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Join Blanchard Parks and Recreation Director, Chris Wittenbach, as he discusses the power of having OEC as a partner. As a local cooperative, we pride ourselves in living in the communities we serve. This affords OEC the ability to make a true impact in our communties. Chris details the impact OEC has had on Blanchard, and more specifically, the Blanchard Fireworks Celebration. Come out to Independence Park (off of Hwy 62) in Blanchard on Saturday, July 2nd from 6-10 for a family night of fun and entertainment that you won't forget. 

Join Manager of Maintenance, Bobby Herring, and Manager of System Engineering, Nick Shumaker, as they discuss OEC's new Adaptively Controlled Electric System (ACES). This revolutionary program highlights the dramatic impact of high-speed, reliable OEC Fiber internet and its impact on our members' electric reliability. Put simply: this technology addresses potential outages sometimes before members even notice a blink. Learn more at https://okcoop.org/as-summer-peak-times-loom-oec-and-oec-fiber-unveil-automatic-outage-restoration/

As we enter into storm season, Kayla and Autumn share some of our members' weirdest power outage causes. They also discuss SAIDI scores--OEC ranks in the highest quartile across the nation for power reliability--and how to ensure safety around power lines. Learn more at www.oecfiber.com and www.okcoop.org.

Join Kayla and Autumn as they talk about the #CooperativeDifference. As a local cooperative, our employees live in the communities that we serve and we pride ourselves on supporting our hometowns. Learn about some of the ways we support or communities and how to reach out so we can support your favorite event! Visit www.okcoop.org or www.oecfiber.com for more information.

Co-hosts Kayla Wade and Autumn McMahon chat with OEC Journeyman lineman, Brad Hunter. Brad discusses the "different breed" of people who can be a lineman: intensive education, deep commitment to safety, a heart of service for members and just a touch of stubbornness (maybe more than a touch!) Join us as we continue to dive into what makes Oklahoma Electric Cooperative and OEC Fiber different.

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 1 where we join Autumn McMahon of Oklahoma Electric Cooperative and Kayla Wade of OEC Fiber to learn more about our services by telling YOUR stories. Follow us on our social media platforms or at www.okcoop.org and www.oecfiber.com for a chance to join the show.

Music: "Every Morning"  by Anton Vlasov

Join CEO Patrick Grace and Board of Trustee member Bob Usry as we remember the life and legacy of our friend Jonna Buck. Jonna proudly served OEC for 30 years and boasted a career filled with achievements and a life filled with love.

Join Manager of Vegetation Management, Clifford Chastain, as we discuss the necessity of vegetation management. He depicts the impact it has on service reliability, community safety, and even the most recent Tree Line USA that OEC received from the Arbor Day Foundation (for the 14th year in a row!)

Join Patrick Grace, OEC CEO, as he discusses the "perfect storm" of unprecedented events that combined to make #WinterStormUri incomparable. He discusses the historical relevance of the storm, the role of the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) and what this means for the future. 

Stephanie Knight from Apogee joins us to discuss how technology helps to better understand electrical rates. By utilizing any of the suite of tools that OEC offers, members can find the perfect rate for their unique needs. Learn more at www.okcoop.org/rates.