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Now that we have your attention with E-link, get connected with our other forms of social media!
Here's what you will learn about:
- Co-op Connections Card Business of the week
- Energy saving tips
- GreyStone News
- GreyStone Programs and Services
- 'How To' videos to help manage your energy usage.
- And more!!!
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Fun Fact of the Day
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DID YOU KNOW?
The tradition of putting tangerines in stockings comes from 12th-century French nuns who left socks full of fruit, nuts and tangerines at the houses of the poor.
Source: FunFactz.com.
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We hope you have found this information both useful and informative. Stay tuned each month as we introduce new information to you while having a little fun in the process. Let us know what you think. Send us your suggestions and we will see how we can include them in E-Link.
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E-Link Editor
Public Relations & Communications Specialist
GreyStone Power
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Happy-Merry-Ho-Ho!
The Holiday Season is here!
Let the last minute holiday shopping begin while Christmas music fills the air. For elves like myself, this is the best time of the year! But not everyone shares the same joy for the season. Times are tough as many families are still out of work, wondering how they are going to make ends meet, much less provide Christmas for their families.
This season, I would like to challenge you to extend grace where needed and be as generous as you can. Find a need through your church, school system or local charity and fulfill it. Even in hard times, there is always something to be thankful for. Together we can remind others in need that hope is there. |
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Have you thought about what you are you thankful for
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 ARE YOU PREPARED THIS HOLIDAY SEASON?
'Tis the season for house lights and Christmas trees! As pretty as both of these can be, they both carry their own set of hazards.
Here's a couple of helpful hints to keep in mind while you are preparing for the festive season:
- Be sure to choose flame resistant or retardant decorations.
- Keep lit candles away from decorations and other things that can burn.
- Do not use any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections.
- Connect no more than three strands of mini light sets and a maximum of 50 bulbs for screw-in bulbs. See manufacturer's instructions for LED strands.
- Make sure your tree is placed at least three feet away from any heat source (fireplace, radiator, candle, heat vent or light) and is not blocking an exit.
- Be sure to add water to the tree stand daily.
- Always turn off Christmas tree lights before leaving home or going to bed.
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New Improved Services Are Coming! |
 In an effort to offer our members faster and more efficient service, we are undergoing some exciting changes that will take effect in early 2011.
As the conversion rolls out, you will begin to see a new look on your bill. It will be easier to read with more information about your electricity usage. Multiple bills may be consolidated into just one, and new account numbers will be assigned to all members.
To help you transition smoothly, bank draft and credit card draft members will need to re-enroll with your new account number to set up draft payments, which will carry no fee. Through FiServ, GreyStone's new payment processor, new convenience charges will apply to E-check and debit/credit card transactions. To find out more about the fee changes and other great enhancements, check out the Reaching New Heights pamphlet. |
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Co-op Connections Card offers Holiday discounts! | |
Save money this season by shopping at one of our valued Co-op Connections Card Businesses! Simply show your card and receive the discount!
Here's a sample of some of our participating retailers:
- Ann's Florist, Douglasville - 10% off all purchases.
- Campbell Card Company, Austell - Greeting cards, two for $1.
- Edible Arrangements, Douglasville - 10% off all merchandise.
- Prestige Jewelers, Hiram - 10% off purchase or repairs. No other discounts apply.
- Douglasville Retail Meat & Smokehouse, Acworth - 10% off purchase of $50 or more.
- The Shipping Center, Hiram - $5 off UPS and FedEx shipping, minimum $10 per order.
- And hundreds more!
Be sure to visit connections.coop to see the latest discounts in your area, as well as nationally. You can even download coupons for your next grocery visit or get $10 off your purchase of $60 or more at Rack Room Shoes for your holiday shopping!
Don't have a card? Conact us today! It's simple and FREE!
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Our Energy. Our Future. | |
In the next few years we could find ourselves waking up one morning to no power. It is estimated that we will need 30 percent more electricity in our country than we have the ability to produce.
There have been many debates and legislative acts presented in Congress to address the power crisis. Did you know you have a voice that counts?
Demand for energy is increasing. As demand increases, so can cost. It's time to use your voice to let your elected officials know how you feel. Join the conversation today!
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Time To Brag |
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WHO CAN YOU GIVE
A KUDOS TO?
Do you know someone that deserves a little bit of bragging? Well, here's your chance! Share your story with us and give that special someone their bragging rights!
We want to know what great things members are doing in our community! Send us your story along with your name and phone number [for questions and verification purposes] to: amanda.busby@greystonepower.com.
You may also write to Amanda Busby, E-Link Editor:
Public Relations & Communications Dept./E-Link
P.O. Box 897
Douglasville, Georgia 30134
*Disclaimer: Stories will be reviewed and randomly selected for distribution. Phone numbers must be provided for verification purposes. |
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