MAY 2017 • VOLUME 69/NUMBER 5


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OAEC 75th Anniversary Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives celebrates milestone


Guardians of the Grid Young linemen fi nd ‘life on the lines’ to be challenging and rewarding


16 Be Prepared


Practical tips to help your family prepare for disasters


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Pocket-sized Preparedness Apps to keep you safe on the go


Tiny Paws, Big Heart Co-op member opens state’s fi rst neonatal kitten rescue


Mom’s Best Recipe Winners revealed!


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On the Cover Michael Muller is an apprentice lineman -


construction for East Central Oklahoma Electric Cooperative based in Oklmulgee, Oklahoma.


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Commentary Powerful Living This ‘N’ That Oklahoma Events Oklahoma Tech Oklahoma Health Prairie Flavors Trading Post Okie Snaps


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