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Data
Center Demand and Your Cooperative
>> OEC trustee receives national certification
>> Announcing the eight Youth Tour Finalists
Cover photo by OEC Lineman Nathan Foster
FROM the TOP CEO ADDRESS
As we move into February, Oklahoma's legislative session comes into full view. This is when our statewide association, Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives, becomes more active at the Capitol. The association represents all electric cooperatives in the state, and together we meet with lawmakers to share our insights on the horizon and explain how proposed bills could impact co-op members back home.
Some years, we support legislation that strengthens reliability or protects our ability to serve you well. In other years, our attention is drawn to bills that could add cost without providing real value. Because OEC is a not-for-profit, any margin we earn is returned to you, and any new cost becomes a rate impact. When a proposal increases our expenses with no clear benefit, it functions much like a tax on electric consumers. Part of our job is helping legislators understand that connection to prevent unnecessary burdens.
Most lawmakers want to avoid unnecessary costs for Oklahomans. Once they see how a bill could influence the price you pay for service, they usually want to get it right. These conversations matter because they enable us to demonstrate the practical impact of policy decisions and advocate for stable, affordable power for our communities. It is crucial to maintain these dialogues to ensure fair policies.
In this month's magazine, you'll notice that our Key Accounts & Advocacy Specialist, Tim Ferree, has an article focusing on the growing interest in data centers and what that means for our members. Large power users present both opportunities and challenges, and the legislative landscape can significantly influence how those projects evolve. As we monitor bills at the Capitol, we're also paying close attention to how emerging industries fit into long-term planning for reliability and cost.
I encourage you to keep an eye on this magazine for quarterly updates. If we ask for your involvement, know that your perspective helps ensure policy decisions support stable, affordable, dependable power for all 100,000 members and subscribers. Stay tuned for potential developments in the upcoming months that might require your vital input.
Thank you for staying engaged and for supporting the cooperative model. Your involvement strengthens OEC and helps us continue delivering safe, reliable and fairly priced service to the communities we’re proud to serve. Together, we achieve great things.
Danny Watters, President 7 District7Trustee@okcoop.org
John Jensen, Vice President 6 District6Trustee@okcoop.org
Mike Argo, Sec./Treas. 1 District1Trustee@okcoop.org
Debbie Frazier, Asst. Sec./Treas. 3 District3Trustee@okcoop.org
Danny Drake, Jr. 2 District2Trustee@okcoop.org Bob Usry 8
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Grover 4
District4Trustee@okcoop.org
OEC Board Trustee Recognized for Continued Leadership
OEC Board Trustee Debbie Frazier recently earned her NRECA Board Leadership Certificate (BLC). This certificate is the second step in NRECA’s Director Education Program and demonstrates a director’s commitment to deeper learning in key areas of cooperative governance.
To earn the BLC, a director must first complete the Credentialed Cooperative Director (CCD) program and then complete ten additional credits from a range of advanced courses. These courses cover topics such as risk management, power supply, policy development, technology, ethics and effective board decision-making. The program is designed to help directors strengthen their understanding of the industry and support a wellrounded, informed board.
Debbie’s commitment to ongoing education reflects her dedication to serving OEC members with knowledge, integrity and steady leadership.
Congratulations, Debbie!
Behind the Servers How OEC Manages Data Center Demand
By Tim Ferree, Key Accounts & Advocacy Specialist
Will serving these massive data facilities raise my bill? That's the question electric consumers are asking as data centers — and their resulting demand for electricity — grows across Oklahoma.
Data centers are becoming more integral to our daily lives, with cloud services, streaming and AI tools driving the surge in local demand. In 2025, Google announced a two-year, $9 billion investment plan to expand data centers in Oklahoma, which are already operating in Stillwater and Pryor. Though data centers and their power demands are gaining more attention now, electric industry leaders have long anticipated the strain they could add to an aging grid. Such challenges lead to understandable questions from OEC members and all consumers.
At OEC, we value transparency and the opportunity to help members better understand every side of these complex challenges. We will answer common questions this month, and more in the next, guiding you through these steps one by one. Let’s begin.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
To grasp the dynamic relationship between OEC, our wholesale power provider Western Farmers Electric Cooperative (WFEC) and the Southwest Power Pool (SPP), imagine a highway system. OEC operates on local roads, delivering electricity to homes and businesses. Those roads connect to larger highways operated by WFEC, which generates power from a diverse mix of sources. All of it feeds into a regional interstate system managed by SPP.
Think of the SPP as the traffic controller for electricity across 14 states. The organization makes
sure there is always enough power on the system and decides which power plants run at any moment.
Because we are a small part of this larger grid, no single home or business, not even a data center, changes how the whole system operates. We are all drawing from the same shared supply, and SPP plans ahead so the region has what it needs. 6405314516
That’s the basic reason large facilities don’t automatically raise costs for OEC members. The system is built to handle growth, and WFEC secures the power we need with that larger plan. In addition, the grid’s design includes reserve margins, which help prevent sudden price spikes even during high-demand periods. This engineering approach ensures that fluctuations in electricity needs are managed efficiently, ultimately safeguarding our members’ utility bills from unexpected increases.
For a more detailed explanation of how this system works, check out our article, Power Players at okcoop.org/ powerplayersnov23.
AM I GOING TO PAY MORE ON MY ELECTRIC BILL IF OEC SERVES LARGE DATA CENTERS?
The short answer: No.
While the costs of generating and distributing electricity are expected to rise over the next few years, data centers are not solely to blame. Any increase that co-ops and their consumers may experience is driven by overall load growth forecasts across the SPP’s 14-state footprint, which is projected to be 1.7% through 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). To put this into perspective, the previous decade saw an average growth of just 1.2%. This comparison highlights the accelerating pace of demand that influences cost projections.
The growth increases encompass all sectors, including commercial, industrial and residential. Imagine for every three homes currently powered, the grid keeps a fourth in reserve, ready to meet peak demands. This kind of planning, akin to having a backup plan, ensures the system operates smoothly even under stress. This growth, coupled with SPP’s plans to build new generating capacity to serve
their highest peak consumption with at least a 36% margin, could ultimately lead to increased costs for all types of consumers.
Data centers are also responsible for funding the infrastructure required to serve their load. When a large facility requires new system upgrades or significant additions to the grid, those costs are not shifted to the rest of the membership.
The National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation (CFC) notes that many cooperatives already follow this model by requiring data centers to pay for new infrastructure or the added generation they depend on, protecting existing members from added costs.
On top of that, data centers generate significant revenue without increasing our peak demand. They help cover system costs and support long-term rate stability for all OEC members. Their presence strengthens the cooperative’s financial position rather than burdening it.
DO DATA CENTERS PAY THE SAME RATES AS RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL MEMBERS?
Not exactly. OEC serves many types of industrial members, each under customized contractual agreements tailored to their operations. While the cooperative does not disclose the details of any member’s account, whether industrial or residential, data centers are billed under a unique rate structure designed specifically for large-load users.
Data centers receive service through an interruptible rate, which requires them to reduce operations during OEC’s monthly system peak. Think of this structure as similar to discounted cell phone plans, where users agree to slower speeds during peak times to pay less. In the same way, data centers use an 'interruptible' rate, meaning they accept certain operational limitations during peak demand periods to benefit from cost savings. When they reduce operations during those critical peak hours, the cooperative saves significant power supply costs. If a data center — or any industrial power user — chooses not to reduce its operations during that time, it pays a substantial penalty. This structure, which has
been in place for all large power users for decades, ensures that their operations do not increase costs for the membership.
THE BOTTOM LINE
Oklahoma is seeing increased interest from data centers, and OEC is prepared to serve these members while protecting the interests of the entire cooperative. Through careful rate design, responsible planning, and ongoing collaboration with community partners, we ensure that large load growth supports our system instead of straining it.
As always, we will continue putting our members first every step of the way. If you have questions about data centers or any other cooperative issue, we’re here to help.
Terms-to-Know
High-demand: a period when many customers simultaneously need a lot of power.
Generating capacity: the maximum electrical power a facility, like a power plant, can produce at any given moment, measured in megawatts (MW).
Highest peak consumption: the specific period when the maximum amount of electricity is being used within a given timeframe
Peak demand: the period when electricity (or water/gas) usage hits its highest point
Rate stability: the practice of keeping electricity prices per kilowatt-hour (kWh) consistent and predictable over a specified period, shielding customers from sudden price volatility driven by fluctuating energy markets.
Interruptable rate: a discounted service plan for large users (like factories), where they agree to let the utility temporarily cut their power during peak demand or grid emergencies in exchange for lower bills, often having backup fuel to keep running, helping the grid manage stress.
System peak: the single moment or short period when the entire regional grid experiences its absolute highest demand for power, usually driven by extreme weather (hot afternoons for AC, cold winters for heat) or high industrial use.
Eight Local Teens, ONE STEP FROM D.C.
Contest finalists advanced after essay submissions and judging
By JoMarie Ramsey, Editor and Media Specialist
Eight high school students have been named finalists by the Oklahoma Electric Cooperative in its 2026 Youth Tour contest. These students are entering the final stage for a chance to win one of four all-expenses-paid trips to Washington, D.C. next summer.
The finalists are Kaylee Lore of Newcastle High School, Kolbi Scroggins of Tuttle High School, Raegan Boles of Verden High School, Emily Hufhines of Epic Charter School, Ainsley Cook of Mount St. Mary Catholic High School, Taylor Meeks of Amber-Pocasset High School, Tia Peery of Lexington High School and Sebastian Smith of Norman High School.
“These essays were exceptional,” said Carrie Koesler, OEC community outreach associate. "One essay opened with the soft light filtering through the windows of a pre-dawn barn, perfectly capturing the essence of how the cooperative powers the start of their day. The students shared meaningful, creative stories about how their cooperative impacts their daily lives, and narrowing it down to eight finalists was no easy task. The competition this year is going to be fierce.”
The students advanced after submitting essays on the topic, "Powering My Day: How My Electric Cooperative Fuels My Life." Judges
evaluated each submission based on creativity, cooperative insight and writing craft before selecting the eight finalists.
Each finalist will deliver their essay in speech form at the 2026 Youth Tour Banquet before a panel of judges, who will select the four students who will represent OEC on the national stage. Parents, teachers and peers will also be in attendance. *At the time of print, the winners were not yet announced. Keep an eye out for them to be announced next month.
The four winners will travel from June 13 to 19, 2026, as part of the Oklahoma delegation on a weeklong leadership and civic education experience in Washington, D.C. During the trip, students will tour historic monuments and museums, visit national landmarks, and meet with members of Oklahoma’s congressional delegation during Capitol Hill Day. Youth Tour participants also participate in leadership development activities and form friendships with student leaders from across Oklahoma and the nation. More than 2,000 students representing electric cooperatives nationwide attend the program each year.
On a sweltering summer day in 1957, U.S. Sen. Lyndon B. Johnson rose before cooperative leaders with
a bold challenge: allow rural students to see their government in action. This pivotal moment sparked the beginning of the Youth Tour program. The initiative quickly expanded nationally and remains today as one of the most well-known youth leadership programs supported by electric cooperatives.
OEC annually sponsors four high school juniors from within its service territory to participate in the Youth Tour. The cooperative’s contest typically draws strong interest from students seeking leadership opportunities, professional growth and exposure to civic engagement at the national level.
OEC, founded in 1937, has a long-standing mission to enhance its members' quality of life through dependable electric and broadband services, as well as innovative energy programs and strong community partnerships. Dedicated to developing future leaders, the Youth Tour program remains one of the cooperative's most anticipated youth initiatives, attracting students from across OEC’s service territory and emphasizing leadership, public speaking and civic engagement. Looking ahead, OEC is focused on expanding broadband and implementing new initiatives that continue to empower communities and foster growth.
Change Makes Change
OEC Foundation board grants $87,050 to local organizations, families
In December 2025, the OEC Foundation board of directors approved $87,050 in grants to support local organizations and individuals. Funded by thousands of OEC members who voluntarily round up their electric bills to the nearest dollar, these grants are part of Operation Round Up (ORU), a program focused on improving lives through direct community investment. 2206300500
DECEMBER BENEFICIARIES
ORU grants aim to foster a positive impact by enhancing community well-being through various programs and services. This round of grants supported Christmas programs, youth services, disaster response, oral health outreach and other community needs. Here’s how the funds were distributed:
ORGANIZATIONS
• Picks Promise – $10,000: Provides each child on the program’s list with clothing essentials and two gift items.
• Neighborhood Services Organization – $10,000: Supports the Oral Health Outreach Program.
• Not Your Average Joe – $5,000: Funds adaptive equipment that automates grinding, dosing and tamping to remove physical barriers for employees.
OEC Foundation, Inc. Board of Directors
Vickie Gray, President
Brandy Everett, Vice President
Pat Ragsdale, Sec/Treasurer
Alan Davenport, Past President
Jacob Smith
Donna McCrory
James Chappell
Betty Allen
• Crossroads Youth and Family Services – $10,000: Supports educational experiences, additional needs and the summer life skills program.
• Frontline Family Solutions – $10,000: Provides Christmas gifts and food baskets in McClain and south Cleveland Counties.
• Grady County Foster Care – $2,500: Provides Christmas presents and essential items for foster children.
• Pauls M. and Bob D. Magarian Norman Christmas Day Community Dinner Foundation, Inc. – $10,000: Supports the 39th Annual Christmas Day Dinner as the organization faces higher costs and increased community need.
• Autism Foundation of Oklahoma – $6,500: Covers venue rentals, admission and activity fees, meals, materials and participation in community events.
• OKC Metro Alliance – $5,000: Assists individuals with recovery resources and alternatives to incarceration.
• American Red Cross – $10,000: Supports disaster response and recovery efforts across local communities.
• Little Read Wagon – $2,000: Purchases 400 new picture books for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten readers at four Head Start locations.
INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE
• Christmas gifts
• Mattresses and bedding for four households
• Three pairs of prescription glasses
• Two dental or denture assistance cases
HOW IT WORKS
Roughly 80% of OEC members participate in ORU, contributing an average of $6 per year. Because of you, these small, voluntary donations add up to meaningful support for programs related to health, safety, education, and quality of life. This incredible impact is a testament to the generosity and community spirit of our members.
Every application is reviewed by a nine-member board of the OEC Foundation to ensure that funds are allocated to efforts that have a lasting impact. Since the program began 32 years ago, ORU has distributed over $5 million in support of food, shelter, medical care, education and more.
NEXT GRANT CYCLE
The next deadline to apply for ORU grants is March 23, with decisions to be made at the April 2 board meeting. Apply at okcoop.org/oru
For more information or to apply, contact Carrie Koesler at ORU@okcoop.org or call (405) 217-6726. Together, we power brighter communities.
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From energy efficiency to community updates, we're talking about the things that matter most to you.
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AUTOS, PARTS & ACCESSORIES
• Will pick up automobiles running or not. 651-9112.
• ‘08 Dodge Dakota; 65,000 mi; well maintained, records available; good tires; Newcastle; Mornings 10-Noon, Evenings 3-8pm $7900 OBO. 910-574-2932.
• ‘81 Chevrolet Silverado 3/4 ton single cab 4x4 with rebuilt engine, been sitting, not running, must be towed, $5000. 446-5825.
• Perfect project vehicle: ‘89 S-15 GMC Jimmy 4x4, not running but has a strong engine, transmission, and differentials $500. 708-9177.
• ‘96 Corvette 350 LT-1 automatic 127k miles white with black interior and has targa top $10,000 OBO. 226-4095.
FARM & EQUIPMENT
• Ariens 46-inch lawn tractor in Tuttle; Owned since new; selling because now use Toro ZTM; Excellent condition and always garaged $650. 972-658-4080.
FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES
• Solid wood traditional 70” long dresser with mirror, matching large 62” tall armoire and nightstand $425 obo; plus manual wheelchair $175 obo I can text pictures. 213-7857.
• Ashley Wood burning stove Used 2 winters everything you need to hook up and use $750; Cash and carry. (940) 393-5337.
• Jewel Enterprise wood cook stove with warming oven & water closet 300 00, Blue Ox tow bar $100.808-5321.
HAY & FIREWOOD
• Seasoned Firewood FOR SALE Post Oak & Pecan $100 per rick PICK UP ONLY Noble. 834-6323.
• Firewood for Sale: Oak/ blackjack seasoned and split; Starting at $110 can deliver for a fee; in Lexington. 822-0125.
• Firewood oak Hackberry, Pecan; in Lexington $110 per Rick; delivery extra. 808-5568.
• Bermuda hay, horse quality, sprayed & fertilized; small square $10 per bale; round $60 per bale; Northwest Chickasha. 459-6543 or 574-5571.
• 2025 Season Round Bales; Bermuda/Mixed Grass; 4x5 Net Wrapped; Sprayed; NE Purcell Area; $40-60 Per Bale. 627-3920.
• Small square Bermuda grass hay in 21 bale bundles, sprayed and fertilized, located in East Norman. 850-1005.
• Seasoned split oak firewood, two and one-half ricks for $200, you pick up. 292-7709.
LIVESTOCK & PETS
• Adult Hybrid laying ducks 2 to 4 years old $12 each: Twin bunk bed with stairs and storage $350. 872-8541.
• Two extra-large dogloos and two automatic dog feeders $20 each item. 872-5445.
• 2 sugar gliders, cage, accessories $200. 496-8737.
• 22 sugar gliders, cage and accessories, elderly disabled lady unable to care for them properly, so daughter has been taking care of elderly mother and pets, our loss your gain. 496-8737.
• Havamalt Puppies (Havanese x Maltese), hypoallergenic & nonshedding, should mature under 10 lbs, wonderful dispositions, raised in our home, find us on Facebook at Joyful Havamalts, $1,000-$1,400; Lexington, OK. 740-9218.
• Yorkies F 2 Babies Small, Friendly, vet record, puppy package with pop up kennel, pad soft side carrier. 824-9674.
MISCELLANEOUS
• 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. 779-5362.
• Stump Grinding: competitive prices, shrubs & some tree removal, call Danny. 779-5362
• Private individual interested in buying small or very small oil & gas royalties or mineral rights in Oklahoma. 802-4227.
• For Sale: 4 cemetery plots Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens $3,000 ea + transfer fee 8701 NW Expressway OKC. 640-8607.
• I have several firearms, Inline Blackpower, 3030,3006,sks,22,can send list all in new like condition. 596-9970.
• BEEF for sale, we offer Custom packages, Ground Beef, 1/4s, 1/2s & Wholes, Quality, Taste & Convenience, located in West Norman. 850-6652 or 802-3327.
• Resthaven Memorial Gardens, 3 SxS lots, Space’s 1,2,3 Lot 638 Section 30; Garden Of Serenity, 3250K each sold separately or 9000K sold together, OBO, seller to pay transfer fees; (This is savings of over 4800K). 760-5883.
• Lump charcoal, biochar, firewood rick or bundles, pecan smoker wood, also wood ash, native red pottery clay, HWY 9 near T-bird lake. 615-1114.
• WANTED: 357 magnum double action revolver with 6-inch barrel, fixed sights, and small handle. 320-0477.
• Free Pool, 36-foot Diamond Crest above ground, damaged metal ring, can be rebuilt to 30foot diameter. 447-9068.
• Burn Barrel’s $10 each with or without the top cut out of them; Barrels with vent holes drilled $15 each; Blanchard area. 306-6974.
• KFOR FX -9rp automatic pistol, 2 - 17 round clips, New in Box, $475. 620-5238.
• Kubota Zero Turn Mower ZG227 HST, low hours, 54 inch pro deck, good turf tires, foldable ROPS, gas, 27 hp, extra blades, recent service, $4,950. 802-4227.
• Wool India Rug 12’ x 15’ Black / Beige, Good condition, heavy! New price was $7K; Location: Newcastle Asking $900 obo. 520-9480.
• Taurus GX4 Toro 9mm and Bersa Thunder 22 never fired; text only can send pictures. 922 3729.
• MC riding chaps, jacket with liner, $150 for both. 831-3766.
• KFOR FX 9rp, 2-17 round clips, nib, $475; 12x6 flatbed utility trailer, w ramp, good floor, spare, good tires, led lights,$1750. 620-5238.
• Buzzaroud LX GB119 Luxury Travel Scooter; Used once; 375 lb weight capacity; up to 18 mile battery range; includes mobility carrier ramp with hitch; available is a swing out arm for more convenience with the ramp; Paid over $3000, will take $1000 cash for all. 406-3559.
• Matthews Solo Cam Compound Bow with Trophy Ridge Sights, complete with case, stabilizers, attachable Quiver, 17 Arrows, Broad Heads and Target Tips; 30” Draw Length, 70# Draw Weight, with a 93 5/8” String Length and 38 5/8” Cable Length; in Purcell, $450. crj1203@yahoo.com or text at 501-915-3517.
• Tobacco Burst Gibson Les Paul Standard w Gibson Case & Fender Champion 600 All Tube Amp - Pristine Condition$1500. 641-7582.
• Two Resthaven Garden Mausoleum Niches; Numbers 9 and 10, asking $4,000 for both; Purchaser pay transfer fee. 469-831-5608.
MOBILE HOMES, RVS & BOATS
• ‘93 Stratos 250 Fishing Boat -Evinrude 48 Outboard, New MinnKota trolling motor, had 5-hour mechanic tune up, new batteries, new lights, new tags $3,850. 485-4340.
REAL ESTATE
• Thinking of selling your home/ acreage? Contact Metro Brokers acreage specialist: To get started, OkRealtySolutions,com/ seller-services; Call/text Teri. 417-1849.
• Property for sale two homes on it; For appointments or questions call Sheila Kelley. 641-6861.
WANTED
• Scrap metal farm equip lawnmower car parts a/c appliances hw tanks bicycles cars/trucks. 863-7492.
• Vintage Barbie dolls which include her family and friends, clothes and accessories, leave message if no answer leave a message and if possible, send pictures. 250-3394.
• Wanted rimfire rifle in 22lr, 17hmr, or 22 wmr If no answer please leave detailed message and I will return call. 546-9912.
• Younger ranching couple Iso ranch of any size to lease, partner on, or lease to purchase; Preferably within 2 hours of Bartlesville (918) 520-5208 or (918) 601-0780.
• Vintage Barbie dolls, includes family and friends, clothes, accessories, doll cases and playsets; Leave message if no answer and if possible, send pictures. 250-3394.
• Wanted: Ham Radio Gear: Radios/Amps/Antennas, Ect; text only. 641-7582.
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.
• American Blinds & Shutters: Off-duty fireman, window treatments for home or business. Free estimates. 245-5502 or 381-2007.
• You dream it, and I can build it: Custom cedar swing sets, forts, playhouses, she sheds, backyard cottages with kitchen and bath, poolhouses, all types of furniture, bookcases, etc. Off duty fireman, 381-2007 or 245-5502.
• Construction & Fabrication: In shop or on site; welding, fabrication, Equipment building and repair; oilfield through New and existing construction, custom work; I’m also looking for used oilfield equipment, like pumps, generators, heat exchangers, air boosters, structural steel, derricks, sub structures, etc. 308-5742.
• Oilfield & Construction Equipment: Fabrication & machine shop equipment and machines, Diesel engines, Pump Drives, Transmissions, Pto’s, etc. 308-5742.
• Annie & Lloyd Tree & Landscape LLC: Certified arborist Tree trimming, planting, removal, landscaping. 314-3607.
• 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. 431-9601.
• Jim’s Painting & Remodeling:interior & exterior wallpaper, popcorn ceiling removal, sheetrock repairs, texture, power washing, deck and fence staining, free estimates, quality work, 20yrs exp erience & insured. 366-0722.
• JL Painting: Commercial & residential sheetrock, wood repairs, custom texturing, interior/exterior, insured, free estimates. 314-0755.
• Sunshine Realty LLC: Rhonda Simmons Broker/Owner, Residential, Commercial, Foreclosures, Short Sales, Property Management, Service buyers/sellers throughout Oklahoma, Active OK Licenses, call/text Rhonda (405) 8080705, #142160 & #175498 or Cody Simmons, 405203-2449, #183016, www. sunshinerealty.realtor.
• 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.
• Alfredo Medina III Construction: All types of quality concrete work at an affordable price, no job too large or small; satisfaction guaranteed, free estimates, 405-664-9820.
• Bowman’s Welding Service: Fences, corrals, entryways, alleyways, ornamental fence, any type of welding, shop or portable. 360-8091 or 990-1084.
• Weld Up Steel Buildings: 30x30x12= 25,836.00, 40x50= 44,920.00, 40x100= 81428.00, Pricing includes concrete one walk dr, and garage dr, 872-0338.
• Bargain Barns: 18x21 stell carport = 1395.00, 12x31 rv cover = 2505.00, 24x31 steel garage = 7710.00, Delivery and installation included, call 872-0338.
• Portable buildings: 8x10 mini barn = 2410.00, 10x16 lofted barn = 4425.00, 12x28 garage = 8710.00, 872-0338.
• Small Excavator: Small tree removal, trenches, stump removal. Call for free estimate. 761-3764.
• Pipe Fence Construction: 40+ year’s experience. 694-8490.
All phone numbers are area code 405 unless otherwise noted
• 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, leave message.
• Clint’s Lawn Care: mowing, weed trimming and edging; 1 to 5 acres. Service area includes Newcastle, Blanchard and Bridge Creek; I’ll treat your lawn just like it’s mine; Veteran owned. Call or text for free quote 229-1046.
• Hetrick Family Dentistry: we’re accepting new patients, we provide service to Chickasaw Tribal members and accept private insurance, call today for an appointment and let our team join you on your journey to a Happy Health Smile. 632-2273.
• Rainbow vacuum repair and service: Call Tommy. 409-4074.
• Tractor Repair: with 50 Years experience, Lexington. 365-7572.
• Pressure Washing: Offering residential & commercial pressure washing, acid washing and fleet washing services. 837-0348.
• Land Services: Acreage and lawn mowing, brush hog, driveways, gravel and dirt work, call for estimate. 365-6875.
• Landscape & Outdoor Projects: Pergolas, decks, outdoor kitchens, pavilions, cedar fencing, landscape design, landscape lighting, pizza ovens, outdoor fireplaces and firepits, landscape lighting, patio extensions, pergola staining, she sheds, 30 years serving rural Oklahoma, free estimates. 834-3411.
• I repair mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, and most small engines: honest work and fair prices. 740-6223.
• Horse Training in Goldsby Oklahoma: From unbroke to ridable, and actually FUN to ride. Far more time spent with each horse than the industry standard. $800 month. Call or text (970) 360-9513.
• HOA is looking for a Handyman for cleaning out bar ditch: Loaded with wood, metal, mulch and tires: Will need truck and trailer to hauled off to dump: Contact 436-0884 for location and a written quote must be provided.
• Protect Your Memories: Four Leaf Memories can digitize & preserve your photos, photo books, scrapbooks, slides, DVDs/video, memorabilia, recipes and more. Local pickup and dropoff, no sending in the mail. Also offering photo book and slide show creation services for special occasions, yearly review, memorials, pets and more. Call 635-5613 or visit fourleafmemories.com.
• Estate Cleanup: Clean Up & Haul Off Trash, Storm & Other Debris from properties & building interiors; tree removal; Call Jerry Richardson 405-8500577 for a Neatly Completed Professional job; Insured; References.
TRACK YOUR POWER OUTAGE
We’ve got your back when the power goes out. OEC will automatically text you when we detect an electric outage in your area—keeping you informed every step of the way.
Not receiving texts? Double-check that your mobile number is up-to-date in the MyOEC mobile app or web portal under Settings > Contact Methods. To report an Issue with your fiber service, call (405) 217-6868 to reach our 24/7 technical support.
Stay connected. Stay informed.
WHITE CHEDDAR MAC & CHEESE
Ingredients
1 package (16 ounces) small pasta shells
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 cups 2% milk
2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese 2 cups shredded Manchego or additional white cheddar cheese
Directions
1. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to pot.
2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and seasonings until smooth; gradually whisk in milk.
3. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 6-8 minutes.
4. Remove from heat; stir in cheeses until melted. Add to pasta; toss to coat. via tasteofhome.com
Data collected from Western Farmers Electric Cooperative reflects generation during October 2025.
To view real-time generation output and environmental benefits of OEC's Solar Garden, visit link.okcoop.org/solar. Visit link.okcoop.org/solar-garden-tours to tour OEC's Solar Garden, located at Interstate 35 and Highway 77 in Norman.
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