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Pandemic can't stop employees' generosity PLUS >> Q&A with Board of Trustees President Rusty Grissom >> Testing the reliability of Oklahoma's EV charging network >> OEC giving away 200 free trees this month
October 2020
Board of Trustees Rusty Grissom, President District3Trustee@okcoop.org
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Ronnie Tharp, Vice President
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Senior Management Co-op Manager...............................Patrick Grace Chief Financial Officer.........Preston O’Brien, CPA VP of Engineering...........................Thad Peterson VP of Operations...............................Marty Hayes VP of Administration...........................Jonna Buck VP of HR and Legal Services............Tracy Mowdy VP of Metering................................John Spencer VP of Information Technology.....David Goodspeed 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, CCC brianna.wall@okcoop.org
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TOP Patrick Grace, CEO
I’ll be the first to say it takes a lot to run a co-op successfully. And while I might have CEO next to my name, I am grateful to share the responsibility with a nine-member board of trustees. What most people might not realize is the trustees are really the ones in charge. Whatever authority I have comes from them. It’s my job to help implement the decisions they make — after all, they are the representatives of our membership. I will say I am extremely proud of and grateful for a board of trustees that is dedicated to keeping our members’ best interests top of mind. Beginning this month (on page 6), you can learn more about the unique perspective each trustee brings to the board. Running a multi-million dollar company is a big responsibility that carries a lot of weight. Luckily, our nine trustees are up for the challenge. Experience is key. Most of our trustees began serving on our board with little to no knowledge of the electric industry or the cooperative business model — short of paying their electric bill each month and attending Annual Meetings. Imagine the size of that learning curve. Upon joining the board, trustees immediately begin a strenuous educational journey to becoming knowledgeable co-op leaders capable of making important decisions. Our nationwide association coordinates these programs to ensure trustees have the tools they need to lead their co-ops with integrity, empathy and confidence. Trustees serve three-year terms, and by the end of the first three-year term, they have only begun to complete the learning curve that comes along with not being onsite every day. That’s why it’s important for us to meet more than just once a month. Not only do they have a lot to learn, they must also keep up with an industry (now industries with the addition of broadband) that changes quickly. They are diligent in attending trainings and completing certification programs to show they are qualified to make the decisions they do. They are officers of a corporation, and they do not take those responsibilities lightly. They take risks when they make decisions like opening a subsidiary to start a high-speed internet network from scratch. I know each trustee is proud to represent their district on OEC’s board. It’s a big job, but they are up for it.
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Hidden Account Numbers Worth $300
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.
ORU REPORT
ORU OPERATION ROUND UP OEC FOUNDATION, INC.
OEC Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors
Alan Davenport, president Beckie Turner, vice president Ronnie Fulks, secretary/treasurer Betty Allen • Vivian Gibson Vickie Gray • Carla Kimberling Pat Ragsdale • Travis Scott
Next Meeting Visit www.okcoop.org/oru Applications Due Visit www.okcoop.org/oru Applications available at www.okcoop.org/oru OEC Foundation, Inc. Financial Statement Beginning Balance 8/18/20 ............................. $218,137.37 September deposit .............. $21,466.05 Interest ...................................... $109.26 Checks issued ................... -$26,100.00 Debit Card ..................................... $3.15 Approved, not paid ............ -$34,798.85 Ending balance 9/18/20 ..... $178,810.68 Financial Statement by: Amanda Dierking
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CEO Patrick Grace selected to serve on Oklahoma Rural Broadband Expansion Council
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klahoma’s Senate Pro Tempore Greg Treat appointed OEC CEO Patrick Grace to serve on the Rural Broadband Expansion Council to represent the interests of rural electric cooperatives. Created upon the passage of HB4018 during the 2020 regular session and authored by Speaker of the House Rep. Charles McCall and Sen. James Leewright, The Rural Broadband Expansion Council is directed to study rural broadband access in Oklahoma. It requires the study to divide the state into separate geographic areas based on existing broadband capability, cost of service, estimated costs for improving access, likelihood of changes in access in the future and other information as deemed relevant by the council. “If this pandemic has done anything, it’s proven how vitally important rural access to reliable broadband really is,” said Grace. “We continue working as quickly as we can to get access to all of our members, but the reality is not all parts of Oklahoma are seeing this drive of broadband into rural areas. I am happy to help serve alongside lawmakers and other decision makers who can perhaps get the ball rolling a little quicker statewide.” Leewright and Rep. Logan Phillips, legislative appointees to the council, said previous efforts to develop a plan for expanding broadband in the state had been "piecemeal." They said they hoped the council would help produce a cohesive, private sector-driven plan and help identify weaknesses and road blocks in existing statute that could be addressed to help expand high speed internet throughout Oklahoma, particularly underserved areas. “The council meets regularly and hopes to devise a plan that can be adopted in the next legislative session,” said Grace. “Until then, we will stay focused on serving our members and broadband subscribers to the best of our abilities.”
Employees install one of the first OEC Fiber huts at an OEC substation.
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WFEC GENERATION REPORT
Board of trustees approves annual tree giveaway
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or the third year in a row, OEC is partnering with the Arbor Day Foundation to give 200 free trees to member-consumers. "Members who take advantage of energy efficiency measures like planting trees in the right places can maximize their savings come summertime," said Daniel Lofland, energy efficiency solutions specialist. "We are proud to offer the Energy-Saving Trees program free of charge to our members this month — which happens to be the best time of the year to plant trees." [527112436] Energy-Saving Trees is a research-based, When planted easy-to-use online mapping tool that takes the properly, a guesswork out of tree planting. By entering simple information about your home and yard, the tool single tree can calculates where to specifically and strategically plant trees for the greatest energy- and moneysave...up to saving benefits. 20 percent on Planting the right tree in the right place is key to maximizing the energy-saving benefits that energy costs trees provide. When planted properly, a single tree can save a homeowner up to 20 percent on energy costs. Members who are interested may begin claiming their one free tree on Oct. 1 and must be able to pick it up at OEC's headquarters in Norman on Oct. 17 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. The pick-up will be a drive-thru event — an OEC vegetation specialist will load trees into vehicles. Visit www.arborday.org/OEC to claim your tree beginning Oct. 1.
Plant a tree today. 3rd ANNUAL TREE GIVEAWAY
Western Farmers Electric Cooperative (WFEC), OEC's wholesale generation and transmission power provider, has an impressive renewable portfolio that includes wind, hydro and 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.
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Grow benefits that last a lifetime.
Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation's Energy-Saving Trees program, is offering a limited number of FREE trees to customers beginning April 09, 2018.
By planting the right tree in the right place, you can reduce energy consumption by up to 20% each year. But the benefits don’t stop there, trees improve air and water quality, help relieve stress, and make yards more enjoyable. • Trees help clean our water by reducing stormwater runoff and keeping chemicals, oil, and pollutants out of water supplies.
CLAIM YOUR FREE TREE BEGINNING OCT. 1
• Studies have shown that children and youth living in greener neighborhoods are calmer and healthier.
WWW.ARBORDAY.ORG/OEC • Trees absorb carbon dioxide and filter airborne pollution – reducing the conditions that cause asthma.
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pick up your tree at OEC's headquarters at 242 24th Avenue NW in Norman on Oct. 17.
Data collected from Western Farmers Electric Cooperative reflects generation during July 2020
To view real-time generation output and environmental benefits of OEC's Solar Garden, visit www.okcoop.org/solar. Visit www.okcoop.org/solar-gardentours to tour OEC's Solar Garden, located at Interstate 35 and Highway 77 in Norman.
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Q &A Over the next few months, the members who make up OEC's board of trustees will answer questions about their service to fellow member-consumers and their communities. You will also learn more about them as people — devoted family members, small business leaders, your neighbors and more.
As representatives of you — our member-consumers — our board of trustees works hard to become the knowledgeable, dedicated trustees you would expect to lead your co-op. They direct your voice in decisionmaking and guide the operations that have set OEC apart from other electric providers. As OEC's board of trustees incoming president, we will begin with Rusty Grissom from Noble who proudly represents members in District 3 (Noble, Slaughterville and Lexington).
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RUSTY GRISSOM Q Most electric companies consist of investors and personnel stationed in all parts of the world, disconnecting them from the true needs of today's electric consumers. Electric co-ops like OEC consist of people right here in the very communities we serve. Which community do you proudly call home? A I was born and raised in Noble and still live there today. My wife and I have raised our kids in Noble, too. Q What is your full-time occupation? A I have owned and operated a landscape and nursery business in Noble for 35 years. It has been a family business that I am proud to partner with my son Taylor to operate. Knowing how much it means for my neighbors and friends to have access Q Tell our readers something to high-speed internet interesting about you — something not a lot of people without being price-gouged may know about you. for it means we as a board made the right decision. A I skied the Alps with James Bond.
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Taylor and his wife, Kensey. I am the proud grandpa of Holden (4 months old) and Drake (1 month old). Q You've seen some pretty big changes at OEC throughout your tenure. What is the largest change you believe OEC has experienced? A It's the largest and also one I'm most proud to be part of: The fiber and broadband project. Knowing how much it means for my neighbors and friends to have access to high-speed internet without being pricegouged for it means we as a board made the right decision back in 2017 to move forward with it.
This is the first of a series of Q&As with OEC's board of trustees
Q As a small business owner who has lived in Noble your entire life, you likely have a deep connection to your community. What are the different ways you serve your community? A Each year, my family and I cook and provide Thanksgiving meals to the Noble Fire and Police Departments. We deliver them as a family with personal thank you cards — it is a special moment for us. I also believe in supporting our youth and am actively involved in 4-H, FFA, athletics and various other interests. Q Let's meet your family — introduce us to your better half, kids and grandkids. A I've been married to my wife Tammy for 34 years, and we have two children. Whitney and her husband Ryan, and
Q What is one of the most rewarding aspects of serving on OEC's board of trustees? A I truly enjoy working with the rest of the board and co-op leadership to do everything we can to keep members' bills affordable. At the end of the day, that's our biggest job. We must keep in mind that OEC was started back in the 1930s by members who didn't have access to affordable electricity. We all feel a personal responsibility to continue that tradition, while still being able to keep our system updated and reliable. That's another thing I am pretty proud of — that OEC has one of the lowest average outage times per member in the state, if not the entire nation.
Q Board trustees are required to not only learn a lot once they join the board, but to retain all the knowledge it takes to run an electric cooperative — in addition to keeping up with changes in the industry. What certifications do you hold that prove you are qualified to hold the position of trustee? A Currently, I hold the Credentialed Cooperative Director certificate from NRECA (National Rural Electric Cooperative Association), as well as the Board Leadership certificate. These were achieved following multi-year board education programs. www.okcoop.org
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Employees giving back, despite pandemic BY BRIANNA WALL
OEC employees aren’t letting a global pandemic stop them from giving back to the communities they love. Recently, Applications Analyst Bess Jackson (pictured left and on cover) and Manager of Enterprise Applications Jenni Smith spent time at WildCare Foundation feeding rescued baby Mississippi Kites. Meanwhile, District Lineman Jake Calvert, as part of the Cleveland County Fair board, helped award youth during the Fair's livestock show. Located about five miles southeast of Noble, WildCare is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of wild animals native to Oklahoma. The Foundation has helped injured, orphaned and ill wildlife from 57 of Oklahoma’s 77 counties. Over 7,000 patients representing more than 140 different species are treated annually thanks to thousands of willing rescuers, volunteers and dedicated financial and in-kind supporters. [3907211203] This year, WildCare has experienced a dramatic increase in both animal intakes and calls for help. So far in 2020, WildCare has had 40 days in which animal intake has exceeded 50 animals — compared to only 17 days in all of 2019. WildCare averaged 112 phone calls per day during April, May and most of June. Most of these calls are providing critical information to help people reunite animals with their parents in the wild or determine whether animals need to be brought to WildCare for care.
COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY OEC's board of trustees knows the importance of community commitment. After all, it is one of the seven guiding principles for all cooperatives. The board 8
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IN YOUR COMMUNITY
began encouraging employee community involvement in 2017 — since then, employees have spent hundreds of hours being the hands and feet of nonprofits scattered all over OEC's seven-county service area. This year, employees have volunteered at the Cleveland County Fair board, the Cleveland County Junior Livestock show, the Moore Food Resource Center and United Way Impact Council meetings. Although group events are on hold right now, anyone can get involved. A good place to start is the United Way of Norman's (UWN) website for a listing of its partner agencies. While UWN headquarters is located in Norman, its agencies serve throughout Cleveland County and into McClain County. Interested in hearing more about how we are involved in our communities? Listen to OEC's The Current Buzz podcast episode 19 on Spotify or Apple podcasts!
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OEC's EV expert helps ensure reliability of Oklahoma's charging network OEC's Energy Efficiency Solutions Specialist Daniel Lofland knows why Oklahoma was voted the number one state in the nation in which to own an electric vehicle (EV) in 2019 by MyEV.com. Manufacturers are beginning to catch on, too, as they begin increasing shipments to Oklahoma. Lofland recently helped test the state's EV charging network to ensure it is able to withstand an increase in load when the time comes. "Oklahoma legislators have invested millions of dollars in the EV charging network over the last few years, and automakers are finally realizing it's a viable place to own and operate an EV," Lofland said. "I anticipate an influx of EVs driving Oklahoma roads in the very near future, so I joined a statewide group that began testing the state's network."
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THE REASON OKLAHOMA IS THE NUMBER ONE STATE TO OWN AN EV
Oklahoma's top ranking from MyEV. com was thanks to the statewide charging network — the number one EV charging network per capita in the nation. Also taken into consideration was Oklahoma's lower average price of electricity. "We want to know not only that we have the most DC fast chargers, but that they actually work," Lofland said. "While we are in the first quarter of testing, so far we have seen a reliability factor of 95 percent across the state — 100 percent here in OEC's service area." Statewide, Oklahoma is home to 132 DC fast charging sites, with multiple chargers at each site. About 20 of these fast charging stations are placed strategically throughout OEC's sevencounty service area. These sites were
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Visit www.okcoop.org/EV for OEC's EV tools and resources
selected with surrounding amenities in mind such as restaurants, shopping centers, supermarkets, etc. Sites range from 50kW chargers up to 200kW chargers. "Charge times on those fast chargers range from 15 minutes to 1 hour depending on battery size and existing charge," Lofland said. Chargers allow for three different payment methods: credit card, RFID card or via the Francis EV mobile app. "Oklahoma will continue to take steps to ensure our charging network is reliable as more and more EVs hit the market and become practical vehicles for Oklahomans to drive," said Lofland OEC'S EV RESOURCES
In addition to the fast charging station located at our headquarters in Norman, we have put together a range of resources
for those interested in learning more about EVs. Our EV Moments video series follows first-time EV drivers and passengers as they experience our Chevy Bolt for the first time. Videos can be found at www.okcoop.org/EV. OEC also offers a rebate for a level 2 in-home charger. Those scheduled to charge from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. are eligible for a $200 rebate upon installation. We also offer an EV rate beneficial to those who charge an EV overnight. Those who take advantage of this rate enjoy a 5¢ per kWh cost for all electricity used between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m., and 9¢ per kWh all other hours. We've done the research for you! Visit the Know Before You Buy and Tools & Resources pages at www.okcoop. org/EV for more information on tax incentives, nationwide charging networks, maintenance and more.
Additional EV questions? Contact our certified energy efficiency solutions specialist Daniel Lofland at daniel. lofland@okcoop.org.
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OEC publication earns nationwide recognition The Cooperative Communicators Association (CCA) in September awarded OEC's marketing and member relations team with the first place award for Best Employee Publication — the fourth year in a row the employee magazine has received this national honor. "We are incredibly honored to receive this award," said Autumn McMahon, manager of marketing and member relations. "Our team works tirelessly to ensure LY the publications we send to our valued readers are of the highest quality, and UARTER to know the Quarterly Plug was awarded the best employee publication from hundreds of submissions confirms our efforts are making a difference." The CCA contest included work from all types of co-ops, not just electric co-ops. OEC’s work competed against that of dairy co-ops, farm co-ops, credit unions and other electric co-ops. “I am always humbled and proud when our work receives a national award,” said Editor and Creative Director Brianna Wall. “To be recognized as the best among hundreds was a huge honor and inspires me to continue ensuring the Quarterly Plug and all OEC publications are high quality products.” In addition, Oklahoma Living Magazine’s Hayley Leatherwood won a first place award for Personality Profile Featurette for the story she wrote featuring with P.8 partner ployees OEC linemen Jared Voegeli and Travis Jones. They volunteered time, expertise Caring of ay OEC em D r rvices fo Aging Se and resources in 2019 to revive ballfields in the Amber-Pocasset area. Their efforts paid off with fully-functioning t-ball, baseball and softball leagues. OEC was one of over 200 cooperatives in the United States and Canada that submitted entries into CCA's annual communications contest.
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Don't miss the latest podcast episodes: Episode 17: OEC Fiber: Meet the Team Episode 18: How to Make Your Home Healthier
TASTY TREATS
Episode 19: Concern for Community
Butternut Squash Bisque Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter ½ cup diced onion ¾ cup diced carrots 4 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash
3 cups vegetable stock salt and ground black pepper to taste ground nutmeg to taste ½ cup heavy cream
Directions Heat the oil and melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir the onion in the butter and oil under tender. Mix the carrots and squash into the pot. Pour in vegetable stock, and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are tender. In a blender or food processor, puree the soup mixture until smooth. Return to the pot, and stir in the heavy cream. Heat through, but do not boil. Serve warm with a dash of nutmeg. Recipe from allrecipes.com
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• ‘99 Ford Windstar SE needs front end work, make offer; ‘87 Ford Ranger XLT rough body, good engine & camper shell, $850. 409-4020. • ‘17 Jeep Compass Latitude 4wd, 9xxx miles, Great condition, $13,900 cash. 835-8735. • ‘12 GMC crew cab truck, 225K mi, 4WD, GC, $14,500 OBO; Custom built 9’ long smoker on new 12Lx7W single axle trailer w/new 6-ply tires, $3,750 OBO; ‘66 Autocar truck w/triple winch rig-up & gin poles; Looking for welding machines. 308-5742 or 590-3394.
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All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted • Golden Layer ducklings $5-10; Bantam Cochin & Silkie chicks all ages $3-5; pullets $10 roosters $5, Slaughterville text or call. 872-8870. • Doctors buggy, meadow brook 2 wheel cart, 2 sets of heavy buggy harness black, 4 horse collars all in good condition Lexington. 693-7936. • John Deere backhoe/frontend loader $2500; ‘74 Chevy C-65 dump truck $1000; ‘81 International/Bluebird school bus, converted for hunting/ activities, gas/auto, $2750, leave msg. 381-3500. • Disc & harrow & trailer for lawn tractor $75ea; tree type metal clothesline $30; many 15gal treetubs more sizes. 366-6166. • ‘60 4010 John Deere tractor on factory LPG, good rubber, new paint, new battery, modern remotes, VGC $4500. 381-2697. FURNITURE & APPLIANCES
• Broyhill 4 poster queen bedroom set includes head & foot boards with rails, dresser with mirror & 2 night stands, good condition $700 OBO. 760-3328. • LG induction/ convection electric range 6.3 cu inches, 1 year old, like new, list $2800, asking $1400, leave voicemail. 570-4904.
• Custom wood growth charts, handcrafted, wood burned, fourteen stain options, pine $75, oak $85, name customization available, makes a great baby shower gift. 550-5943. HAY & FIREWOOD
• Horse hay for sale sprayed & fertilized, 19 bales from 1st cut, $55 ea or $50 if you take all, Newcastle. 990-0027. • Small square bermuda grass horse hay in 21 bale bundles, sprayed and fertilized, $125$175 per bundle. 850-1005. • Corn for sale, direct from the farm, 10 cents per lb, call or text, Noble. 919-2510. • Small square prairie hay bales, small burmuda hay bales $6 each, small square alfalfa $10 each cell. 473-7395 or 392-4855. • Sm sq straw, $5/bale; Sm sq alfalfa, $10/bale. 459-6543. LIVESTOCK & PETS
• AKC German Shepherd puppies, 4 litters due this year, put down your deposit today, information is all on our website gsdpuppies4sale-curtisfarmgermanshepherds.com, Mustang OK. 250-3062. • McNab herd dog, male, 2 yrs old, wants to work, ready to train, $200. 387-4793.
• Certified Red Angus grain fed Butcher steer, now taking deposits for Jan-Feb butcher dates, price is per hanging weight, call for details. 420-8757. • Horses to good home, 1 mare w/3 mo male foal, 1 15 mo male paint and 5yr palomino gelding, none are broken but good personalities. 650-4427. • 7-yr old blue Merle pure bred border collie, needs new home, preferably with no small children, very well taken care of. 226-5830. • Doctors buggy; one meadow brook 2 wheel cart; 2 sets of heavy buggy harness black; 4 horse collars, All in good condition. 693-7936. • Weathers and some does $60$100, La Mancha Bucks at stud Kinos and Little Orchard blood lines, after 630pm. 899-6151. • Boer does, Black, red, and dapples 4 months old, have had CDT shots and wormed, Father throws 80% color, POP, all very gentle, $200-$225. 795-0852. • Weathers and some does $60$100, La Mancha Bucks at stud Kinos and Little Orchard blood lines, after 6:30pm. 899-6151. MISCELLANEOUS
• Ladies vintage murray bicycle, excellent condition. 366-6166.
• NuStep T4r recumbent exercise bike, low impact total body workout, like new, 10 level adjustable, electronic monitor panel Seat pivots for easy on/off. 919-3297. • Guns and ammunition, please call for details, cash only retail price no texts. 431-0157. • Three piece antique full/queen bedroom set, great for a little girl, $950; Antique buffet excellent condition $400, 4x5 laser cut artwork of horses, $100, Beautiful piece, call Sher, will text photos. 905-2100. • Need pears, apples, sand plums, prickly pear fruit for jelly, will trade jelly, go Shares; Half pint jars and button lids available; 2000 Expedition. 802-4227. • I need someone to do general handyman work around my house, inside and out Newcastle area, text or leave msg. 990-0027. • Rascal model 312 mobility scooter hardly used paid $5,000, sell for $2,000. 817-694-1906. • Have bumper pull to gooseneck dollie for pulling two trailers $100; have barely used fireplace with 8 ft double wall pipe $400; leave msg. 387-9893. • Free house, to be moved at 211 S Main St, Noble, call Marty for details. 623-4685. • Heavy Duty Tarps, 6X12-$10, 12X25-$20. 620-5708.
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• Free Lowery console organ TLS-R with percussion feature; needs contacts and boards cleaned, but has power; cabinet in excellent condition; will deliver. 381-2212. • Sporting Clays 16’ shooting trailer with tandem axles with shooting stations, traps and targets, has hut for storage, complete and ready to use, $5000, leave msg. 381-3500. • Three wheeled bike with basket, rode 3 times $200; 2 wheeled ladies bike like new $50; antique quilts handmade $450-$850, antique dishes/dolls; call/text. 640-0805. • Storm electric 81 bike G3810103 $1149: woman’s Trek Navigator 200 bike $150. 397-5313. • Looking for someone to do general handyman work around my house, inside and out Newcastle area text or call and leave msg. 990-0027. • Rascal model 312 mobility scooter hardly used paid $5,000, sell for $2,000. 817-694-1906.
Storage SolutionS
All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted
• Bumper-pull to gooseneck dollie for pulling two trailers $100; barely used fireplace with 8 ft double wall pipe $400; leave msg. 387-9893. • Rainhandler gutter alternative, white, aluminum, 5 feet sections, total of 30 ft, made in USA, self cleaning, $60, OBO, call or text. 924-0541. • Ruger Alaskan 454 Casull with dies and new 45 Colt and Casull brass, $875, Contact Gary. 570-0072. • Craftsman Radial Arm Saw, 10” with stand, runs great, $100, Call Gary. 570-0072. • 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. 779-5362. • Stump Grinding: competitive prices, shrubs & some tree removal, call Danny. 779-5362. • King Sized C2 Sleep Number mattress, never used, still in the box, $800. 387-4793.
• King waterbed, hideaway sofa, papason chair, toddler bed, stroller, good to excellent condition, new girls bicycle; Two utility trailers, leave message, non-smoking home. 360-810-6270. • 20’ flat-bed trailer, wood floor, mobile home axles, 93” wide, bumper pull, 2 5/16 hitch, $975; ’81 International/Bluebird medium length school bus, converted for hunting/activities, gas, auto trans, $2750, leave msg. 381-3500. • Kubota tractor with mower; box-blade; lawn sweep; trailer, sprayer; cement mixer; water pump with hoses; weed-eaters; and wheelbarrow, call Ken. 863-4265. • ‘09 Z810A John Deere Z Track Mower 48 inch deck, 200 hours, bought new always keep inside, tuned Up, all new filters, $3,500 firm. 255-2233. MOBILE HOMES, RVS & BOATS
• 15ft aliner solidwall folddown a/c sleeps 4, $11650: Nissan xterra 29000mi, $18400 Tuttle. 550-0387.
Storage Sheds
Financing available
No Interest up to 2 yrs
“Freedom to choose upright &/or flat marker memorials.”
20’ and 40’ Containers
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• Looking for canning jars. 485-4340. • Wanted computer Geek in Slaughterville area to assist with computer issues. 777-1033.
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We Have CULVERTS, Too!
REAL ESTATE
• Thinking of selling your home on an acreage? Contact a Metro Brokers acreage specialist, www. OkRealtySolutions.com/HomeSeller/, call or text 417-1849 to get started today. • Eufaula Lake Lot in Arrowhead Estates Addition near Canadian, OK; Empty lot located in culde-sac; neighborhood has boat ramp, city water, and fire dept. 760-5385.
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Solutions as unique as your storage needs
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• ‘04 Mobile Suite Fifth Wheel 36’ with 3 slides; ‘06 Ford F350 Diesel Dually truck 113K miles, both excellent condition, $40,000 for both Ron. 831-2387. • ‘13 5th wheel 30’ sundance, 3 slides, very good condition, pls leave msg, will call u back, used very little. 630-0347.
Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • October 2020
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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CLASSIFIED ADS ORU REPORT
All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted
• 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, 39 yrs exp. 245-5502 or 381-2007.
• Sunshine Realty LLC: Rhonda Simmons Broker Owner, Residential, Commercial, Homes on Acreage, Acreage, Foreclosures, Short Sales, Service buyers/sellers in most areas of Oklahoma, active licenses #142160 & #175498, call or text Rhonda at (405) 8080705 or Cody Simmons, Realtor® (405) 203-2449 active license #183016. www.sunshinerealty. realtor. • Greg Moore Excavation: Septic systems, grading, backhoes, dozer, driveways gravel or concrete, building pads, BBB accredited, service and honesty is our goal. 388-5430. • Meyer Masonry: Brick, block, rock, 35yrs exp, free estimates. Keith, 527-4934. • Clint's Lawn Car: mowing, weed trimming and edging; one to five acres; Newcastle, Blanchard, Tuttle and Bridge Creek; I›m a Veteran with years of lawn care experience. 229-1046.
• 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, 779-5362. • Taylor Auto Sales: 634-3565. • Affordable lawncare and mowing: weeding, spraying, some tree work, Noble to Lexington area, call Jim at 693-5341.
CASH LOANS ON QUALITY GUNS
WANTED
WINCHESTERS, COLT WINCHESTERS, COLT,, BROWNING, and other Guns BROWNING
WE BUY GUNS
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BUSINESS
• American Blinds & Shutters: Off-duty fireman, window treatments for home or business. Free estimates. 245-5502 or 381-2007. • 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, deck and fence staining, 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. • Brushog, boxblade: tilling, dirt and gravel work, driveways, tree removal, yard cleanup, fences Kevin 872-9576 or 365-6875.
WE MAKE CASH LOANS ON FIREARMS
• Senior lady needs engineering opinion and someone to sharpen sewing scissors and garden hose. 366-6166. • Looking for quality freezer at a fair price. 205-6321. • Looking to buy toys from 70s-to now, Star Wars, Gi Joe, MASK, LEGO, He-man, MEGO, collections big and small, looking for comics also. 306-1462. • Miniature mare or Welsh mare or Shetland mare wanted, call Tom. 321-0095. • Pasture for cattle only in McClain County. 520-1604.
Perfect for:
Corrals Barns Fences
All sizes custom-cut pipe
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• Argo Siding & Windows: 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. • Johnny’s Horse Shoeing & Trimming: 761-0214 • Pipe fence construction and repair: 40 years experience, Tony Keller 694-8490.
All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted
• Stump Grinding: competitive prices, shrubs & some tree removal, call Danny. 779-5362. • Bowman’s Welding Service: Fences, corrals, entryways, alleyways, ornamental fence, any type of welding, shop or portable. 360-8091 or 990-1084. • Portable buildings: 12x20 lofted barn $3830 or $177.31/ mo; 8x10 mini barn $1465 or $67.82/mo; 10x20 cottage barn $2840 or $131.48/mo. 405-8720338 or bargainbarnsusa.com
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Building farm ponds & private lakes in OEC’s service area.
“Wealth is not measured in dollars.”
• Weld Up Steel Buildings: 30x40=$17,300; 4 0 x 5 0 = $ 2 6 , 9 0 0 ; 40x100=$49,000, price includes concrete & installation. 405-8720338 or bargainbarnsusa.com. • Bargains Barns: 18x21 steel carport=$1195; 12x31 RV cover=$2085; 20 x 21 garage=$4285; 24x31 garage=$6195, financing available. 405-872-0338. • Brush hogging: box blading, driveway wor,k etc, MIke Matthews. 397-2124.
• Clean up & haul off: trash & debris from properties and building interiors. For a professional, neatly finished job, call Jerry Richardson, insured, references. 850-0577. • 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. • Tractor work: gravel drives, brushoging, tree work, dirt work, tilling, finish mowing. 808-8202
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CLASSIFIED ADS ORU REPORT
All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted
• “The Piddler”: Need anything done around your house or property, call “The Piddler” Chet Adams. 248-0495. • Seamless Guttering: Country Ridge Enterprises New installation or replacement, repairs, clean out and leaf guard. Local Norman company. Insured *Free Estimates* Call James. (405)623-2354. • Outdoor services: dirt & gravel work, driveways, brushog, tilling, boxblade, yard cleanup, tree removal, fences built or repaired Kevin 365-6875 or 872-9576.
• Jimmie’s Sewing Machine Repair: Blanchard, OK. 387-3313. • Tractor work, brush hogging, box blade. 365-7572. • Tractor repair 40 years exp, Slaughterville. 365-7572. • Quilting: Custom long arm quilting done in my pet- and smoke-free studio, as well as edge to edge; Quality work, reasonable rates, quick turn around. 246-5177.
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