2006 News Story Archive

Here is a collection of archived Cobb EMC news-related stories for 2006. Please take a moment to read them.

Use Holiday Lights Safely
	At pennies a day to power them, holiday lights are an economical way to brighten the holidays, but enjoy the bright lights safely. Remember these tips when decorating with lights . . . more
Cobb EMC Donates Trucks To Youth Challenge Academy
	Cobb Electric Membership Corporation (Cobb EMC) recently donated two 1999 GMC Sierra pick-up trucks to the Georgia National Guard Youth Challenge Academy (YCA). The Academy provides at-risk youth with . . . more
Cobb EMC Supports GHSA State Championship
	For the eighth consecutive year, Georgia's EMCs, including Cobb EMC, are continuing their corporate sponsorship of the Georgia High School Association (GHSA). Included in the sponsorship are Coaches' Corner . . . more
Clean the Turkey, Clean the Oven
	More fires occur between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day than at any other time of the year—and half of them start in the kitchen. At Cobb EMC, we want your holidays to be as safe as they are happy. Please keep . . . more
If Your Power Goes Out
	If your power is interrupted, check your breakers or fuses. Then, call your neighbors to determine if other homes are without power. This will help determine if the outage is in your home or in the power lines . . . more
Light Up Your Yard for a Safe and Fun Halloween
	Get ready for Halloween visits from your neighborhood's little ghosts and goblins. Make your home a safe place for trick-or-treaters. Some tips: Turn on all of your outdoor lights. Be sure paths and . . . more
Cobb EMC Linemen Lasso in Awards
	There's nothing easy about climbing a 40-foot pole. Add 30 pounds of safety gear to the climber's back, and the pressure of reaching the top in less than 15 seconds, and you'll find a typical Cobb EMC lineman . . . more
Mentoring Makes a Difference
	At the beginning of each school year, many Cobb Energy employees are paired with students at Allatoona Elementary in Bartow County and Timber Ridge Elementary in Cobb County. The students benefit from the guidance and compassion that the employees provide and . . . more
Efficient Computer Operation
	If you have a home computer, your family may spend hours a day doing homework, checking e-mail, or surfing the Web. Though computer equipment uses less electrical energy than many other home appliances, there are a few things you can do to reduce your computer's . . . more
Cobb EMC Salutes Public Safety Personnel
	Every day they put their own lives at risk to ensure that citizens of Cobb County are safe. They are the law enforcement and rescue personnel who work hard to protect and serve, creating a safe place for Cobb County citizens to live and play . . . more
Cobb EMC To Hold Annual Membership Meeting
	Cobb Electric Membership Corporation is celebrating 68 years of service by holding its annual meeting of the membership on Thursday, September 7, 2006. Cobb EMC serves members in Cobb, Bartow, Cherokee, Fulton and Paulding counties in the North Metro . . . more
Youth Tour Winner Works at Cobb EMC as Summer Intern
	Jessica Whitaker, a senior at Sprayberry High School in Marietta, had a different summer experience than the average high school student. Jessica's summer plans took a dramatic turn after she was awarded third place in Cobb EMC's Youth Tour contest, held . . . more
School Bus Safety Rules
	For some 22 million students nationwide, the school day begins and ends with a trip on a school bus. Unfortunately, each year many children are injured and several are killed in school bus incidents. School bus related crashes killed 164 persons and injured . . . more
Prepare for a Heat Wave!
	Your home and appliances aren't the only ones vulnerable to hot days. Some tips from the American Red Cross: Dress right. Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and a hat to block the sun (or carry an umbrella). . . . more
Going on vacation? Don't invite mold to house-sit
	Think you can save a few bucks by turning off the air conditioner at home while your family takes a long summer vacation? You could be surprised by smelly, unhealthy mold and mildew when you get back. . . . more
Keep old A/C system working well
	A central air conditioning system can last 15 years --- and remain efficient -- if you maintain it properly. Clean the outside compressor with a hose, and vacuum vents and replace filters every month during the summer to maximize airflow and help the air system operate efficiently . . . more
Attic insulation: A must for any season
	The insulation in your attic not only keeps winter's icy fingers from reaching into your attic, it keeps hot air out during the summer. A poorly insulated attic wastes energy, which can raise your utility bills. If the insulation in your attic measures less than 6 inches thick . . . more
Cobb EMC Web site launches new look, enhanced features
	This spring, the new Cobb EMC Web site takes on a completely new look and now offers many exciting new features. With the click of a mouse, Cobb EMC members can access their account information, complete an energy audit, email their questions and . . . more
Co-ops assist with Katrina relief, send crews
	Thousands of people in the Gulf Coast recently faced the unthinkable: deceased, missing and displaced family members; destroyed homes; and injured or missing pets. Adding to the misery, they were stripped of basic needs like food, water and shelter . . . more