OREMC Honored for No Lost Time Incidents
OREMC was recently recognized for one year without a lost time injury in the workplace or in the field, an impressive accomplishment given the complexity and inherent dangers of working with electricity in the utility industry.
OREMC Provides Teachers Lessons in Power
OREMC hosted four Glynn County educators over two days in October, immersing them in the day-to-day operations and getting to know the people behind the power. From a ride in a bucket, feeling the weight of the lineworker’s utility belt, being briefed on the “big screen” in the Control Center and seeing a demonstration of a self-healing electric system of the future, the educators quickly realized there was more to electricity than simply flipping a switch. This was the third year OREMC has participated in the Glynn County Teacher Externship Program as a host site.
It's Electric!
No, we aren’t talking about the always popular, floor filling, line dance. Rather, the statement is in reference to the four new electric school buses that have become part of the Charlton County School District fleet.
Quilt Raffle to Benefit Pinky Promise
OREMC is holding a quilt raffle through the month of October. All proceeds from the raffle will benefit the Pinky Promise Foundation in Callahan, Florida, a cancer resource center for women. Raffle tickets are $5 each for the Cozy Cottage quilted wall hanging.
Bidding for OREMC’s Online Vehicle Auction Now Open
Working with JJ Kane Auctioneers, Okefenoke REMC is auctioning off retired fleet vehicles including two bucket trucks, two digger derrick trucks and two small buckets. The auction is online and bidding is open. Interested bidders can view vehicles and place bids at www.jjkane.com/promotions/okefenoke-rural-electric-membership-cooperative/.
Installing Comfort and Convenience
Jeff Padilla of Kingsland was on the OREMC website looking at billing options earlier this year, when he noticed the slider promoting the home generator program offered in partnership with GRESCO. Here he shares his experience in getting his new Generac generator from call to install.
OREMC Holds 85th Annual Meeting
OREMC celebrated its 85th Annual Meeting on Saturday, September 14 with 485 registered members in attendance. Members were invited to take refreshments, visit information tables and enjoy entertainment provided by Darowyn Lee. The meeting was called to order at 10 a.m. with presentations by Board President Wayne Combs and General Manager John Middleton.
Celebrating 85 Years of Service at Annual Meeting
The 85th Annual Meeting of Members will be held on Saturday, September 14 at the Brantley County High School, Highway 82 West, Nahunta. This is your opportunity to meet and mingle with your elected Board of Directors, the leadership team and employees, as well as learn about OREMC programs, initiatives and business updates.
" What OREMC Means to Me" Art Contest
OREMC is celebrating its 85th birthday in 2024 and is inviting its youngest members to join in the fun with an art contest. This is a chance for children to reflect on how electricity powers their lives every day, electrical safety, to honor lineworkers who restore power and/or maybe inspire them to work for OREMC one day. Winners in each age group get four tickets to the Jacksonville Jaguars October 6 game.
OREMC Golf Tournament Raises $23,000 for Cancer Care
Just six months after hosting its 2023 Golf Tournament and donating a record-breaking $25,000 to the Southeast Cancer Unit, Inc., OREMC moved the annual event back to spring and held its 2024 Golf Tournament in April. The tournament raised another $23,000 for the Southeast Cancer Unit. These funds will directly benefit cancer patients undergoing treatment in Brantley, Pierce and Ware counties with medical and travel expenses related to their care.
