July 2026 Newsletter

811 logo with a shovel icon beneath the numbers “811” and the message: “Know what’s below. Call before you dig.” The graphic promotes contacting 811 before starting any digging project to locate underground utilities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Call 811 Before You Dig: A Simple Step That Prevents Power Outages and Protects Lives

Every excavation project carries the risk of striking underground utility lines. That is why the free 811 "Call Before You Dig" service is such an important safety tool.

 

 

Person seated at a table in a living room, reviewing a paper document while using a laptop computer. A sofa and bookshelves are visible in the background, suggesting a home setting. The image represents managing bills, reviewing utility statements, or handling household finances online.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summer: Take the Heat Off Your Energy Budget

Are you stressed out about higher summer energy bills? Use these simple, low-cost measures to start saving today.

 

 

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Air Conditioning Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

Tired of tossing and turning in a hot, stuffy room? Learn how some simple AC system tweaks can make all the difference at bedtime.

 

 

Modern kitchen with a side-by-side refrigerator featuring a built-in water and ice dispenser. White cabinets, a countertop, sink, and window are visible in the background. A video play button overlay appears in the center of the image, indicating video content about a household appliance or energy use.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Signs You May Need a New Refrigerator

When is the right time to replace your refrigerator? Keep an eye out for these telltale signs of trouble.

 

 

Lightning strikes from a dark thunderstorm cloud above a residential neighborhood at night, illuminating the sky over several homes and highlighting the potential dangers of severe weather and electrical storms.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do You Have the Right Power Protection for Your Devices?

Are your computers and other electronic devices adequately protected from electrical disturbances?