The holidays are a time of reflection. I’m grateful for my own family as well as my co-op family. A sense of mission and purpose drives us, and our team feels a strong connection to our community and our members because we live here, too. This season also allows us to reflect and give thanks for the blessings bestowed upon us.
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KEC Crew Helps with Restoration Efforts in Georgia
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Kiamichi Electric Cooperative (KEC) sent ten crew members to Georgia to help restore power lines to thousands of members left in the dark after Hurricane Helene’s devastating aftermath. The crew left on Friday, Oct. 4, and joined the Jefferson Energy Cooperative crew members the following day. After Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc, only six of their 26 substations were operational.
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KEC linemen who assisted with Hurricane Helene restoration efforts (L-R): Reese Hensley, Brandon Doyle, Tyler Cloud, Bryar Barrs, Clayton Shrock, Corbin Matlock, Dalton Bray, Dakota Boren, Chris Upton, Carson Gray
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In a fast-changing industry, we still believe in old-fashioned virtues like respect, personal relationships, problemsolving, neighborliness, community, and commitment. These qualities, like Christmas cards and excellent service, never go out of style.
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If there is a season that accentuates the sense of family and gathering, it is the Holiday Season! This time of the year brings out the softer and kinder side of people.
Next year, KEC will reach a significant milestone as we celebrate our 80th anniversary! As you reflect on your experience as a member of this electric cooperative, we hope you recognize the vital role each of our members plays in our community.
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RON PELACONI, PRESIDENT
DISTRICT 3
RUSTY SHAW, VICE PRESIDENT
DISTRICT 1
AMY MILLER, TREASURER
DISTRICT 2
I am grateful to be a part of the wonderful communities we serve because we make each other better. Together, we make a positive impact on the lives of our members. I wish you and your loved ones joy this holiday season and peace and prosperity in the coming new year. Your KEC Team will be here to keep the lights on for you!
Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
DAVID RAY
DISTRICT 4
CEO BRETT ORME
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Hurricane Hurricane Helene was a Category 4 storm that made landfall in Florida on Sept. 26, then moved over Georgia, the Carolinas, and Tennessee, causing tornadoes and heavy flooding.
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Jack Godowns, Jefferson Energy Cooperative Line Supervisor, said, “The KEC crew is a fantastic bunch of guys. They worked well together and hit the ground running upon their arrival. They jumped in and worked hard, just like they were at home. It was a pleasure to work with them, and I wouldn’t hesitate to call on this crew again.”
Of course, when crews are sent out during storm recovery, the coop is left short-handed, but the crew back home stepped up and kept things running smoothly while the crews were gone.
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CEO Brett Orme expressed his gratitude for the team’s willingness to travel to Georgia and for the crew that stepped up to cover their responsibilities at home during their absence. “I am so glad our team made it home safely. I also want to acknowledge the crews who remained behind— they worked tirelessly to keep everything running smoothly.”
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Thousands of utility workers from more than a dozen states assisted Georgia crews in restoration efforts.
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Godowns said, “I’ve seen a lot of devastation in my career, but it’s different at home. Having KEC linemen assisting in restoration efforts made all the difference.”
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Renewables Report
Data collected from Western Farmers Electric Cooperative — KEC’s wholesale power provider — reflects generation during September 2024, which shows 21 percent of the power generated by WFEC potentially come from renewable sources.
recipe of theMONTH
Muffin Tin Potatoes Gratin
INGREDIENTS
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup milk
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
DIRECTIONS
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease 12 muffin cups with cooking spray. Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic in melted butter until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add flour; cook and stir until mixture is smooth and thickened, about 2 minutes. Pour milk in slowly, whisking continuously, until sauce is smooth and thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Set cheese sauce aside. Layer potatoes evenly into the prepared muffin cups. Spoon cheese sauce over potatoes. Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are tender and a paring knife is easily inserted into the center, about 25 minutes.
