Volume 68, Issue 4 October 2019
For members of
CO-OP c t i c r E e l m a o O klah NEWS
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Board of Trustees Percy Moreu, President District2Trustee@okcoop.org
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Rusty Grissom, Vice President
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Ronnie Tharp, Sec. Treasurer
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Bob Usry, Asst. Sec. Treas.
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Mike Argo
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Ronnie Grover
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Shirley Idleman
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John Jensen
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Danny Watters
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October is National Cooperative Month, and we love celebrating all that makes us and the thousands of other cooperatives unique. One of the most distinctive differences between a co-op and an investor-owned business is the fact that co-ops are not-for-profit entities that operate at-cost. When profits are made above operating costs, we distribute those margins back to the consumer-members, not investors. What we refer to as "capital credits" represent these margins. In October, virtually every member who purchased electricity in 2008 will receive a check in the mail from OEC. You will find more information about capital credits along with the check, or you can visit www.okcoop.org to learn more. But the value of being part of a co-op doesn't lie solely in its financial health. It's true that no one benefits financially from a co-op business, so there are no profits or motivation for profits. What we hang our hats on is our dedication to quality, service and safety. You — our member-consumers — are why we are in business and who we are in business to serve. This is shown through our commitment to our communities, our focus on providing reliable electric service, our transparency and, most recently, our relentless effort to provide you with high-speed, affordable internet service. You are more to us at OEC than just a customer. We hope you know that, as your trusted energy advisor, we strive to improve your quality of life through the safe delivery of highly reliable, reasonably priced electric service, innovative energy programs and exceptional member service.
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Six linemen achieve journeyman status
OEC board of trustees approves $2.7 million to be paid to members
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Get Charged! program offers STEMapproved opportunity for area schools
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OEC expands electric vehicle resources, launches video series
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Building community through giving back
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 • Leroy Bayliff Vivian Gibson • Vickie Gray Carla Kimberling • Travis Scott Harlen Fipps, at-large
Next Meeting www.okcoop.org/oru Applications Due www.okcoop.org/oru Applications available at www.okcoop.org/oru OEC Foundation, Inc. Financial Statement Beginning Balance 8/15/19 ............................. $203,888.32 September deposit ............. $20,864.58 Reimbursement ..................... $3,740.00 Checks issued ................... -$36,245.31 Interest ....................................... $166.01 Approved, not paid ............. -$12,121.55 Ending balance 9/18/19 .... $180,292.05 Financial Statement by: Amanda Dierking
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How you can make your ORU donation go further
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he OEC Foundation has disbursed more than $5 million in grants to local organizations, individuals and families throughout its 25-year history thanks to the thousands of members who round up their electric bills each month. Did you know you can give more than your bill's change? Created in 1993 as a way to give back to our communities, Operation Round Up® (ORU) has become a reliable source of funding for certain nonprofits across OEC's seven-county service area. From Meals on Wheels of Norman and Veterans Corner to Citizens Advisory Board and countless other organizations, the generosity of OEC's members reaches far and wide. "I am constantly in awe of the willingness of OEC members to round up their electric bills for a great cause such as this," said Alan Davenport, OEC Foundation board president. "This board is passionate about not only funding worthy causes but aligning itself with community partners who share our vision to help those around us." About 80 percent of OEC's members elect to round up their bills each month, with the change — an average of $6 per year — being collected for the OEC Foundation board to disburse. "This board is comprised of community leaders who have volunteered their time to serve and ensure members' dollars are spent carefully and responsibly," said Tory Tedder-Loffland, OEC education and outreach coordinator. "Each board member takes great pride in the ability to serve their district in this way." Over the last 25 years, ORU grants have helped nonprofit organizations provide meals, clothes, Christmas gifts and more to their clientele. Local charities are not the only ones that have enjoyed the much-needed grants received from ORU. Countless families and individuals have been approved for requests ranging from dental and vision needs to the construction of handicap accessible ramps, school clothes and supplies, and more. Over $5 million in needs met by OEC's membership. That's making a difference. "Members are always welcome to go above and beyond their monthly contribution," said Tedder-Loffland. "The more funds we have to distribute throughout our service area, the more we can ensure our neighbors and friends are well cared for and have what they need to succeed." At press time, the next meeting date has not been decided. Please visit www.okcoop.org/ORU or contact Tory Tedder-Loffland at 217-6726 or ORU@okcoop.org for more information and to obtain an application.
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WFEC GENERATION REPORT
Six linemen achieve journeyman status
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lectric linework consistently ranks as one of the most dangerous jobs, and it's why safety is OEC's top priority year after year. It takes knowledge and skill to do the work of a lineman — especially in Oklahoma's ever-changing weather conditions. OEC's board of trustees and management are proud to announce the six linemen who recently completed the journeyman certification program. Tim Gilbert Brent Glover Nate Hulse
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Throughout the last four years, they have studied their craft intently — both in the classroom and in the field. They have studied and passed exams and trained over 8,000 hours to ensure they are safely providing our members with reliable electric service. They join a crop of previously certified journeyman linemen who answer the call no matter the time of day or weather conditions to restore power to member-consumers across our seven-county service area. Congratulations to all of the newest journeyman linemen.
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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 and Southwest Power Pool purchases during July 2019. ZAINE L AFERNEY
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NATE HULSE To view real-time generation output and environmental benefits of OEC's Solar Garden, visit www.okcoop.org/solar.
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TIM GILBERT
BRENT GLOVER
Visit www.okcoop.org/solar-garden-tours to tour OEC's Solar Garden, located at Interstate 35 and Highway 77 in Norman.
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CAPITAL CREDITS
CO-OP VALUES
A CO-OP MEMBER’S DIVIDENDS
Unlike investor-owned utility companies that strive to generate profits for shareholders, electric cooperatives like OEC operate on an at-cost basis. Any profits made by OEC — referred to as margins — are returned to the consumermembers. Capital credits represent these dividends.
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OEC board of trustees approves $2.7 million in capital credits to be paid to members
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EC’s board of trustees has authorized the distribution of over $2.7 million in capital credits to members of the cooperative who purchased electricity during parts of 2008 — $788,000 of which is being passed on by Western Farmers Electric Cooperative (WFEC, OEC's wholesale power provider) to those who were members from 1988 to 1991. Capital credits are somewhat similar to the dividends paid to shareholders of investor-owned utilities, except the co-op’s “shareholders” are the members it serves, and the “dividends” are the capital credits. It is one of the things that makes the cooperative business unique. [7602100115] Despite a diligent effort to notify former co-op members, there are more than 900 who still need to update their addresses in order to receive their capital credits. Please visit www.okcoop.org/capitalcredits and, if you see a name you recognize on the list who could’ve been an OEC member during 2008, please have that person submit the online form and any accompanying documents. All address updates must be received in writing. If you see the name of a family member who is deceased and you are the rightful heir, you can download the form from www.okcoop.org/ capitalcredits and return it along with the appropriate paperwork to transfer all remaining capital credits into your name. Checks will not be issued for less than $25 unless a member has no further refunds due for future years. Refunds of less than $25 are retained until and added to the next distribution. A full list of names – both individuals and businesses owed money – can be found at www.okcoop.org/capitalcredits along with appropriate forms. Mail paperwork and supporting documents to OEC, P.O. Box 1208, Norman, OK, 73070.
Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • October 2019
Visit www.okcoop.org/ LEARN to claim a Get Charged! kit for your classroom
OEC offers STEM-approved curriculum for area classrooms
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re you a teacher, parent or grandparent who would like to see electricity education taught in the classroom? OEC's Get Charged! handson educational curriculum does just that while meeting state STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) requirements for classrooms and schools. OEC Education and Outreach Coordinator Tory TedderLoffland has led the classroom program for four years and is gearing up for another year of educating the next generation about the importance and dangers of electricity. “OEC's board of trustees truly values education and sees the importance of offering programs like Get Charged! which promotes the learning of electricity through science experiments,” said Tedder-Loffland. “The kids always have a great time. Plus, the material goes right along with their science curriculum and meets state science education requirements.” Full curriculums, teacher's guides and kits are available free of charge for first through fifth grades if Tedder-Loffland is not able to be physically present in the classroom. The kit includes videos, projects and experiments focused on the components of electricity. "As part of the most popular experiment, the students learn about circuits, conductors and insulators, and draw a schematic of the circuit they are tasked with constructing, which powers a small light bulb," said Tedder-Loffland. "Later, that circuit operates a telegraph the students use to communicate using Morse Code." Get Charged! includes more than just electricity education. It also involves learning a little history. “No matter where I go, they think it’s so cool experiencing what was once a revolutionary form of communication,” said Tedder-Loffland. Contact Tory Tedder-Loffland, 217-6726 or tory@okcoop. org, for more information and visit www.okcoop.org/youth to explore all the programs offered to youth in OEC’s service area and to reserve a Get Charged! kit for your classroom.
Get Charged! 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.
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CONCERN FOR COMMUNITY
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through giving T wenty-six OEC employees teamed up with Aging Services during United Way of Norman's (UWN) Day of Caring (DOC). The annual service event brought together over 600 volunteers from businesses in Cleveland County. Over 30 nonprofit agencies in Norman, Moore, Little Axe and Noble benefitted from DOC, which kicked off UWN's annual fundraising campaign. "I enjoy seeing so many members of our community come together to help out our often-struggling nonprofits complete tasks they might not be able to perform due to budget restraints, staffing and the necessary time commitment," said OEC Education and Outreach Coordinator Tory Tedder-Loffland, who also served as DOC chairperson. OEC's volunteer group spent time repairing and painting interior walls at the Aging Services office, as well as construct a handicap-accessible ramp for a client of Aging Services who lives in Lexington. It was a busy day filled with rewarding work for a deserving organization. “I always love to see the business community come together during DOC and serve these nonprofits in such impactful ways,” said Michelle Hohlier, OEC Fiber sales and marketing business developer. “I’m especially proud to be part of an organization that places such a high priority on serving our communities in every way possible.” [4404200201] In addition to their volunteer work, employees also pledged over $18,000 in donations to UWN during the 2019 campaign, one which CEO Patrick Grace served as co-chair with his wife, Kelley. “I’m always blown away by our employees’ generosity,” Grace said. “Their $18,000 in donations will have such an impact on the UWN agencies that serve all over our service area, and their work during DOC doesn’t go unnoticed. I couldn’t be more proud.”
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Janet Maginnis, HR administrator, helps construct a handicap-accessible ramp; Right, top: Daniel Lofland, energy efficiency solutions specialist, and Aaron Criswell, journeyman vegetation management, help construct a handicapaccessible ramp; Right, middle: Brad Keener, IT systems engineer, Andrew Dryanski, data analyst, and Amanda Hardy, executive services manager, help paint at Aging Services; Right, bottom: Clint Yeary and William Green assist with ramp construction. Front cover: Christa Spears, senior engineering associate, along with 17 other employees, helped paint interior walls at Aging Services.
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ELECTRIC VEHICLES
OEC expands electric vehicle resources, launches video series
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You might have noticed OEC's Autumn McMahon, manager of member relations, or Daniel Lofland, energy efficiency solutions specialist, cruising around in a small-but-mighty electric vehicle (EV). It's hard to miss being fully wrapped in OEC's logo and signature green. Those who have had the opportunity to ride in or drive it have been pleasantly surprised by its responsiveness, space and range. "While it's a fun car to drive around, we purchased it because we believe EVs are the future of transportation," said McMahon. "As our members' trusted energy advisor, we thought who better to put this new technology to the test to help our members decide if it's the right car for them?" McMahon and Lofland have used their EV experiences to help educate not only OEC's members, but the general public on the the pros and cons of owning an EV. You can find them on social media in the "Deck My Ride" and "EV Moments" video series, where they test myths about EVs and ride along with others as they experience an EV for the first time. You can also read more about Lofland's EV experiences at www. okcoop.org/EV. Did you know Oklahoma ranks number one among states to own an EV? MyEV.com said this is because "Oklahoma residents enjoy low electricity rates, a high ratio of — AUTUMN MCMAHON charging stations to residents and the highest EV sales boost over the past year at 162.7 percent." Because of the impending "EV boom" on the horizon, OEC has taken proactive steps for members looking to make the jump from combustionengine to EV. "We've had about 40 members on an EV pilot rate for the majority of 2019," said Lofland. "It's been so successful, OEC's board of trustees decided to continue it into 2020. Essentially, members can charge their EVs overnight at a half-price kilowatt-hour rate." EV members may also be eligible for a $200 rebate for their at-home charging station. "What we are attempting to do is ease any concerns our members might have about EVs," said McMahon. "We're also careful to point out the cons because an EV might not be right for everyone. What we do know is there are a lot of myths surrounding EVs, and we want to test those ourselves and show our members all the good, and potentially the not-so-good, features of an EV." Visit www.okcoop.org/EV as we continue to expand our EV resources.
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GARLIC BUTTER STEAK BITES 1.5 pounds sirloin steak - cut into small cubes 1 tbsp olive oil salt and pepper - to season 4 tbsp salted butter
5 cloves garlic - minced 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper - plus more to taste 2 tbsp fresh parsley - finely chopped
Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot add the steak in a single layer, working in batches as needed. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to season. Cook the steak for 4-5 minutes, stirring often. Reduce heat to medium-low and melt the butter in the pan. Add the minced garlic to the butter; cook for approximately 1 minute. Stir to coat the steak bites with the garlic butter and continue to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove pan from heat and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, salt, and pepper, to taste. Enjoy! Recipe from Jessica Randhawa, www.theforkedspoon.com
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AUTOS, PARTS & ACCESSORIES
• ‘11 Ford extended cab pickup, red, flex fuel, V6 auto, tow package, power windows, cruise, 8 ply tires, 163 k miles, $7500 OBO. 795-1030. • ’01 Dodge 1500 series truck, automatic, a/c and good tires. 387-9620. • ‘79 fiat 2000 convertible for restoration, have some parts, rough, $1000 obo. 795-1466. • ‘11 Polaris GEM 4 door electric car, plugs into regular 110 outlet, 313 miles, runs great, like new, $7000 OBO. 795-0852. • ‘14 One owner Chrysler 200, new tires and brakes 81,000 miles $8950. 940-367-3061.
• ‘07 Ford Taurus, 120K miles, needs minor repair (battery, back windshield) $1,200 OBO; ‘12 GMC crew cab truck, 220K miles, 4WD, $17,000 OBO; Custom built smoker on new 12Lx7W s/a trailer w/new 6-ply tires $3,750 OBO. 590-3394 or 308-5742 after 6pm. • ‘18 Harley Davidson “Street” 500 cc, clear title, only 700 miles, QD mounts, aftermarket luggage rack, $7,000, will consider partial trade, Norman. 664-3789. • ‘00 Chevy Silverado extended cab, white, one owner, regular oil changes and maintenance, 272,860 miles, new tires, runs great, $6,000 obo, call/text. 971-4033.
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• ‘99 Jaguar XJ8, dark green paint leather interior, runs/drives great new tires, new alarm system 140K mile, $6,000. 320-3737 or 381-3345. • ‘99 Red Mercury Cougar, V-6, cold AC, 190,000 miles, new fuel pump + brakes, $1000, will send pics upon request, call/text. 799-1155. • ’03 Mercedes-Benz ML350 156,000 miles, sun roof, 4door, good tires, runs great, $6,500. 642-7946 • ‘05 SType Jaguar, light sky blue, leather interior, CD, new tires & battery, 111,600K, two owners, no accidents, beautiful ride, $6,000, lv msg for appt. 412-9881. • ‘82 Chevy winch truck $3,500. 414-3333. • ‘82 Honda gold wing good mechanical condition fair cosmetic condition selling due to health issues, $1500 lv msg if no answer. 598-2631. • ‘14 Chrysler 200, new tires, new breaks, one owner, 81,000 miles, loaded, white in color, $8,995. 940-367-3061. • ‘77 Ford Ranchero GT, with tow package, $3,500 obo, serious inquiries only, leave message or text, red paint, with red and black interior. 694-0409.
FARM & EQUIPMENT
• Wanted tractors dead or alive, any kind any size, quick response. 641-7728 or 352-4816. • 4020 John Deere tractor, late model, side control, new paint, very good condition, $11250; 15 ft woods batwing acreage mower, good condition $4250. 323-3000. • Mohawk Chief 10, 10ft heavy duty commercial brush hog 3pt hookup, very low hours, Slip clutch, 3 gear box system, $4800. 517-3366. • Barn for sale 28’wide by 34’long, 4 skylights, garage door opening, you take down appraised by ins $9,500 will take $4,500. 637-5134. • ‘85 Ford 1210 Tractor 4wd 16hp diesel comes with 48”” belly mower 4’ boxblade 4’ brushhog 4ft disc fertilizer spreader and more. 203-8501. • MX8 Semi-Mount John Deere Rotary Cutter bought new 2010 never used, warehouse kept, 8ft, 540 PTO, tail wheels chain guards, $5350 call/text. 642-3724. • Diesel Kubota Tractor, front end loader; brush hog; rotary tiller, grader blade, 16’ trailer with ramps, 176 hrs, $12,500. 226-2068.
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CLASSIFIED ADS ORU REPORT
All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted • ‘03 Crown Vic on natural gas runs great, 22mpg, trans slipping $300; ’97 Dodge Ram 1500FWD used to spray with, title but no tag $800. 381-2697. • Corn from the 2019 Harvest at 10¢ per pound, very clean and excellent for deer feeders, live stock, and poultry, Noble area. 919-2510. • John Deere Square Baler, 328 String tie, Excellent condition, Always shaded, $3500, John, Lexington. 417-718-0322. • 2124 for new holland tractor front end loader, diesel, Tuttle area, $12,500. 381-2052. FURNITURE & APPLIANCES
• 4 poster darker oak queen bed, reproduction of antique rice bed, mattress, box springs, 2 bedside tables, bed step, $500 or obo. 485-2019. • Early American twin bed w/ mattress. 387-9620. • New large wooden desk with rolling chair, showroom condition $550, large 4 piece dark wood wall unit $350, call before 7 pm. 485-4340. • Beautiful floral print beige couch; matching chair with ottoman; great condition, $500. 317-2748.
• Life’s good 42 Inch TV LED TV Model 42V4400 w/remote & owners manual + Disk, works perfect, roughly 3 years old, has base or with proper bracket can be wall mounted, new value at WM $350, asking $200, leave vm. 826-4019. • 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
• Small square premium bermuda grass horse hay in 21 bale bundles, loaded on your trailer, sprayed and fertilized. 850-1005. • Firewood $75 a rick, delivery price depending on location. 365-5534. • 2019 FRESH CUT BERMUDA HAY, large round bales, $55, fresh cut Bermuda hay, properly cured, baled 07/08, lg round bales heavily fertilized and weed-killed, grade A, dry, high protein, we will load you, need good quality hay? We have it at 14151 96th St, Lexington. 512-431-1280. • Hay for sale, prairie/bermuda mix, $50; Johnson grass, $35; 10 bale minimum, all 4x5½ netwrapped, can deliver for extra $5 per bale, call Tom. 642-1175 or 642-7342.
• Sm sq straw bales, $5 ea, NW of Pocasset, OK. 459-6543 or 574-5571. LIVESTOCK & PETS
• Gentle black bull 18 mo $1100; Young black cow H bred $1000; Young Hereford mix cow 9 mo, $900. 391-3319. • AKC German Shepherd Puppies, ready 10/5, 4F 5M, $750, Mom and Dad on site, will be very large, gsdpuppies4salecurtisfarm-germanshepherds. com, text. 517-2583. • 7yr old polled hereford bull $1100; 10 yr old beefmaster cow with 1 mo old calf $1050. 329-4562. • Boer nannies, bucklings, doelings, 3 months old, have had shots and wormed, very big and colorful, red, black, marbled, spotted, and traditional, $150 to $300. 795-0852. • Registered Pure Bred British White Bulls Low Birth wt $1500; NH451 Sickel Mower Filed Ready $1000; JD Roke 660 Field Ready $950. 417-718-0322. • Turkeys, all sizes; peacocks, rabbits, laying hens & pullets; guineas, geese and ducks, would like to buy a black and white female rat terrier. 527-5105. • Cattle prs, bred cows, ang hoover dam yrl bulls, weaned hefs blk, white, red. 391-3688.
• Chickens, Copper Marans, Easter Eggers, Olive Eggers, Hatching Eggs, Baby Chicks, Disease Tested, NPIP Farm, Text is best, Ninnekah. 779-8278. • ASCA/AKC Working Australian Shepherd Puppies, well socialized and raised in our home, Parents have wonderful dispositions, are health tested, and have great pedigrees, $600$1,000, www.nineveh-ranch. com Lexington, OK. 740-9218. • Homing pigeons, all ages, all colors, $2 each and up depending upon quantity bought. 474-4261. • Wethers $50-75, some does for sale $100-125: Bucks at stud Kino and Little orchard bloodlines, call after 400 or leave message. 899-6151. • Australian Shepherd puppies, AKC/ASCA reg, health tested, working parents with great dispositions for herding, agility, or families, www.nineveh-ranch. com Lexington, OK, $500$1,000. 740-9218. • Very colorful Watusi bull calves for sale. 321-0095. MISCELLANEOUS
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CLASSIFIED ADS • AR 15 450 Bushmaster w/ Sightron scope 1.25x5, $700. 570-0072. • One Resthaven Cemetery plot, Faith section, $2,300 OBO. 514-6810. • Very nice Singer Presser, $50. 905-9252. • American Blackbelly lambs, (call for prices), laying phoenix chickens $15 ea, pond plants $525; folding mobile hunting game cart $250; creep feeder $325. 640-4651. • Body Rider exercise fan bike, year old with large padded seat, excellent condition, $90. 485-2019. • Misc pipe, big rod, stuffing boxes, harrow sections, hay dolly, br hogs that need repairs, plantation saddles. 850-7451. • Have trees to trade for tree spade work; Lake Eufaula lot, Enchanted Oaks addition; Wanted persimmons, prickly pear fruit for jelly; Wanted Rose Rocks. 802-4227. • Aluminum trailer[16’] model#7816, Aluma, 7000lb axles, 3 ramps, removable fenders, 14’’ aluminum wheels, electric brakes on both axles $3900. 210-0050.
Storage SolutionS
All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted • John Deere 6 way hydraulic dozer blade for JD garden tractors/ mowers, 300, 317, 318, 325, has dual hydraulic cylinders, 54 inches wide, $75. 519-6512. • 2 camp chef flat top grills mod FTG600, excellent condition with covers, $200 each call or text for more details. 760-5818. • Oneida South Seas Community silverware service for 8 plus serving pieces asking $200; Kenmore bread machine with book and cart asking $40; Ladies 14 kt gold wedding ring with .70 ct marquise diamond and 24 round diamonds tw .85 cts Size 6½, appraised for $5000 asking $3500, Kenneth. 213-9392. • 27 ft flag pole $30, needs rope or will trade for working push mower for elder man, lv msg. 274-3520. • Rough lumber for sale, black walnut $4, white oak $2.50 board foot. 610-4052. • Sig sauer p238 380 auto, night sights, used very little, $525 cash. 249-5405. • Set of crutches aluminum nice lamp $15 each. 394-4421.
• Mill lumber: cedar four 1”x9”x10’, one 2”x9”x10’, oak ten 1”x14”x7’ 6”, one 2”x14”x7’ 6”, pine five 1”x10”x12’, one 3”x10”x12’, $150. 202-9173. • Estate sale, tools, bldg materials, dbl panes, appliances, furniture, sew machines, fabric, many patterns, personal items, furniture, vintage, decanters, camping, hobby, canning equip, Oct 11-13, 2388 blue court, no early sales. • Miami sun, 3 wheel, 3 speed, 24” adult tricycle,w/ new gas motor $400, cargo carrier for toro o-turn mower, never used $25. 684-0350. • Belt buckles from years 1975 to 82; collection of Stockyard Patrol, Cattlemen Assoc, Hesston, Fire Pumpers in mint condition, 25 total to sell as group; $2,000. 394-2351. • One plot at RestHaven cemetery, $800. 689-6007. • Paramount “Ruby” 32acp 1915 Spanish $275; Remington 1148 model 410ga $650; Dirty Harry S&W 44mag 6.5 barrel new model 29 wood box $1200. 431-0157. • Utility trailer 12x7 has spare tire carrier and folding tailgate, like new $1000. 833-8022.
Serving Norman & the surrounding area since 1891 Non Profit, Perpetual Care Storage Sheds
Solutions as unique as your storage needs
CaSh or rent-to-own
Financing available
No Interest up to 2 yrs
“Freedom to choose upright &/or flat marker memorials.”
20’ and 40’ Containers
Better Barns We Have CULVERTS, Too!
Steel Garage/Shop
405-872-7433 www.betterbarns.net
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• American mahogany 2in & 2½ in thick 6ft-16ft live edge extremely rot/insect resistant, $6 per board foot. 381-3345 or 620-4436. • 17 Snow Village Houses, Christmas and 3 Halloween Houses, exc cond, lots of accessories, I have the boxes, Marlene. 818-6518. • Wooden spools of all sizes, some double; 2½” emt new 10’lengths. 412-1943. • American Blackbelly lambs available $125, ‘80 Ford PU farm truck classic, w/tow pkg,V8,clean title, Runs great $1500; Pond plants $15-$25, Tuttle. 640-4651. • Sunquest Tanning Bed 16 bulb great condition $250. 834-4326. • ‘11 Harley Davidson 883 Roadster, Excellent condition, with Windshield and Saddlebags, 4475 miles, $4200, Blanchard. 580-695-6130. • Yanmar 1401 Tractor 3 cylinder diesel with tiller and angle blade $1350 OBO. 314-1787. • Older Abeka and Bob Jones Homeschool Books; Four push lawn mowers. 381-2840. • Burial plot at Holy Family Resthaven Memory Gardens OKC Oklahoma, asking $2250 will negotiate. 432-7859 or 598-9227.
Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • October 2019
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
khyde@bobusry.com
CLASSIFIED ADS ORU REPORT
All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted • Beautiful 1/2carat diamond ring, white gold band, sz5, $1,000 firm. 410-7532. • Wanted: Ruger .22 Rifle or Bolt Action is fine. 641-7582. • Used carpet, approx 14x28, top quality, GC, will need steam clean, make offer. 794-2672. • T Shirt printing Equipment, Brother GT361 Printer, Schulze Pretreat, The Maxx Press, Purchased new($28,241) in September 2016, must sell, $16,000 OBO, Blanchard. 760-8268. • Surgery, can’t wear pretty fashion shoes; many many new and barely worn high heels, flats, fashion boots; size 5½, 6, 6½, 7, sale prices. 366-6166. • W: 22 Rifle / pistol or Revolver, older is OK, leave message, will return your call. 641-7582. • Trailer for sale, 5 x 8, $650, leave message. 799-8526. • 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. MOBILE HOMES, RVS & BOATS
• ‘14 travel trailer, excellent condition, leave message. 691-3465. • 15ft aliner solidwall folddown only 1200# $11,650: nissan xterra 25,000mi $19,500 Tuttle. 550 0387. • ‘00 KZ Coyote hybrid travel trailer, 2 entry/exit doors, 3 burner stovetop, refrigerator, microwave, heat, air, manual slide-out, dual propane tanks; $2750. 812-2010. REAL ESTATE
• Old, old house, 4½ acres, 30’x44’ shop, corral, small pond, West Center Road in Goldsby. 520-1604. • 15 acres on Bethel rd Wanette OK $55,000, Owner Financing available, 10% down $594/ month, call/text Chance. 543-2000.
STrucTural PiPe SaleS We build:
Cattleguards H-Posts Corner Posts Triangle Pipe Racks
• For rent, efficiency apartment, Paradise Airport, 20770 280th St, Washington, corner of W Ladd Rd & Hwy 74, furnished, washer & dryer, $400/mo; T-hangar also for rent at Paradise airport, 4,000 ft grass runway, $50/mo. 250-2719. • Manufactured home 1820 sq ft and up to 78 acres, 14201 S 84th Street, Lexington, OK, call or text Jeanne. 990-7827. • Want to sell your acreage property? Contact Metro Brokers Acreage Specialist, www.OkRealtySolutions.com, call or text to get started today. 417-1849. • 10, 20 acre tracts for sale, located on Indian Hills Rd, 1/4 mile west of Pebbly Rd, North side of road. 245-1282 or 202-6770. • 22 3/4 acres unimproved land 4 miles Southeast of Chickasha just off Hwy 19, 863-2711. • 2bd steel house on 80 acres of land lots of turkey, ducks, and deer needs improvement, Tuttle area, $500,000. 381-2052. • Thunder Lane Industrial Park, the zone-free way to do business, proudly featuring OEC Fiber high-speed internet! www. thunderlanelots.com. 792-0008.
• 5 to 80 acres 180th and hwy 9, wooded ponds, views surveyed, pecan large redo trees rounded by Indian land privatese, starting at 25,000. 386 6629. • FSBO: 120 acres m/l, close to Foss Lake, NW corner of Hwy 73 & N2070 Rd Rural water & electricity, $2000 an acre. 3924804 or 640-4653. • FSBO beautiful 800 sqf home on 5 acres 2 bed, 1 bath, outbuildings, cellar and circle drive $88,000 call for more info. 255-8596. NOTICES & ANNOUNCEMENTS
• Free wood palettes, first come first serve, OEC’s headquarters, must enter through westernmost gate at 2520 Hemphill Drive (no need to come into lobby), press call button at gate to enter. • Slaughterville Park & Recreational Trail Grand Opening Sat, Oct 5, 2pm. 872-3000. • Chickasha, OK Vintage Lamp Show, Oct 18-19, north exhibit building, Grady County Fairgrounds; antique & collectible Aladdin and other lamps. 698-8144.
Perfect for:
Corrals Barns Fences
All sizes custom-cut pipe
“The PiPe Man” 405-207-0101 We Now Have Culverts Call for sizes & prices • We Deliver www.okcoop.org
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CLASSIFIED ADS
• Bluegrass Concert/Jam; Bass Workshop (5-6 pm) / Open jamming (5-9:15 pm) / Pre-show (6:15 pm) / Bluegrass Concert (6:30 pm); Sept 14, three bands on stage with jamming rooms; 3925 SE 29, Del City; Greater Oklahoma Bluegrass Music Society (nonprofit org); $8; GOBMS members, $5; Group rates available. 317-2618 or 226-9191. • Fall Craft Bazaar, Blanchard UMW presents this year’s craft bazaar @Blanchard FUMC, 1101 N Main St, Blanchard OK, Sat Oct 5, 9:00am-4:00pm for info call/text. 823-4396. • Slaughterville Fire Department Auxiliary Annual Spaghetti Dinner, Oct 10, 5-8 pm, Hwy77 and Slaughterville Road, lots of door prizes, auction starts 7-00 homemade cakes, pies etc; special prize. • 4th Annual Chili Supper Noble Ladies Firefighters Auxiliary Oct 7, 5-7:30 pm, Noble First Baptist Church Life Center, come support your firefighters!
WANTED
• Looking for GM trucks or truck parts for 1973-1987 pickups. 227-6772 • Appliances, AC units, Mowers, Hot Water Tanks, Car Parts, Farm Implements, almost any Metal Scrap, I will haul it away for free. 225-6769. • Wanted Appliances, AC units, Mowers, Hot Water Tanks, Car Parts, Farm Implements, almost any Metal Scrap I will haul it away for free. 225-6769. • Wanted a three bottom plow and a 6’to 8’ disc both must be in good shape and ready to use. 990-0027. • Ham Radio Gear, Shortwave, Morse Code, Antennas etc. 641-7582. • Looking for dependable person to mow and take care of lawn. 376-3501. • Looking to buy unwanted comic books, in bulk or one at a time, call or text Eric. 306-1462. • Want deer lease 100-160 acres heavily wooded, Contact Steve. 473-2461.
• Father and son hobby shop needs basic machine tooling, we have a metal lathe and vertical mill but need basic tooling like a vices, tools and holders, measuring devices, etc, call Steve. 306-1460. 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. 245-5502 or 381-2007. • Computer & Phone Lines: Off-duty fireman. Installation, repair, trouble shooting, etc. 2455502 or 381-2007. • American Blinds & Shutters: Off-duty fireman, window treatments for home or business. Free estimates. 245-5502 or 381-2007. • Siding & Windows: Call Hurst Siding & Windows for free estimate. 364-0098 or email Ron@hurstsiding.com.
• 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. • Affordable lawncare and mowing: weeding, spraying, some tree work, Noble to Lexington area, call Jim at 693-5341. • Pipe fence construction and repair: 40 years experience, Tony Keller 694-8490. • Meyer Masonry: Brick, block, rock, 35yrs exp, free estimates. Keith, 527-4934.
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
Bulldozers & Trackhoes Call Bruce 580-641-1952
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Oklahoma Electric Co-op News • October 2019
JIM'S PAINTING & REMODELING
Insured, Free Estimates
Painting • Fence & Deck Staining Texturing • Carpentry • Interior Exterior • Commercial Residential • Sheetrock
314-0755 / 366-0722
CLASSIFIED ADS ORU REPORT
All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted
• 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. • Clean up & haul off: trash & debris from properties and building interiors. For a professional, neatly finished job, call Jerry Richardson, insured, references. 850-0577. • Tree trimming or cutdown & haul off: use 70ft reach bucket truck. 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.
• Outdoor services: dirt & gravel work, driveways, brushog, tilling, boxblade, yard cleanup, tree removal, fences built or repaired Kevin 365-6875 or 872-9576. • Tractor work, brush hogging, box blade. 365-7572. • I buy tractors running or not. 365-7572. • Tractor repair 40 years exp, Slaughterville. 365-7572. • Jimmie’s Sewing Machines Repair: Blanchard, OK. 387-3313. CASH LOANS ON QUALITY GUNS
WE MAKE CASH LOANS ON FIREARMS
• 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. • CNA Caregiver: Would love to care for/sit with your loved one in home or hospital, 17 yrs experience, Norman area only, great references, $15/hr. 410-7532. • 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. • 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
WANTED
QUICK CASH LOANS ON MOST FIREARMS
• 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 808-0705. www.sunshinerealty. realtor. • Brushog, boxblade: tilling, dirt and gravel work, driveways, tree removal, yard cleanup, fences Kevin 872-9576 or 365-6875 • Greg Moore Excavation: Septic systems, grading, backhoes, dozer, driveways gravel or concrete, building pads, BBB accredited, service and honesty is our goal. 388-5430. • House Cleaning and Organizing: Errand Assistance, free estimates, bonded, 835-9850. • Tractor work: gravel drives, brushoging, tree work, dirt work, tilling, finish mowing. 808-8202 • Stump Grinding: competitive prices, shrubs & some tree removal, call Danny. 779-5362 or 329-2230.
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
The Norman Regional Health Foundation invites you to Paint the Town Pink in October! Purchase a pink flag in honor or memory of a loved one, share your breast cancer story or participate as a Paint the Town Pink business partner.
Commercial Quality Contractor We Provide all of Your Concrete Needs
Text NRHFPink to 71777 or visit NRHFoundation.org
J & J Livestock Commission Company For Selling or Buying Cattle at Oklahoma City National Stockyard in Oklahoma City Office (405) 602-5026 James Eaton (405) 685-1712 Jimmy Eaton (405) 682-6244 Mobile (405) 831-7692
Drainage Solutions Barn and Stable Foundations ADA Ramps and Pathways Located in Noble, OK
Contact Info: Phone: (405)655-3295 Email: rbconcrete@speedmail.us www.okcoop.org
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