Oklahoma Electric Co-op News February 2018

OKLAHOMA ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE Your trusted energy advisor

Volume 66, Issue 8

February 2018

CO OP NEWS

Oklahoma Electric

80 years later, electricity is still a bargain PAGE 8

Board of Trustees John Jensen, President District6Trustee@okcoop.org

District 6

Ronnie Grover, Vice President

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Mike Argo, Sec. Treasurer

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District4Trustee@okcoop.org District1Trustee@okcoop.org

Rusty Grissom, Asst. Sec. Treasurer 3 District3Trustee@okcoop.org

Percy Moreu, Vice President

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Shirley Idleman

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Danny Watters

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Bob Usry

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Ronnie Tharp

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District2Trustee@okcoop.org District5Trustee@okcoop.org District7Trustee@okcoop.org District8Trustee@okcoop.org District9Trustee@okcoop.org

Oklahoma Electric Cooperative 242 24th Ave NW | PO Box 1208 Norman, OK, 73070 321-2024, FAX 405-217-6900 http://www.okcoop.org

Senior Management Co-op Manager...............................Patrick Grace Chief Financial Officer.........Preston O’Brien, CPA VP of Engineering...........................Thad Peterson VP of Operations.........................Randy Simmons VP of Administration...........................Jonna Buck VP of HR and Legal Services............Tracy Mowdy VP of Metering................................John Spencer Oklahoma Electric Co-op News is published monthly by Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, 242 24th Ave. NW, Norman, OK 73069, (USPS865-700). Subscription rates: $6.00 per year for non-members, 50¢ per year for members.

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“Co-op News” Editor Brianna Wall

Hidden Account Numbers Worth $200 Each month, OEC will pay $50 to the two co-op members who locate their hidden account numbers inside the Co-op News that month. The hidden account numbers will be placed at random within the text of each issue and not on the mailing label. The amounts will simultaneously increase in $50 increments until one or both account numbers are located by their respective owners or until the maximum of $500 is reached.

1. One of the hidden account numbers must be your own.

2. You must advise OEC by phone, mail or in person at the co-op’s office by the 15th of the month.

If you find your account number call the Member Relations department at 217-6708.

FROM the

TOP Patrick Grace, CEO

Reliability.

It is one of OEC's core values and part of our mission and existence as an electric cooperative.

We are proud to be rated in the top 25 percent of all cooperatives according to our latest American Customer Satisfaction Index survey. This is pretty significant due to our location and unique weather trends here in Oklahoma.

We have taken steps over the past 13 months to increase our reliability even more. From installing new devices to implementing new technologies, we are keeping the lights on more than we ever have.

In 2016, members were without power for an average of 83.8 minutes. This included planned outages for maintenance and major events such as storms. In 2017, that number dropped to 67 minutes — a huge improvement and one we are proud to share.

We devoted time and resources last year to identifying solutions to the areas that experienced power outages longer than the average. We closely examined all lines and equipment and invested in changing out the insulating properties of the poles in those areas.

Our efforts were rewarded when the 2017 numbers revealed a sharp drop in the amount of time those members were without power. A substation near Noble saw an 86.38 percent reduction in total outage time — 198 minutes per person. That's a remarkable improvement, and we are grateful for the members in that area who have exhibited an enormous amount of patience with us over the years while we identified and fixed the problem.

At OEC, it starts and ends with reliability.

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Federal energy forecasts and their effects on OEC

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Former Youth Tour winners, future engineers can win up to $10,000 in scholarships

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Electricity continues to be a great value

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Operation Round Up Report

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OEC Live Line brings electric safety to life

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​In spring and summer months, set your ceiling fans to turn in the counterclockwise direction. This will create a cool breeze. Remember: Ceiling fans cool people, not rooms. Turn them off when you leave the room.

Source: energystar.gov

CO-OP NEWS

ORU OPERATION ROUND UP OEC FOUNDATION, INC.

EIA makes first 2019 predictions

By Michael W. Kahn

OEC Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors Betty Allen • Leroy Bayliff Alan Davenport • Harlen Fipps Ronnie Fulks • Vivian Gibson Vickie Gray • Carla Kimberling Beckie Turner • Joyce Wallace

Next Meeting March 15 Applications Due February 26 Applications available at www.okcoop.org/ORU OEC Foundation, Inc. Financial Statement Beginning Balance 12/13/17 ............................. $172,115.41 January deposit .................. $19,693.00 Interest ...................................... $168.18 Checks issued .................... -$19,680.24 Approved, not paid ............... -$22,733.66 Ending balance 1/23/17 ... $149,562.69 Financial Statement by: Amanda Dierking

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ederal energy officials have made their first forecasts for 2019, and they expect to see modest growth in the nation's electricity consumption, with a record set for renewables.

In its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, the Energy Information Administration (EIA) predicts a 1.3 percent consumption increase this year, followed by a rise of just 0.5 percent in 2019.

History is expected to be made, with non-hydro renewable energy sources forecast to supply more than 10 percent of the nation's annual average total generation in 2019. It will be the first time on record that's happened, EIA said in its Jan. 9 report.

EIA expects the price of natural gas for electricity generation will be lower this year than last and will fall even more in 2019. Natural gas should account for 33 percent of generation this year and 34 percent next year, the report said.

Those lower natural gas prices, combined with retirements of coal-fired plants, will have an impact on coal's role. Coal supplied about 30 percent of America's electricity generation in 2016 and 2017, but EIA expects it will fall to slightly below 30 percent this year and 28 percent next year. Plant operators are telling EIA they plan to retire 13 gigawatts of coal-fired capacity in 2018.

Next year's scheduled retirement of reactors at Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island and the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station in Massachusetts will have an impact on nuclear's share of generation. EIA expects nuclear will account for 19 percent of generation in 2019, down from the 20 percent seen in 2017 and expected again this year.

Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • February 2018

WFEC GENERATION REPORT

Michael W. Kahn is a staff writer for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, the Arlington, Va.-based service arm of the nation’s 900-plus consumer-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperatives.

WABLES

OEC works hand-in-hand with Western Farmers Electric Cooperative (WFEC, OEC's wholesale power provider) to ensure electricity being delivered to our members is generated from a variety of resources. As you can see from the chart on the right, 42 percent of the electricity generated from WFEC in November 2017 came from wind, hydro and solar power.

Renewable resources have come a very long way over the last decade as wind power continues to be a considerable chunk of the generation mix.

Visit www.okcoop.org for more information and to see how OEC is contributing to the forward progress of renewables.

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OEC'S ROLE IN R E N E WA B L E S

WIND: 36% HYDRO: 5% SOLAR: 1% NATURAL GAS: 24% COAL: 34%

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In other developments, EIA said December's spot price for benchmark North Sea Brent crude oil was the highest monthly average since November 2014. It climbed nearly $2 per barrel from November, to average $64 per barrel.

And drivers will be digging deeper. "EIA expects the retail price of regular gasoline to average $2.51 per gallon during the first quarter of 2018," up 19 cents from the same time last year, "primarily reflecting higher crude oil prices," the report said. EIA sees prices peaking at $2.63 in August, for a 2018 average of $2.57. It's forecasting a $2.58 average in 2019.

Western Farmers Electric Cooperative (WFEC), OEC's wholesale generation and transmission power provider, has an impressive renewable portfolio that includes wind, hydro and — recently added — solar. OEC's Solar Garden, located at Interstate 35 and Highway 77 in Norman, began producing power in February 2017, and Tuttle's 40-acre Solar Farm began operation in March 2017. As more solar facilities come online, expect to see it added to WFEC's generation report, increasing the already robust mix of renewable energy sources.

Data collected from Western Farmers Electric Cooperative reflects generation during November 2017.

To view real-time generation output and environmental benefits of OEC's Solar Garden, visit www.okcoop.org/solar.

Visit www.okcoop.org/solar-garden-tours to tour OEC's Solar Garden, located at Interstate 35 and Highway 77 in Norman.

www.okcoop.org

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YOUTH & LEADERSHIP

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ANNOUNCED FOR FORMER YOUTH TOUR WINNERS, FUTURE ENGINEERS

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he National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) announced two scholarship opportunities for former Youth Tour winners and students pursuing careers in the rural engineering field.

"This will be the fifth year the Youth Tour Alumni scholarships are offered, which includes one $10,000 winner and four additional $1,000 winners," said OEC Education and Outreach Coordinator Tory Tedder-Loffland. "In 2015, a 2012 OEC Youth Tour winner, Hayden Hefner from Bridge Creek, won the $10,000 scholarship! We know we have youth in our area more than capable of winning these scholarships."

YOUTH TOUR ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPS The Glenn English Youth Tour Alumni Scholarship committee is proud to have awarded over $60,000 to Youth Tour alumni since starting the program in 2014. To be eligible, applicants must ­— among other criteria — be a U.S. citizen, have participated in Youth Tour and be working on completing his/her first undergraduate degree.

NEXT GENERATION RURAL ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS

Are you a future engineer or a past Youth Tour winner?

Visit www.okcoop.org/ youth to learn more about scholarships available to you!

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The interest and success of the Youth Tour Alumni scholarship inspired the Glenn English Scholarship Committee to partner with the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Rural Electric Power Conference (IEEE-REPC) to add an additional opportunity: The Next Generation Rural Engineering Scholarship.

Each year, the committee awards two $2,000 scholarships to college students seeking a career in the rural electric engineering fields. Applicants of the Next Generation Rural Engineering Scholarship are not required to be former Youth Tour participants.

Application portals are open for both scholarships. Links can be found at www.okcoop. org/scholarships. Both application deadlines are April 1. Winners will be selected and notified in mid-July. [1734305301] Visit www.okcoop.org/scholarships for complete lists of eligibility requirements and application instructions.

Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • February 2018

2018 Leadership Summit scholarship winners announced OEC awarded two $250 scholarships in January: one to Ally Burchett of Blanchard and one to Autumn Franklin of Norman.

The two stellar students were selected to attend the 2018 Leadership Summit, a one-day leadership workshop where those in attendance learn team-building and leadership skills.

The Summit took place Jan. 27 at the Chesapeake Energy Finish Line Tower in Oklahoma City's Bouthouse District.

Ally Burchett, a junior at Newcastle High School, participates in cross country and fast pitch softball and serves on the Student Council, prom committee and the Spanish Club. Ally worked as a camp counselor at Camp Mustang during the summer of 2017 and hopes to organize a mission trip to Haiti this summer.

"Leaders are built...by those around them...through experiences," she wrote in her application essay. "Developed with their own beliefs and formed by their desire to be someone worth following."

Autumn Franklin, a senior at Norman High School,

Find more information and apply at

www.okcoop.org/ EnergyCamp

volunteers at various organizations in Norman, including Women's Resource Center. She is active in speech and debate, women's choir and musical theatre.

"While great leadership requires many elements, important to me are developing people and building great teams," she said.

Burchett and Franklin represented OEC at the Summit, where they were joined by peers from across the state who represented our sister co-ops. Rhett Laubach, founder of YourNextSpeaker, LLC and a well-respected, trained youth leadership developer conducted the program.

Leadership Summit is part of OEC's youth development initiative, L.E.A.R.N.: Leading, Educating, Advancing and Rewarding the Next generation. L.E.A.R.N. encompasses the catalog of youth programs OEC offers to students, teachers and schools in our service area. For more information, contact Education and Outreach Coordinator Tory TedderLoffland at tory@okcoop.org or visit www.okcoop.org/youth.

2018 ENERGY CAMP DEADLINE NEARING ALL EIGHTH GRADERS IN OEC'S SERVICE AREA ENCOURAGED TO APPLY NOW

www.okcoop.org

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YOUR CO-OP

the value of electricity continues to shine B Y D E R R I L L H O L LY

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Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • February 2018

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ow many of us remember dropping into an OEC office with our parents and grandparents to pay the light bill? Whether you do that in person, by mail or online today, paying your monthly bill does a lot more than just keep the lights on.

Electricity keeps us connected to our modern world. Consider all the necessities and conveniences we enjoy in part because of the power lines running to the electric meter outside your home.

Count up your televisions, desktop, laptop and tablet computers, printers, your gaming consoles, music and video players and personal assistant devices. Whether they get used every day or just occasionally, the electricity that keeps them working comes from OEC. Have you looked around your kitchen lately?

Between the coffee maker and toaster and the microwave and electric skillet, a lot of us have added several other modern small appliances.

If you’ve got a craft nook or workshop, the power tools and machines you use to cut and shape your projects are either plugged in or recharged from the outlets connecting your household wiring to OEC. You use electricity to run all these devices, and we still keep the lights on, use the stove, heating and air conditioning, and get hot water from tap. The good news is, even as we rely more on electricity, it’s still a bargain, especially compared to other things we pay for regularly.

A CLOSER LOOK AT ELECTRICITY'S VALUE Since 2011, medical care, residential rental rates and education have increased at rates of 3 percent or more per year. Butter, meat and egg costs have been up by more than one to 2 percent annually, and even bread costs have risen better than a half point on average.

Electricity costs rise about 1 percent a year, but co-ops across the country have reported a decline in average residential use per household since 2010. That means we’re doing more things with less energy.

Kilowatt hour use per household dropped by 8 percent between 2010 and 2016, slightly less than the 9 percent decline reported by all electric utilities, nationwide.

When it comes to value, electricity is a clear winner, and we’re always looking for ways to work with you to make it even better. That’s why OEC urges energy efficiency, encourages you to look for ENERGY STAR® appliances, and promotes technology, designed to give members more control over their electricity use.

Energy performance dashboards, smart thermostats and power strips, and appliance settings that shift most water heating, laundry and dishwashing outside of peak rate periods help reduce the co-op’s overall power demand. They also give you opportunities to control or even trim your monthly utility bills.

That’s good for families, couples and individuals trying to live within their budgets. And it’s going to become even more important as digital devices and internet-connected technologies become even more important in our lives.

The average home now has 10 Wi-Fi connected devices. That number is expected to explode to 50 by 2020. Technology and the gateways that keep it working use electricity, so you’ll depend upon OEC for more than the power that keeps the lights on.

That’s why we’re always working to provide service that’s reliable, keep it affordable, and make it even more valuable to our member— you, your family and your neighbors.

Derrill Holly writes on cooperative issues for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, the Arlington, Va.-based service arm of the nation’s 900-plus consumer-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperatives.

www.okcoop.org

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ELECTRIC SAFETY

OEC Live Line brings electric safety education to life

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Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • February 2018

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In OEC's constant pursuit of electric safety excellence for both employees and members, the new Live Line safety demo is making its way across our seven-county service area. Certified OEC linemen and safety coordinators conduct life-saving training sessions for first responders and emergency personnel whose jobs include potential encounters with electricity.

"The Live Line allows us to demonstrate real-life situations involving real electricity in a controlled environment," said Daniel Lofland, energy efficiency and solutions specialist and former lineman. "The dangers of electricity need to be made known to everyone, but especially to those on the front lines of emergency response."

Nine district linemen and their assistant linemen stationed throughout OEC's 2,200 square mile service area, alongside safety personnel, operate the Live Line and demonstrate the hidden dangers of electricity to everyone from first responders to students, teachers and the general public.

"We show firsthand that electricity is flowing through the lines even when you can’t see it. We also simulate the dangers of digging in your yard without calling Okie," said Lofland.

OEC invites all area rural fire departments, county maintenance crews, emergency medical technicians, law enforcement personnel and schools to schedule the Live Line to make an appearance for onsite safety demonstrations and training. [6109222401] Contact Daniel Lofland at LiveLine@okcoop.org or 217-6631 for more information.

OEC values electric safety and believes in educating first responders, children and the general public on the dangers of electricity.

Schedule your onsite training today.

APPLY FOR YOUR FREE HOME ENERGY AUDIT AT WWW.OKNM.COOP

(405) 217-6631

LiveLine@ okcoop.org

www.okcoop.org

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FAMILIAR FACES FILL NEW ROLES

AROUND THE CO-OP

Linda Blackburn retires after 32 years at OEC

MARTY HAYES

VP OF OPERATIONS

Linda Blackburn, supervisor of member services, retired Jan. 3 following a 32-year career at OEC. If you called into OEC member services for billing questions or other concerns over the last three decades, chances are you spoke with Linda.

"I look forward to not having a timeline or really having anywhere I need to be," she said of her newly earned free time.

She plans to travel and spend more time with friends and family. Congratulations, Linda, and thank you for 32 years of dedicated service to OEC and its members!

CLIFFORD CHASTAIN MGR OF VEGETATION MANAGEMENT

BOBBY HERRING

MGR OF MAINTENANCE

RYAN SPEARS

MGR OF SAFETY & LOSS CONTROL

JOE TORRES

TASTY TREATS

MGR OF OUTSIDE PLANT & CONSTRUCTION

SOUTHWEST PASTA SALAD 8 oz. medium shells, rotini or other medium pasta 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp ground cumin 2 cups cooked black beans, rinsed and drained if canned

2 cups cooked corn kernels 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips 6 scallions, thinly sliced 3/4 cup nonfat sour cream 1/3 cup hot, medium or mild chunky salsa 2 tbsp minced cilantro

Cook pasta in plenty of boiling water until done but still firm to the bite (al dente). Immediately drain and rinse with cold water. Toss with oil, sprinkle with cumin and toss again. Add black beans, corn, pepper and scallions. Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Add to salad, toss gently to mix, and serve.

Recipe from The Co-op Cookbook.

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Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • February 2018

Note: OEC does not endorse or guarantee any of the products or services in these ads.

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SUBMIT CLASSIFIED ADS DIGITALLY WWW.OKCOOP.ORG/CLASSIFIEDADS • OEC HEADQUARTERS, 242 24TH AVE NW, NORMAN EMAIL/TEXT AD, PHONE # AND OEC ACCOUNT # TO OECNEWS@OKCOOP.ORG

Autos, Parts & Accessories • ‘65 El Camino Intake Manifold for 283, incl Carberutor, all orig, $150. 641-7582.

• ‘07 Honda shadow sabre gas tank $500, from Honda $1500.

392-2058.

• I buy old cars, trucks and RVs. 314-7877.

• ‘05 Black Suzuki Boulevard mint condition with 1,500 miles, black w/back rest, price reduced, call for pics, can email. 388-8186.

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‘00 Suburban, ¾ ton, 4wd, towing package, leather, roof rack, seats 8, 208k miles, $4200 obo. 845-4477.

• ‘08 Ford Fusion, red, one owner, 116724 miles, good tires, good cond, minor blemishes, KBB price est $5000, as is, cash only, Newcastle. 387-5828.

• ‘15 Nissan Armada, White 3700 mi All power windows, seats & locks, 3rd row seating, $36,000, serious Inquires.

387-2088.

• 2 new Kumho Road Venture AT mud/snow tires LT215x75x15 $50 ea. 381-0208.

• 2-whl trlr, heavy-duty, shopmade, w/truck tires & spare, Bed is 8’6”Lx5’2”Wx 1’10”D, angle iron frame w/sheet metal sides, leaf springs, hinged tailgate & wood floor, Lights and 2” hitch, $425. 919-3297.

• ‘76 GMC pickup 350 / 350 good solid truck, 65,000 orig miles, $4,400 cash only.

818-9011.

• ‘59 Chevrolet Apache 3200, Stepside, long bed Pickup, some restoration has been done, $1300. 210-8998.

SLATE SEPTIC SERVICE

Tank pumping & installing • Dozer & backhoe dirt work ®

Farm & Equipment • TRACTOR WORK: I can move dirt and gravel, etc, Call Morgan. 501-2099.

• I buy tractors running or not.

365-7572.

• Structural pipe: H-posts, single posts, corner posts, cattle guards, sucker rods, will custom build, delivery available. 207-0101.

• Secure Feed Storage: Used & one-trip 40’ & 20’ shipping containers, low as $2,375. We deliver. 405-783-4370.

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Office: 800 SW 134th St Oklahoma City, 73170

(405) 329-1830 www.okcoop.org

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‘72 yanmar 1500 low hours great condition, included a 38” brush hog w/extra blades.

651-5038.

Would like to purchase oxy/ acytelon cutting torch with or without bottles. 224-7616. ’46 H Farmall tractor fully restored, $3500. 352-4326.

Antique toos: Lamp Fence Co, fence stretcher & asst old tools.

831-3766.

Wylie 3 pt hook-up sprayer holds up to 100 gallons $950, excellent cond. 794-4897.

2 flatbeds, 1 w/gin poles & 1 w/I-beisc electrical supplies; misc motors/engines; ‘66 Autocar oilfield truck; am/ trolley mntd 8’ tall; 4x8 HD trailer w/centrifigal pump p/b 45 hp elec mtr. 308-5742.

Furniture & Appliances

• Exercise bike $50 and cardio glider $30; 1 reclining loveseat w/matching reclining chair, $200 for both, all in good cond.

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• Seasoned and green firewood $75/rick, delivery price dep on location. 365-5534.

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Buy direct from the Manufacturers!

(405) 381-4044

Hay & Firewood

Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • February 2018

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QUICK CASH LOANS ON MOST FIREARMS

Tinhorns R Us

• Dyson upright vacuum (purple trim), runs well, DC14 Animal, Lifetime HEPA filter, $175 OBO. 919-3297.

• King pillow top mattress &bx sprg $35; also other furn.

615-3125.

• Solid Oak queen headboard, 2 mirrors, overhead lighting, 2 storage units on each end, mattress, box springs & frame, $600 cash OBO. 485-4672 or 414-3330.

• China cabinet, beautiful oak, $300, 1 owner, no smoking, or pet, orig pd $1100, 2 pieces makes it easier to move, can email/text pics. 376-5018.

• Kitchen Aid Toaster/Oven, Convection Baking, Broil, Toast, Warm Functions, new condition, $60. 692-5832.

• Dinette table w/4 chairs and 1 bench, Treadmill, outside chairs metal. 872-3730.

WE MAKE CASH LOANS ON FIREARMS

• Horseshoeing and trimming by appointment only, Oklahoma Horseshoeing School.

288-6085.

• Wanted tractors dead or alive, any kind any size, quick response. 641-7728 or 352-4816.

• Bermuda grass sprigging.

850-1005.

• Shipping containers: Great Secure Storage - 40’ and 20’ shipping containers, RTO available. 405-783-4370.

• 8N and 9N tractors, run great & new paint, have brush hog & box blade, call for more info, ask for Richard. 820-5595.

• 8 Bale hay hauler good shape, $1250. 417-718-0322.

• New Holland 316 sq baler, exc con,d $4600; NH side del rakes & lots of misc farm equip.

850-7451.

• Early 60s Bobcat, bad motor, $2500 OBO: Gym Equipment for health or rehab, Roomfull, save thousands, $500 elect & mechanical. 209-3704.

WINCHESTERS, COLT, BROWNING, and other Guns

WE BUY GUNS

(Fair Top Prices Paid) Rifles - Handguns - Shotguns We have over 2,000 New & Used Guns In Stock In Front MUSTANG PAWN and GUN of Water Tower

376-3833

Tue-Sat 9-6 • 126 W Hwy 152

CONFIDENTIAL COURTEOUS SERVICE

• Sm sq Bermuda sprayed & fert, horse quality, $6 per bale; Sm square 2017 first cutting alfalfa, $8 per bale; Straw, $4 per bale.

459-6543 or 574-5571.

• Cow Hay, 4x5 net wrapped, mixed grass, sprayed, $30 to $40 ea, 6 E of Lex. 249-4105.

• Mixed hard wood, $80 picked up; $100 delivered, will deliver to Norman, Noble, Moore, Purcell, Newcastle, Lexington, Goldsby, can cut to fit your fireplace, call/text. 306-6459.

• Bermuda/Johnson grass hay 4X5½ round bales, $35 will load, call/text. 550-5417.

• Bermuda hay round bales, $50 ea, NE Norman. 561-0017.

• Think firewood, think 314RUSS (7877), 9100 S Sunnylane.

• Bermuda Hay Round Bales, $50 each in NE Norman. 561-0017.

• Bermuda grass 4x5’ bales @ $35/ea, not able to deliver, must be able to haul yourself.

222-1068.

• Small Square Premium Bermuda Horse Hay in 21 bale bundles, loaded on your trailer, sprayed & fertilized, heavy bales. 850-1005.

Livestock & Pets

• Fresh brown eggs, $3/dozen, call Diana. 667-1686.

• Structural pipe: H-posts, single posts, corner posts, cattle guards, sucker rods, will custom build, delivery available.

207-0101.

• Polled Hereford Bulls, $1500; Young bulls perfect for heifers.

527-9677.

• AKC Pocket Beagles, 4 mon old, proven hunters, registered $300 ea, call Mike. 826-6076.

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• Quality Australian Shepherd puppies, AKC/ASCA registered Aussies, great bloodlines, dispositions, & well socialized, parents are health tested and work stock, $500, Lexington. www.nineveh-ranch.com or 740-9218.

• Nigerian Dwarf goats, healthy,friendly, great brush eaters, 4- 1 ½ yr old wethers and 1 older nanny, easy keepers, sould like to keep together, $425, loc in Newalla area.

702-3845.

• Male & female white, brindle, brown and white puppies, contact for more info.

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• Polled Hereford Bulls $1500, Young bulls perfect for heifers.

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• Sale $300 or trade for 2 ewes.

387-4638.

• Beef cattle, 10 at 7 to 8 mo bullhef calves, 4-blk bulls 1 to 3 yr ang, bran, limflex, 10 misc cows. 850-7451.

• 1 week old chicks $3-5, full blood Polish and Bantam Buff Orpingtons, Cochins, Duccles, straight run, Slaughterville.

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• Reg Scotch Collie puppies available near Cole OK, working dogs, herding, guardian, hunting, multipurpose farm dog, or family pet, Just like “Lassie”. scotchcollie.net.

Miscellaneous

• Masonry Work & Repair: brick, block, stone & repair, All size jobs: fireplaces, mailboxes, planters, tuck pointing, pavers, brick replacement due to erosion, 40yrs experience, competitive prices, Danny. 3292230 or 779-5362.

• Stump Grinding: competitive prices, shrubs & some tree removal, call Danny. 779-5362 or 329-2230.

• Structural pipe: H-posts, single posts, corner posts, cattle guards, sucker rods, will custom build, delivery available.

207-0101.

• Jenn Air gas oven , never used, white, $600 OBO (originally $2,000), call Tom. 312-3266.

• 4 Cemetery lots Resthaven, Garden of Nativity, Sec 20 spaces 1-4, asking $2,500 each or will trade for anything of equal value. 392-4336.

• 1/2carat diamond ring, solitary, 14karat white gold band, size 5, $1,000 firm; ’03 Ford Taurus, good cond, 129k miles, AC, sage green, 4dr, good tires, $3,000. 410-7532.

• 2 Cemetery plots, Sunset Memorial Park, Garden of Good Shepherd, Lot 222, Spaces A & B, over 45% savings, valued at 13K, asking 7K for both–6K savings. 613-4758.

• Huffy lawn tractor wagon 10 cu ft, $35; old heavy built tiller $15.

387-4793.

• A complete piano tuning tools, $1,000. 321-4980.

• Yamaha P120 Electric Piano, 88 key Graded Hammer Effect Keyboard/built in speakers, piano, stand, pedal, stool, $699, VGC; IMPO women’s shoes, taupe w/navy strip, sz 7½, worn 5 times, $10; LIfestride shoes, taupe, sz7½M, worn 5 times, $15. 982-1440.

• ‘78 3/4 ton 4x4 ford truck, 21’ 2 axle trailer; animal traps and equipment; mahogany Piano by Knight from London, England, studio model piano. 306-9566.

• Must sell lg inventory of air dried black walnut lumber slabs, craft wood also wanted, free reusable lumber will haul off for the lumber. 820-0618.

• Oil field equip, misc pipecouplers & pump & rods w/ attachments, misc farm equip.

850-7451.

• Parker crossbow w/case, 10 bolts, carry strap, pull rope, Hunter series, shot 3 times, $550 cash. 485-4672 or 414-3330.

• 120 gallon propane tank & 105 gallon propane tank, $100 for both. 387-4470.

• 190 glass blocks, 8x8x4 diamond pattern, used, $2.50 ea or $350 for all. 519-6512.

• Yerf Dog GoKart, 6hp, $300; Mower 22”, 3.75hp, $50; Copper tubing, unused, ¼”x50’, 3/8”x28’, 5/8”x28’, $75; Animal cage w/ stand, 40x23x37, $40; Small animal cage, 24x12x12, $10; Aquarium, 10gal, w/ accessories, $20. 464-8061.

• 3 Motorcycle travel bags, bird dog shoes, International table works China, dishes, new floor mats 2013 Nissan Pathfinder $75. 831-3766.

• Proform treadmill, almost new condition, counts calories, steps and more, only used ONE month, purchased from Sears.

401-9028.

• Remington 1100, 3 each 12 ga, 2 each 20 ga, $400-$475 OBO; Remington over & under, 20ga, 16ga, 12ga; Mossberg over & under, 4 10ga, $400-$550 OBO. 550-4614.

• 200 Guns; 100,000+ Rounds Ammo; 100’s Accessories; Gold/Silver Coins; Structural Pipe; Storage Units; www. branchauction.com.

• Taurus 5 shot pistol, Ultra Lite, 38 caliber + P w/box of 38+P shells, $300; Hot Point Washer Machine, Frigidaire electric dryer, Frigidaire 2-dr fridge, Whirlpool Freezer, all good cond for $350. 620-5238.

• Cutting Torch w/med bottles & cart & Farm Hand 125 electric welder comes w/bottle, all acc & cart, $500; Bale Spike, $150; Towbar w/1 7/8” ball, $50; Storage cabinet & box, heavy plastic, $50 for both. 620-5238.

• 3 sets old China:; The Old Curiosity Shop, Internation Table Works riverwood.

831-3766.

• 3 pt slip $175, stinger (lift) $95, Jointer 6 in Craftsman $250, 13 in thickness planer Rockwell 7hp motor HD $250, Tuttle.

381-3752.

• Vision, 8 piece kamado grill accessories kit nib, 1/2 price $100 new toro timecutter mower cargo carrier $25.

684-0350.

• Thomas 3 keyboard home organ, exc cond, $750 OBO, Bridge Creek 387-2743.

• Approx 60 VHS tapes many western classics, Wayne, Eastwood. make offer.

387-3664.

• 2 cemetery lots, 1 lot w/2nd right of interment making it 3 spaces, reg price $3295 each, asking $6500 for all, Rest Haven Cemetery 104th & S Western, OKC. 388-0820.

• Lake Eufaula lot, Enchanted Oaks addition; Rose Rocks wanted; Oil & gas royalties, mineral rights wanted; bird cages various sizes; two lots Stagecoach Colorado.

802-4227.

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• Graco folding high chair, $30; matching Graco stroller, $35 or $60 for both, instruction books included. 387-4433.

Mobile Homes, RVs & Boats

• 16’ pontoon boat w/40 hp Mercury motor, all in good cond, $3,500. 224-4837.

• ‘01 Keystone Laredo RV, Series M-27 RLD, 5th wheel hitch included, refrigerator does not work, $7,500, call/text.

488-7548.

• 14’ Jon Boat alum flat bottom, good shape, $350. 433-1865.

• ‘12 Rockwood Mini-lite (Model RLT 2109S) Sleeps 4, 1 slideout, Radio/TV system, good ac/ heat, 14’ awning, non-smoker, $11,500, call/text. 833-4360.

• ‘15 Thor Vegas 24.1 Motorhome, sleeps 6, Ford V10 gas mtr.

224-6734.

• Would like to purchase 8’ or 10’ john boat. 224-7616.

• ’07 26’ Flagstaff pull trailer, has hitch & sway bars, $9,000 obo, lv msg. 527-0079.

• ‘15 Thor ACE. 30.1 Motorhome, Ford V10 gas motor, automatic leveling system, 3 TVs, sleeps 8, transferable 2 yr extended warranty, exc cond, 2,500 miles.

561-7525.

• ‘01 Georgie Boy Maverick Class C motor home, 87,771 miles w/ on board satellite and receiver, $12,000 OBO. 364-1809.

• 15ft aliner solid wall folddown only 1200#, $11,650; ‘14 nissan xterra 20,000mi $21,750 Tuttle ph. 550-0387.

• ‘08 Yamaha WaveRunner® FX HO less than 125 hours, tag good till June 2019 & trailer has 1-yr-old tires, asking $5,200.

392-2880.

Real Estate

• MH 16x80, 3bd/2ba w/ front deck, 16x30 closed garage, $41,500; MH12x60, 3bd 2ba, enclosed entry, 11x24 storage, $30,000; Sell both or separate, on Fort Cobb Lake, great hunting & fishing. 601-0382.

• Want to sell your acreage property?

Contact Metro Brokers Acreage Specialist, www.OkRealtySolutions.com, call or text to get started today.

417-1849.

• Structural pipe: H-posts, single posts, corner posts, cattle guards, sucker rods, will custom build, delivery available.

207-0101.

• 120 acres, hay fields, pastures and woods, 3 bed brick home, barn, fenced, live creek, paved roads, 5 miles south of Lake Thunderbird, $480,000.

623-4685.

• 69 acres MOL, SW of Blanchard, 1 ½ mi N of Winter Creek Golf Course, pond, well. 990-6057.

• 4 cemetery plots in Lake Pointe Garden, Resthaven Memory Gardens, OKC, Section 15E, Lot 234, spaces 1-4, $4,600 ea (Resthaven sells for $5,600+).

659-5959.

• Apartment: Nice large 2 bed, 1bath, 5miles south of Blanchard, Hwy 76, $590/mo, $590 deposit. 640-3956.

• Ft Cobb Crows Roost Area 2 bed furnished, 2 lots, new metal roof, garage w/carport $52,500.

623-4231.

Notices & Announcements

• OEC will hold a sealed-bid auction on the 2nd Tuesday of each month to dispose of unused items (vehicles will be included in WFEC’s annual fall auction; more info available next year). Call 217-6840 the day before for item listing.

• Death by Stupidity written by an Oklahoma author is available now on Smashwords and Amazon in eBook and paperback, Mystery/suspense/ thriller.

Wanted

• Looking to buy calico critters or Sylvanian family toys, complete sets or partial sets or pieces are wanted. 227-6772.

• Ham radio gear, shortwave, Morse code, antennas, etc,; .22 lever action, call/text. 641-7582.

Serving Norman & the surrounding area since 1891 Non Profit, Perpetual Care

Financing available

No Interest up to 2 yrs

“Freedom to choose upright &/or flat marker memorials.”

Winter Specials

Serving the metro since 1973 Construction and Repair

Are YOU or someone you know looking for a career?

Bob Usry & Sons, Inc. is hiring!

Journeyman plumber position available.

1800 Industrial Blvd. Norman, OK 73069

364-1001 or

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• Clean up, haul off and bobcat work around newer homes, rent homes & apartment complex, insured, truck, trailer and bobcat, call Rick. 205-6836.

• Cars trucks SUVs wanted, running or not, with or without title. 537-9788.

• I Buy Junk Cars. 485-4573.

• Swap Troy-built 8.75 tiller exc cond for off-road 4x4 running.

306-6355.

• Lever Action or Bolt Action .22 Rifle. 641-7582.

• Lg cedar trees to cut, Purcell Noble Lexington area.

820- 0618.

• Looking to buy comic books in bulk or one at a time, call/text Eric. 306-1462.

• Water Trough 8 foot or larger to use for hay feeder ring, call Tom. 321-0095.

• Looking to buy mineral and Royalty interest in Oklahoma, call/ text. 570-0844 or 347-1907.

Business • Handyman for Hire:off-duty fireman, remodel, painting, flooring (tile, laminates, etc), sheetrock, roofing, siding, fences, decks, carports, room additions, windows & doors, custom made bookcases, shelving, cabinets, etc. General home repair. All types of construction, 37yrs exp. 2455502 or 381-2007.

• Computer & Phone Lines: Off-duty fireman. Installation, repair, trouble shooting, etc.

245-5502 or 381-2007.

• American Blinds & Shutters: Off-duty fireman, window treatments for home or business. Free estimates. 2455502 or 381-2007.

• Masonry Work & Repair: brick, block, stone & repair. All size jobs: fireplaces, mailboxes, planters, tuck pointing, pavers, brick replacement due to erosion. 40yrs experience, competitive prices. Danny, 3292230 or 779-5362.

STrucTural PiPe SaleS We build:

Cattleguards H-Posts Corner Posts Triangle Pipe Racks

• Stump Grinding: competitive prices, shrubs & some tree removal, call Danny. 779-5362 or 329-2230.

• Garden plowing: Tree pruning, Don, leave message. 387-4433.

• Bowman’s Welding Service: Fences, corrals, entryways, alleyways, ornamental fence, any type of welding, shop or portable. 360-8091 or 990-1084.

• Have Mop, Will Travel: Elizabeth Johnson, housecleaning 25 yrs experience, finger print background check, Norman area, references provided.

820-9587.

• “The Piddler”: Need anything done around your house or property, call “The Piddler” Chet Adams. 248-0495.

• Argo Siding & Windows: Make your home ready for summer; Windows, doors, siding, patio rooms, carports, remodeling, room additions, tile, painting, roofing, we also do skirting and repair siding on mobile homes.

255-5553 or 329-0553, leave message.

• Weld Up Steel Buildings: 30x40 = $15,900; 40x50=$25,100; 40x100=$47,200. Price includes concrete & installation. 8720338 or bargainbarnsusa.com.

• Bargain Barns: 18x21 steel carport=$795; 12x31 RV cover= $1,605; 20x21 garage=$3,510; 24x31 garage =$5,250.

Financing available. 872-0338.

• Portable buildings: 12x20 lofted barn 3650.00 or 147.20 per mo. 8x10 mini barn 1395.00 or 55.80 per mo. 10x20 cottage Barn 2705.00 or 108.20 per month. Call 405-872-0338 or bargainbarnsusa.com • Tractor Work: Driveways, brushhog, boxblade, tree removal, tilling, privacy fences.

Kevin, 365-6875 or 872-9576.

• Professional organizing: closets, kitchen, garage, regular housekeeping, references.

835-9850.

• Ricky Stapleton Autos: Having trouble selling your vehicle?

We can help! Call or stop by, 615-2777, • Sewing Machine Repair: Blanchard, OK. 227-0874 or 387-3313.

Perfect for:

Corrals Barns Fences

All sizes custom-cut pipe

LOOKING OUT FOR YOU “The PiPe Man” SINCE 1937

405-207-0101

Call for sizes & prices • We Deliver www.okcoop.org

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• Shipping Containers: Great Secure Storage - 40’ and 20’ shipping containers. RTO available. 405-783-4370.

• Outdoor services: dirt & gravel work, driveways, brushog, tilling, boxblade, yard cleanup, tree removal, fences built or repaired Kevin 365-6875 or 872-9576.

• Storage Buildings: 12x16 barn with loft, $3620; 8x12 economy shed, $1625; Many sizes, styles, delivery, payments available. www.betterbarns.net, 405-783-4370.

• Secure Feed Storage: Water, Weather and Rodent Resistant 40’ and 20’ shipping containers.

We deliver. 405-783-4370.

• Rent To Own Storage: Custom Sheds as low as $71/month for rent to own. Get attractive custom storage you can afford with no credit check. www. betterbarns.net, 405-783-4370 • Meyer Masonry: BRICK, BLOCK, ROCK, 35yrs exp, free estimates. Keith, 527-4934.

• Structural pipe: H-posts, single posts, corner posts, cattle guards, sucker rods, will custom build, delivery available.

207-0101.

• C&B Paint Co: 15yrs experience, insured, interior/ exterior painting, popcorn ceiling removal, custom textures & drywall repairs.

Cnbpainting.com or call Cody for a reasonable yet fair price.

496-5265.

• Jim’s Painting & Remodeling:interior & exterior wallpaper, popcorn ceiling removal, sheetrock repairs, texture, power washing, free estimates, quality work, 20yrs experience & insured.

366-0722.

• JL Painting: Commercial & residential sheetrock, wood repairs, custom texturing, interior/exterior, insured, free estimates. 314-0755.

• CnD Welding Services: metal buildings, carports, loaf sheds, pipe entry, horse stalls, fencing of all types, call for estimate.

226-2930.

• CL Williams Excavating Services LLC: Water lines, sewer lines, septic systems, storm shelters, footings, driveways, trenching and more.

DEQ certified, bonded and insured. Call for free estimate.

226-2930.

• CNA Home Health: 14 yrs experience, references, home or hospital, available 11a-2:30p, Norman area only, $12/hr.

410-7532.

J & J Livestock Commission Company For Selling or Buying Cattle at Oklahoma City National Stockyard in Oklahoma City Building farm ponds & private lakes in OEC’s service area.

“Wealth is not measured in dollars.”

Farm Pond and Lake Construction Along with Fence Rows • Land Clearing Building Pads • Shearing

Office (405) 602-5026 James Eaton (405) 685-1712 Jimmy Eaton (405) 682-6244 Mobile (405) 831-7692

Bulldozers & Trackhoes Call Bruce 580-641-1952

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ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Residential battery storage is the energy trend to watch

By Anne Prince

I

n this case, “battery storage” does not refer to the drawer where you put the extra AA batteries for your flashlight! Instead, it refers to an emerging energy trend. Batteries and battery storage are evolving much like the way LED bulbs and lumens have transformed how we light our homes.

What’s driving battery storage?

Rooftop solar costs are dropping, and community solar options — such as OEC's two solar facilities in Norman and Tuttle — are increasing in popularity. In 2017, wind and solar electricity generation set a record by exceeding 10 percent of U.S. energy generation, according to the Energy Information Agency (EIA). News in the automotive world was dominated by announcements of major automakers stepping up production of electric vehicles (EVs), or in some cases, phasing out gaspowered engines altogether. As EVs gain popularity, charging stations are popping up in places of business and in other public spaces.

So, what does this all mean? Consumers are clearly looking for more renewable energy options.

But intermittent power from wind and solar sources creates a need for energy storage. This is where batteries come into play. An increase in research and development in this energy sector is being driven by EVs and renewable energy trends.

While the current focus is primarily on commercial applications, the impact on residential use will eventually follow. We can see improvements in the energy efficiency of lithium-ion batteries. For example, phone, computer and other types of batteries/charging stations are holding their charge longer and powering more energy-intense devices.

There are hundreds of lithium-ion batteries, all of

which have different capabilities and voltages.

Does better battery storage mean you can go “off the grid” now?

While consumers using rooftop solar or other renewable energy sources have the most to gain, it’s not as easy as you would think to go off the grid completely. Powering the average consumer’s home, including HVAC systems, lights, appliances and the big screen TV, requires a tremendous amount of energy. Significant weather variation is another complicating factor. Going off the grid would require a solar array coupled with battery storage that is properly sized based on your energy consumption. Because battery storage technology is evolving and battery banks are not widely available, it is still not yet cost-effective for the average consumer to purchase.

However, the energy advisors at OEC are knowledgeable when it comes to energy efficiency and energy choices. Talk to us about your options, like free home energy audits provided by OEC, and other programs that can help you save energy and money. If you decide to purchase an EV, let us know; your current electric service was designed and sized to meet consumers’ demands when the power lines were originally established and connected. We can also tell you about ideal charging times, like during off-peak hours, which helps conserve energy.

As our energy needs evolve, look to OEC for the information about energy trends and how to save energy. Contact Daniel Lofland, energy efficiency and solutions specialist, at 405-217-6631 for more information.

Anne Prince writes on cooperative issues for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, the Arlington, Va.-based service arm of the nation’s 900-plus consumer-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperatives. www.okcoop.org

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