Why Community Involvement Matters (And Why You Should Grab Coffee with Us!)

The Power of Partnership: Serving families at the Ronald McDonald House

Serving our members goes beyond providing reliable energy. It's about showing up for our community. Join us as we chat with Sha Phillips with Kentucky's Touchstone Energy Cooperatives about our hands-on work with the Ronald McDonald House. We dive into our seasonal volunteer traditions, from spring cleaning and holiday decorating, and sharing the heart behind why we've committed to supporting this incredible organization. If you're interested in giving to the Ronald McDonald Houses, check out the links below:  Louisville Ronald McDonald House  [https://rmhc-kentuckiana.org/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=837473404&gclid=Cj0KCQjw4a3OBhCHARIsAChaqJOLP9tnRn6EaHdUzYTTh68fag5Tbc4_FNIPKO3Rf5tgc-mPT2tO-aAaAjfLEALw_wcB] Lexington Ronald McDonald House  [https://rmhclexington.com/]

Why Community Involvement Matters (And Why You Should Grab Coffee with Us!)

In this episode, we're joined by Nicole Randall, a local community leader, author, and marketing professional at SCRTC. Nicole has a wealth of experience in bringing people together, and today she's sharing why getting involved is the so important for your community, career, and personal growth.  We also dive into the details of our upcoming joint event, Coffee with the Co-ops - a morning dedicated to open conversation and great local coffee with our leadership teams.  We want to hear from you! Our next Coffee with the Co-ops event is March 10th from 7-9AM at The Hive Coffee and Bakehouse.  If you're interested in purchasing Nicole's book, Don't Waste Your Journey, you can do so here: https://a.co/d/05PMuh0j [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazljemVRVkhYMThuNWlyanlDVVlVZDBlM1M2QXxBQ3Jtc0tta3VFd1BqdzA0MXgzTUFCNV81VjBUdUlORG1wTWZtVEFUWGhkaHZCYm1iWURPdFpfU0RQWjhCZ2dFNGREejZOZl9hTnJURWZpV1NjUzdaUHZmbVZrNHY0TFdkMW1EcU9JNVYtMXAydmJBNGl3TjMwNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fa.co%2Fd%2F05PMuh0j&v=v1XxpkVdrTw]

Love is in the Air: How did we fall in love with the co-op?

To celebrate Valentine's Day, we're highlighting the very heart of our co-op: our employees! In this special episode, we talk to several of our team members to hear their "meet-cute" stories with Farmers RECC. Whether you're an industry veteran or just curious about the people behind the power, tune in for a heartwarming look at the people and things that keep us coming in. It's more than a job - it's a love story in the making! Note: We recommend watching this episode on our YouTube channel so you can see the faces behind the co-op and watch our blooper reel at the end! Access the episode here, Powering The Good Valentine's Edition [https://youtu.be/VfLe_5E6oMc?si=ktGEBIyDbuTcSFmB]

Balancing the Lines: Power, Fire, and Farming

In this episode, Caralyne talks with Chad Thompson, a service technician at Farmers RECC and volunteer firefighter. Chad shares the surprising similarities between linework and firefighting and opens up about how he juggles these two critical roles while managing life on the farm. From storm response to fire calls, Chad is a testament to our Cooperative principle "Commitment to Community" and embodies the dedication and resilience of the cooperative spirit.

The Power of Washington Youth Tour: A former student's Washington D.C. Experience

This month, we caught up with former Washington Youth Tour delegate, Emma Sanders, to discuss the opportunities and connections she gained through the program.  Emma offers an inside look at her experience, from her time at the Frankfort Youth Tour learning about state government, to her week-long trip in Washington D.C., and updates us on how those experiences are informing her studies at Lindsey Wilson University.  Know a high school junior and Farmers RECC member that is interested in applying for Youth Tour? Applications are available now through December 31st at www.farmersrecc.com/wyt [http://www.farmersrecc.com/wyt].