County causing the breaker to open.
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06/12/2013
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $11,144 in June 2013
In June 2013, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 18 grant projects, totaling $11,144 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. 27 organizations applied with projects totaling more than $58,000.
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05/20/2013
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Eatonton Kiosk Down for Repairs
The kiosk in the Tri-County EMC Eatonton Office is currently down for repair. It is expected to be up and running by Tuesday afternoon, May 21. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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05/06/2013
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05/01/2013
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04/18/2013
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03/21/2013
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03/20/2013
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02/21/2013
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02/05/2013
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Online Bill Payment Down for Maintenance
Online bill payment will be unavailable tonight, Tuesday, February 5, 2013 from 5:00 PM until approximately 10:00 PM due to server maintenance. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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01/30/2013
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Power Outages Due to High Winds
7:45 PM - Nearly all power has been restored throughout the service area. Crews are currently working to restore the few remaining outages in Jones County.
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01/29/2013
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12/31/2012
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12/26/2012
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $21,788 in December 2012
In December 2012, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 14 applications, totaling $21,788 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. Read more to see the organizations that received funds this quarter.
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11/28/2012
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10/29/2012
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10/21/2012
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Tri-County EMC Hosts 73rd Annual Meeting
Members of Tri-County EMC, employees and local and state dignitaries gathered on October 18 for the 73rd Annual Meeting of Tri-County EMC at the headquarters in Gray.
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10/01/2012
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Unclaimed Capital Credits
Do you have unclaimed capital credit checks from 2006? If you were a Tri-County EMC member in 1985-1986, you may be owed capital credits.
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09/13/2012
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $21,105.96 in September 2012
In September 2012, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 13 applications, totaling $21,105.96 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. Continue reading to see the organizations that received funding.
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09/06/2012
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08/31/2012
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07/11/2012
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07/01/2012
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Power Outages Due to Severe Weather
Tri-County EMC has restored power to about 875 members. Approximately 250 members are without power in the Tri-County service area due to severe weather. Tri-County EMC crews are currently responding to restore power to members.
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06/28/2012
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06/11/2012
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $7,595.00 in June
On June 5, 2012 the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 8 applications, totaling $7,595 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. Click the link to see the organizations that received funding.
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06/06/2012
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June 2012 Current Lines is Available Online
The June 2012 issue of Current Lines is now availble. This issue includes Operation Roundup testimonials, Operation Roundup scholarship winners, a welcome for a new Foundation Board member, news from Georgia 811 and more.
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03/26/2012
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Tri-County EMC Foundation Grants $11,638 in March
In March 2012, the Tri-County EMC Foundation Board approved 8 applications, totaling $11,638.00 in Operation Roundup funds, to benefit organizations or individuals in local communities. Click the link to see the organizations that recieved funding.
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03/09/2012
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02/29/2012
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System Updates Complete, New Account Numbers Activated
All Tri-County EMC account numbers have been upgraded. A zero has been added in the third position from the right on each account number. Please make note of your new account number on your March bill. For more information, click here.
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02/28/2012
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Online Billing System Down for Updates
Tri-County EMC online billing and account access will be down starting at 7:00 AM on February 29 due to a system update. The update will take a few hours to complete. Please check the website to stay posted on the status of the update.
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01/27/2012
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www.myusage.com Down for Repairs
Please note www.myusage.com will be down for repairs on Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 8:00pm - 9:30pm. For assistance call 1.866.254.8100 or locally call 478.986.8100. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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12/29/2011
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11/28/2011
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11/01/2011
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Tri-County EMC Hosts 72nd Annual Meeting
Members of Tri-County EMC, employees and local and state dignitaries gathered on October 27th for the 72nd Annual Meeting at Tri-County Headquarters in Gray, GA.
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10/21/2011
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www.myusage.com Down for Repairs
Please note www.myusage.com will be down for repairs on Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. For assistance call 1.866.254.8100 or locally call 478.986.8100. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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09/28/2011
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09/27/2011
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07/31/2011
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07/30/2011
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07/01/2011
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06/27/2011
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05/24/2011
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04/20/2011
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04/05/2011
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04/01/2011
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01/11/2011
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12/03/2010
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07/02/2010
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