Restoring power safely and efficiently
We do our best to avoid them, but there’s no way around it: power outages occasionally happen. Most of the time outages are rare and only last a few hours. But if major storms impact our area, extended outages can be unavoidable.
Four factors that may impact your electric bill
Bill higher than usual? Here are four possible causes:
Clearing the path to reliability by Anne Prince
Trees are majestic, beautiful and good for the soul. But we also know that our members depend on us to deliver reliable power to homes and businesses. Electric cooperatives strive to balance maintaining the beautiful surroundings we all cherish with ensuring reliable electricity.
Prioritizing home energy savings By Mitch Ross
As you might imagine, my profession in the energy-efficiency field gives me extra authority as I strive to do what any good stereotypical dad does — go around the house telling my family to “Turn off lights!” and “Leave the thermostat alone!” and “Shut the doors!” I use these dad-like refrains more often than I’d like to admit.
How winter weather impacts reliability
When outdoor temperatures drop, our electricity use increases. That’s because we’re doing more activities inside, and our heating systems are running longer and more often to counteract colder outdoor temperatures.
Annual Meeting update
During the business session of the Annual Meeting held on Nov. 22, 2023, at the Cooperative’s headquarters in Mena, President/CEO Brad Castor reported that Rich Mountain Electric Cooperative members, voting by mail ballot, elected one director to the Cooperative’s Board. Mark Robbins certified that 6,550 ballots had been mailed to the members on Nov. 2, 2023.
State Sales Tax Exemption for low-income families
Under the present Arkansas law, residential customers whose income is $12,000 or less per year are eligible to claim an exemption from sales tax on the first 500 kilowatt hours of electricity used each month.
Sparking joy and light
Many of us eagerly anticipate the holidays. The season is marked by special foods, festive decorations and lots of celebrations. We cherish carrying on old traditions and enjoy creating new ones, as we spend time with family and friends.
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Outage
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the state; Not a creature was stirring, there was nothing to debate. The rights-of-way had been cleared by the men with care; Just in case a big ice storm like 2000 should appear.