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Ray Nixon Power Plant.

Lawmakers announce new legislation aimed at Nixon's coal retirement

If passed, the bill extends the deadline to find affordable and reliable replacement power supplies for the coal-fired unit at the Ray... If passed, the bill extends the deadline to find affordable and reliable...

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We’re leading the way in damage prevention

Our Damage Prevention Program is crucial. Our goal? To prevent damage to utility lines—be it natural gas, electric, water or wastewater. Our Damage Prevention Program is crucial. Our goal? To prevent damage to...

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New year, new (increased) rebates

If you’re thinking about upgrading appliances in your home, it has literally never been a better time to consider making a change. If you’re thinking about upgrading appliances in your home, it has literally...

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We're prepared for a hot summer, here’s how you can do the same

We recognize that a helpful relationship with our customers is required to ensure a reliable electric grid and manage costs. We recognize that a helpful relationship with our customers is required to...

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Phantom power is tricking your energy use

Standby lights, LED displays and digital clocks on small appliances are signs that energy is sucked by those devices when not in use. Standby lights, LED displays and digital clocks on small appliances are signs...

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