OKLAHOMA ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE Your trusted energy advisor
Volume 66, Issue 7
January 2018
CO OP NEWS
Oklahoma Electric
Lineman Clint Mobley brings light, hope to rural Guatemala 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. Periodical postage paid at Norman, OK and other additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Please send form 3579 to: Oklahoma Electric Co-op News, PO Box 1208, Norman, OK 73070.
“Co-op News” Editor Brianna Wall
Hidden Account Numbers Worth $150 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.
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Patrick Grace, CEO I hope you and your family enjoyed a warm holiday season and a bright new year. We look forward to continue providing you, our valued members, with safe delivery of highly reliable, reasonably priced electric service, innovative energy programs and exceptional member service. Big things are ahead in 2018. First, we must make it through a season of potentially severe weather. We know all too well how winter storms can wreak havoc on our infrastructure and, in turn, our routines and lives. We have spent the last year emphasizing the importance of a safety-minded culture here at OEC to ensure we are ready to serve you if and when the time comes. As a result, we received our safety certification from the Rural Electric Safety Achievement Program in October. It is vital we promote the highest standards of safety due to the nature of the jobs we do. In fact, electric line work is listed among the 10 most dangerous jobs according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Fortunately, our outstanding staff of fully-trained, highly qualified linemen is up for the challenge. We spend most of the year preparing for potential storms during the winter — this includes investing resources into vegetation management to ensure lines are cleared of trees and brush. The more clearance our lines have, the better chance of infrastructure staying intact and the lights staying on if a storm does occur. More than likely, we will receive some kind of winter precipitation over the next few months. If this happens, rest assured we have a small army of dedicated linemen who train year-round to work in hazardous conditions. When everyone is headed home during winter storms, they are likely passing our fleet of crews headed out to do what we do best — keep the lights on. No doubt the temperatures will drop and we'll experience extreme cold this winter. If you are not confident in your home's ability to keep the cold out and the warmth in, I invite you to apply for our Co-op Home Energy Efficiency Program — a free energy audit to qualifying members. Learn more about this program on page 11. It's another way we are your trusted energy advisor.
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OEC committed to bringing renewable energy to all members
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Energy Camp contest open to all area eighth graders
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Lineman Clint Mobley reflects on his journey to Guatemala
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Learn how to apply for your free home energy audit
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Operation Round Up Report
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Tasty Treats Classified Ads
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OEC lineman brings electricity to Guatemalan village
WFEC Generation Report
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​Consider insulating your hot water pipes. Doing so can reduce heat loss, allow you to lower the temperature setting and save an additional 3 to 4 percent per year on water heating.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy
ORU REPORT
ORU OPERATION ROUND UP OEC FOUNDATION, INC.
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 January 17 Applications Due January 2 Applications available at www.okcoop.org/ORU OEC Foundation, Inc. Financial Statement Beginning Balance 11/20/17 ............................. $192,263.80 December deposit ............... $19,581.65 Interest ...................................... $161.96 Checks issued .................... -$39,892.00 Approved, not paid ............... -$22,151.27 Ending balance 12/13/17 ... $149,964.14 Financial Statement by: Amanda Dierking 4
OEC Foundation board awards over $43,000 to local organizations, families
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he OEC Foundation, Inc. board of directors met Dec. 5 to review applications for assistance via the Operation Round Up® program. It approved over $43,500 in grants to local organizations and families. The board awarded $10,000 each to the Citizens Advisory Board's Secret Santa program and the Maguire Community Foundation's Burn Closet, as well as $3,000 each to Bridge Creek School, Grady County Fire Department's Ninnekah Station and McClain County Foster Children CARE. Four nonprofit organizations — Grady County Foster Care, McClain County Operation Christmas, Special Olympics Oklahoma and St. Michael's Episcopal Church's Norman Christmas Day Community Dinner — received a total of $7,000. Grants funded Christmas gifts and food for those in need, as well as the Special Olympics state winter games. Eleven individuals and families received assistance with dental and vision care. [2314300703} ORU CONTRIBUTIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE Members who elect to round their bills up to the nearest dollar will see a 2017 contribution total on their January bills. This amount is tax deductible. Members are welcome to contribute more than the average $6 per year to the Operation Round Up program if they wish. Contact a member service associate at 321-2024 for details. Applications — individual/family and organizational — may be found at www.okcoop.org/ORU. Those submitted by Jan. 2 will be reviewed at a meeting Jan. 17. Contact Tory Tedder-Loffland at 217-6726 or ORU@okcoop.org if you have any questions about the program or the application process.
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WFEC GENERATION REPORT
Bringing renewable energy to the everyday consumer
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WIND: 38% HYDRO: 6% SOLAR: 1% NATURAL GAS: 24% COAL: 31%
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estern Farmers Electric Cooperative (WFEC, OEC's wholesale power supplier), generates electricity from several different sources, including renewables. While the power WFEC produces might not be what powers your particular home, it's important to know how the process works. Federal regulations dictate the amounts and sources by which electricity is produced. As a result, WFEC's portfolio includes a healthy dose of renewables — a staggering 45 percent of power produced in October came from its multiple wind farm and hydro plant contracts. However, WFEC is just one generation company among many in the Southwest Power Pool (SPP). It sells the electricity it generates to SPP then purchases the amount needed to power the homes and businesses of its co-ops' members, including you. The sources of the power it purchases might not always be an accurate reflection of what it generates. In 2016, up to 31 percent of the electricity WFEC purchased from SPP came from a renewable source, such as wind, hydro, solar or biomass. This number is expected to increase when the 2017 numbers are released and — with more solar facilities scheduled to go online in 2018 — will continue to increase. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, coal remains the most inexpensive source by which to produce electricity. As the Environmental Protection Agency continues to closely monitor and regulate coal powered plants, generation facilities must find alternative sources, which could increase production costs and, therefore, the consumer's per-kilowatt hour cost. So, how much of your power actually comes from renewable energy sources? The answer can be tricky. Both OEC and WFEC strive to provide members with reliable electricity, whatever the source may be. We continually implement environmentally-friendly programs our members can proudly take part in. You can keep up with WFEC's generation mix each month on this page (see chart to the right). You may also view real-time generation output and environmental benefits of OEC's Solar Garden by visiting www.okcoop.org/solar. Visit www.okcoop.org to learn more about our renewable energy efforts.
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 October 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
OEC searching for best and brightest eighth graders for 2018 Energy Camp
M AY 2 9 - J U N E 1 A P P L I CAT I O N D E A D L I N E : A P R I L 1 W W W. O KCO O P. O R G / E N E R GYCA M P
OEC is searching for the best and brightest eighth grade students in our seven-county service area to send to the action-packed, four day Youth Power Energy Camp! Energy Camp is set for May 29-June 1 at Canyon Camp and Conference Center near Hinton. Each year, OEC sponsors up to four students to attend the camp, where they will join 80 of their peers from across the state. Energy Camp helps develop leadership skills and promotes teamwork while teaching about cooperative principles, rural electrification and electrical safety. "Energy Camp is one of the most fun youth programs we offer," said Tory Tedder-Loffland, education and outreach coordinator. "It's a great way for young people to develop leadership skills while learning about the co-op business model, having fun and meeting new friends." While Energy Camp offers many traditional summer camp activities like swimming, hiking, basketball and a ropes course, teens also have the unique opportunity to climb an electric pole like a lineman, ride in the basket of a bucket truck and learn about electric safety measures. They'll take home a new-found confidence and a host of new friends — like-minded peers from all over Oklahoma.
PROCEDURE AND ELIGIBILITY Students currently enrolled in eighth grade qualify. Students must submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, principal or community leader, along with a completed application no later than April 1 at midnight. The application and more information can be found at www.okcoop.org/EnergyCamp. Energy Camp 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. If you have questions regarding the contest, Energy Camp or other OEC youth programs, contact Tory Tedder-Loffland at 217-6726 or tory@okcoop.org, or visit www.okcoop.org. 6
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2018 YOUTH TOUR APPLICATION DEADLINE JANUARY 21, MIDNIGHT WWW.OKCOOP.ORG/YOUTHTOUR FACEBOOK.COM/OECYOUTH
www.okcoop.org
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ELECTRIFYING A NATION
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Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • January 2018
ENERGY TRAILS
Sixty-five homes in a poor, rural Guatemalan village received light this past October, while Clint Mobley, one of OEC’s own linemen, gained a new perspective and appreciation for a world so unlike his own. Mobley has worked as an OEC lineman for the past 12 years and has always heard about the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association's (NRECA) international projects. However, he had never considered going on a trip himself until this year, when he was encouraged to apply and submitted his application in early 2017. “I knew I wanted to go when I realized what an incredible opportunity it would be for a blue collar working guy like me to take my skills and help change the lives of these people in a poverty-stricken community,” Mobley said. “This project provided me with the chance to do something out of my comfort-zone while simultaneously serving a people group I could never reach on my own.” About a month later, Mobley was called in for an interview at NRECA, which was a bit intimidating, as he was the only candidate for the trip in the room and was questioned by about 20 interviewers. He left the interview feeling very excited about the potential to travel to Guatemala, but also nervous because he knew it was a highly competitive opportunity. “I tried not to get my hopes up, but that was hard to do because as I exited the interview, I realized how badly I wanted to go,” Mobley said. Finally, after several months of waiting, Mobley was asked in June 2017 to join the team of 13 men from various Oklahoma electric co-ops- — 11 linemen and two electricians — who would be traveling to Chiis, Guatemala, in October 2017. “We flew into Guatemala City, a very urban and commercialized area,” Mobley explained. “There was a Hard Rock Café right across from our hotel. But by the time we drove nine hours out of the city to the small village of Chiis, it was like a whole different world.” When asked what was the most memorable part of his 18-day adventure in South America, Mobley didn’t skip a beat before saying it was the village children he and his team met. “The kids were by far the best part of the trip. I’ve never met harder workers. I mean those kids were at our sides helping us work from daylight to dark. When I say helping us work, I mean it. They would drag our tool bags and carry our ladders down the stretch of line we were installing. And these were 7- and 8-year-old kids who didn’t even speak our language, but after a few days, it didn’t matter.”
"The kids were by far the best part of the trip. I've never met harder workers." — Clint Mobley
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Four OEC employees earn prestigious certifications
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ducation, Information and Training: It's one of the seven guiding principles of cooperatives and one we are proud to support at OEC. Recently, four hard-working, dedicated employees completed exhaustive training courses and examinations to earn certifications in their respective fields. Their purpose: to better serve OEC's membership on a daily basis.
• CHRIS CROSLIN | journeyman power lineman, graduated from Northwest Lineman College’s Electrical Lineworker Program.
• AMANDA DIERKING | accounting specialist, passed the American Payroll Association’s Certified Payroll Professional exam.
C O N T I N U E D F R O M PA G E 9 Mobley explained that the small poverty-stricken village of Chiis has previously been receiving its limited supply of electricity from a few solar panels. Three light bulbs and two outlets were installed in 65 homes — about half as many a single room in an American home has but, as Mobley said, it was a great improvement. Here in the United States, we are busy rushing from one activity or meeting to the next, but in Chiis they are worried about their next meal and completing their household chores. “Even the smallest of kids have duties — everyone does their fair share,” Mobley said. "They were some of the hardest workers I have ever met and were at our side the entire time." The team of 13 men installed three miles of line in Chiis, which included framing the poles and hand-digging 8-foot-long bust anchors into the rocks on the side of the mountain — this was no flat Oklahoma terrain! “I really think I did more physical labor in those first few days there than I have ever done in all my years here, even including ice storms,” Mobley chuckled. "It was hard work.” “Looking back, the bond I formed with all the other guys — my fellow Oklahomans and the Guatemalan men — is so special. We still talk every day. When you are taken out of your comfort zone in the way we were, you bond in a unique way that only comes from being in circumstances like these together,” Mobley said. He added, “This trip is the most rewarding thing I have ever been a part of. It truly took me back to the roots that all cooperatives are connected to.... providing electric service where others wouldn’t and partnering with communities to serve them in the best way we can.”
• DANIEL LOFLAND | energy efficiency & solutions specialist, passed the Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Professional certification exam.
• AUTUMN MCMAHON | manager of marketing and member relations, passed the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association's Certified Cooperative Communicator exam. Congrats, Chris, Amanda, Daniel and Autumn!
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View more photos from Clint's journey at www.okcoop.org
Co-op Home Energy Efficiency Program offers free audits to OEC members
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n 2017, OEC helped over 200 members find ways to cut their energy costs and save money through the Co-op Home Energy Efficiency Program. As part of our mission to improve our members' quality of life through the safe delivery of highly reliable, reasonably priced electric service, innovative energy programs and exceptional member service, we want to help you find savings on your energy bill this year. It's part of the premium service you receive as an OEC member.
WHAT DOES THE HOME ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM OFFER? A home energy efficiency expert from Precise Building Performance conducts a whole-home energy audit. The audit tests your home's ability to seal in heat and air, checks for potential duct leakage and ensures an adequate amount of attic insulation. Members will receive a detailed report on site along with projected retrofit costs and return-on-investment of the project if the member decides to move forward.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM? The Home Energy Efficiency Program is available only to residential members living in single-family houses and larger. However, members living in mobile homes are welcome to enroll and will receive helpful resources including specific ways they can cut energy costs. This information can also be viewed at www.okcoop.org.
I MEET THE QUALIFICATIONS. WHEN AND HOW DO I ENROLL? Members may visit www.OKNM.coop, fill out some basic information including their account number, and select "OEC" from the list of co-ops. A member of Precise Building Performance will contact you to schedule your whole-home energy audit. [6414400710] Members may also find do-it-yourself efficiency projects at www.OKNM. coop, as well as a link to Precise Building Performance's list of resources. Visit www.okcoop.org for even more energy efficiency resources.
APPLY FOR YOUR FREE HOME ENERGY AUDIT AT WWW.OKNM.COOP
For more information, contact Daniel Lofland, energy efficiency and solutions specialist, and a certified Building Analyst Professional from the Building Performance Institute, at 405-217-6631 or daniel.lofland@okcoop.org. www.okcoop.org
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TASTY TREATS
OEC's new Live Line Demo and an accompanying bucket truck make their way down Main Street for Norman's annual Christmas parade. Nearly 50 employees and their family members helped give glow bracelets to kids lining Main Street for the first ever evening parade of lights.
BREAKFAST PIZZA 1 lb pork sausage, browned and drained or sausage links, cut up 1 pizza crust 1 cup shredded hash brown potatoes 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 5 eggs
Make dough according to package directions. Press onto an ungreased pizza pan or into a 9x13 pan with sides. Press over bottom and up sides. Spoon cooked sausage over crust. Sprinkle potatoes over sausage. Top with cheese. Beat eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture over cheese and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Bake at 375º for 25-30 minutes.
Recipe from Get Cooking with the Growmark System!
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1/4 cup milk 1/2 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper 2 tbsp parmesan cheese Diced onion, if desired
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• ‘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. • ‘02 Honda Civic, runs good, 38mpg, almost 200k miles, good rubber, body in decent shape, $2000, Newcastle. 823-8370.
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• Exercise bike $55 and cardio glider $45; Loveseat, $150; matching recliner, $50, both exc cond. 224-4837. • Coffee table & 2 end tables, glass tops, $40 all 3; 2 padded computer chairs, $10 ea; TV stand, $20; Singer sewing machine cabinet model, $20; New never used Brother sewing machine, $40. 301-7804. • Beautiful oak queen bedroom set, headboard w/bed frame; 2 nightstands and Armoire w/ huge drawers & doors above for TV center, $900. 824-4239. • Used propane grill, works well $75. 255-5114. • A very nice piano needs a home, Free Monarch upright, made by Baldwin. 503-3349. • Vermont Castings fireplace insert 33Wx28Hx21D, $50; Under counter GE kitchen trash compactor, $20, lv msg. 329-2937.
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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. • ‘16 BS Paint colt Champion Racing bloodlines CRM Livewire SI 103 X Princess Friona also filly by Lone Star Legend x Runaway Princess. 570-0266, 613-3097 or 255-5114. • Polled Hereford Bulls, $1500; Young bulls perfect for heifers. 527-9677. • 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. • Broodmare granddaughter of Freckles Playboy & Huracan Peppy, 15 yrs. 794-4897. • 75% Angus 25% Romagnola, older mom cow that is 4 months bred, $1,000, Seth. 306-0245.
Miscellaneous • Asphalt millings 20 ton $425 delivered anywhere in metro, great for driveways, roads or parking areas. 630-8440. • 2 adjoining cemetary plots at Arlington Memory Gardens, 3400 N Midwest Blvd, plots selling for $3495, asking $5800. 370-4483. • 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. • 3 adjoining cemetery plots in Rock of Ages Garden, Resthaven Cemetery, plots selling for $3295 each, asking $5700 for all 3. 317-9301. • 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. • Sooner yearbooks, 1981/2 1984/85, 4 of them in exc cond, $25 each. 759-7855. • ‘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. • Generac portable generator XT8000E, like new (only 2 hrs) Elec start or pull, never used, maintenance run only, $925. 740-9270. • Goose-neck trailer, 8x26, dove tail, dual axle, single wheel $2800. 329-4562. • Qty 8 NSA Water Filters for $100. 512-423-4310. • Propane tank, 250 gallon, $200. 365-6875 or 872-9576. • 200 Guns; Gold/Silver Coins; Pipe; Sucker Rods; Cable; Also Buying Silver Coins. www. branchauction.com. • Electric scooter, $300; lift for car, $800; hosp bed, like new $300; lift chair, $500. 387-4456. • Oil field equip, misc pipecouplers & pump & rods w/ attachments, misc farm equip. 850-7451.
• New toro time cutter cargo carrier, carrier only, $25. 684-0350. • 16” Crestridge saddle, outdoor TV antenna picks up 30+ HD channels, Netgear 7550 wireless router, AT&T wireless phone system w/3 handsets. 924-0541. • Sturdy trailer steps, 5 steps up, $175; Piano & bench, $400. 570-8904.
Mobile Homes, RVs & Boats • ‘01 Keystone Laredo RV, Series M-27 RLD, 5th wheel hitch included, refrigerator does not work, $7,500, call/text. 488-7548. • ‘13 Bluewave boat, 19 ft w/ Magic Tilt trailer, 115 hp Suzuki motor, bought new, always garaged, very little use, $14,500. 224-7601. • ‘99 Champion double wide 2000+sqft exc shape, new appliances, new roof, new carpet, must see, $52k OBO. 249-4981. • ‘98 Skyline 16x80 3 bd/2 ba remodeled, vinyl siding, shingle roof, appliances, storage bldg, porch VGC $29K. 514-4887. • 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. • 15ft Aliner solid wall folddown only 1200#, $11,650; Nissan Xterra 20,000mi $21,750, Tuttle. 550-0387. • ‘15 Thor Vegas 24.1 Motorhome, sleeps 6, Ford V10 gas mtr. 224-6734.
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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. • 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. • Alternative to Tiny Home, it is also driveable, ‘97 Holiday Rambler MH full bath, kitchen, queen, full and twin beds, $9,650. 642-5799.
• 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. • 20 to 74 acres SE of Norman, water/septic, pasture, ponds, trees, 12751 Duffy Road, 120th & Duffy. 830-5177. • 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. • House for sale: Around 5652 sq ft under roof, has 30x50 bldg and cellar, Tuttle Area, appraised 309k. 232-4455. • 10 ac wooded Norman Schools off 108th ave NE $65k owner carry Seth. 306-0245.
• 10 ac $80,000 w/Mobile that TLS w/well and Electric 180th and Franklin owner will Carry. 517-0094. • 4 ac tract $19k located Hwy 9 and Hwy 102 owner carry with 10% down Alan. 818-2939. • Doublewide mobile home on 5 acres for Rent off Peebly and SE 164th Rent $1050 a month call Julie. 765-8676. • SE of Okc 4.67 acres in Pink just West of Tecumseh has a well, septic and power already there, $3500/dn $345/mo Alan. 818-2939. • SE Okc 2ac and 5ac lots to choice from, Can include well/ septic SE 192nd and Alameda East one mile to Colt Addition call Alan. 818-2939. • SE of Okc 21 acres pasture and woods off Hwy 9 West of Tecumseh $110K owner fin call Alan. 818-2939.
• Purcell DW Mobile Home on 13 acres in the Dibble area $120K, Lease Purchase with $12K down call Alan. 818-2939. • SE of Okc 2½ acre lots off Alameda 1½ miles east of SE 192nd $1250/dn $125/mo Call Alan. 818-2939. • 25 Acres wooded South of Blanchard Dibble area $8500/dn $839/mo call Alan. 818-2939. • 2bed 1bath, garage made into sizeable room, nice fenced yard, also a white building in the back for storage, sold by owner, $87,000. 570-8904.
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Wanted • Looking to buy calico critters or Sylvanian family toys, complete sets or partial sets or pieces are wanted. 227-6772. • Vintage Barbie dolls and accessories from 1959 through 1973, call/text. 250-3394. • Ham radio gear, shortwave, Morse code, antennas, etc,; .22 lever action, call/text. 641-7582. • Single Christian dad seeking work, handyman, lawn & tree svcs, farmwork, has all tools and transportation, honest & dependable, has references, 21yrs exp, can do floor work also, call John. 837-5799 or 410-7532. • CNA home health aide seeking employment, 14 yrs experience, dependable, loving care for your loved one, great references, will sit/care in home or hospital, Norman area only, available mornings, $12/hr. 410-7532.
• 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.
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• Freestanding conical fireplace, call Ed. 659-6035.
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. • 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. • 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.
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• 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 • 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. • 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.
• “The Piddler”: Need anything done around your house or property, call “The Piddler” Chet Adams. 248-0495. • Have Mop, Will Travel: Elizabeth Johnson, housecleaning 25 yrs experience, finger print background check, Norman area, references provided. 820-9587. • Bowman’s Welding Service: Fences, corrals, entryways, alleyways, ornamental fence, any type of welding, shop or portable. 360-8091 or 990-1084. • Brushhogging: 808-8202. • Mowing: 808-8202. • Garden tilling: 808-8202. • Tinhorns: Installed. 808-8202. • Tree & Brush Removal: 808-8202. • Gravel Drives: Built, repaired. 808-8202. • Drainage problems: 808-8202.
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