EXTENSION CORD SAFETY: MAKE SMART CONNECTIONS
During the holiday season, families often string together extension cords without a second thought. Unfortunately, all cords are not created equal. Just because an extension cord can reach an outlet...
View ArticleWASH CLOTHES EFFICIENTLY WITHOUT GETTING CAUGHT IN THE SPIN CYCLE
Washing machines perform a fairly simple function - getting dirty clothes clean. Yet prospective buyers today can be overwhelmed with all of the different models and “bells and whistles” available -...
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INNOVATION ALONG CO-OP LINES
When anything that uses electricity is switched on – be it a light bulb, a toaster, or a sprawling factory – a power plant instantaneously steps up to fill the need, moving electricity along a...
View ArticleBALANCING RIGHT-OF-WAY AND NATURE
Trees protect our home from the elements, beautify our neighborhoods, clean our air, and bring color to our lives. But they can also be dangerous. During a storm, even the healthiest trees can fall on...
View ArticleDON'T LET YOUR TV USE ENERGY WHEN YOU'RE NOT WATCHING
You bought an ENERGY STAR-qualified TV to save energy. But there’s even more you can do to boost your TV’s efficiency. Here’s a tip from Mid-South Synergy that can help you save energy—and money. TVs...
View ArticleUPDATED - System Upgrades Complete (November 23, 2010)
UPDATED - As a part of our commitment to look out for you and provide you with dependable electric service, we have completed the system upgrades scheduled today. If you are experiencing any additional...
View ArticleMID-SOUTH SYNERGY'S OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED NOVEMBER 25-26 FOR THANKSGIVING
The management and staff of Mid-South Synergy would like to send out wishes for a great Thanksgiving to our members and their families. The offices of Mid-South Synergy will be closed Thursday and...
View ArticleENERGY EFFICIENT PROJECTS YOU CAN DO IN UNDER AN HOUR
With cooler days ahead, why not take some time now to winterize your home with some quick and easy energy efficient projects you can complete in under an hour. Here are ten ways you can save energy and...
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2010 FOOD FOR FAMILIES FOOD DRIVE A SUCCESS
The 2010 KBTX Food for Families Food Drive was a success, with over 26,000 pounds of food and $18,111 in donations being dropped off yesterday at Mid-South Synergy's office in Navasota and The Kimbro...
View ArticleWINTERIZING TIPS THAT WORK
If you are looking for quick and easy tips to winterize your home, below is a list containing some of the best ways to save energy and money from Touchstone Energy. 1. Get a Furnace Check-Up. While...
View ArticleCOOL OFF YOUR WINTER ENERGY BILL
You’ve budgeted for holiday gifts, meals, maybe a vacation—and with money tight, that doesn’t leave much room for home energy efficiency upgrades. Does that mean you’re powerless to lower your electric...
View ArticleLOOKING OUT FOR YOU
Cooperatives are different from other business you deal with. To tell you the truth, I like being different. And the fact that you’re reading this article shows you like that difference, too. We’re...
View ArticleMONEY SAVING TIP OF THE MONTH
Feel around doors and windows for air flow. Adding weather stripping or caulk around a leaky door or window can lower energy bills by keeping your heating system from working too hard to compensate for...
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FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER - HOME SWEET HOME
Directors and employees at Mid-South Synergy want to see the communities we serve succeed. Why? The answer’s simple: we live here, too. Local people working for local good. That’s the essence of the...
View ArticleFIVE WAYS TO SPRING INTO ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Spring marks a perfect time of year to make your home more energy efficient. Here are five quick tips that will save both energy and money: Seal cracks and gaps around your home. As you...
View ArticleENERGY TIP OF THE MONTH
By replacing your five most-used lightbulbs with ENERGY STAR-qualified bulbs, you could save $70 a year. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
View ArticleNEW APP FOR SAVING MONEY
Forget to bring your Co-op Connections Card with you, but still want the prescription drug discount? No problem, just whip out your phone. The new, free, Co-op Connections app is available for the...
View ArticleBISHOP-CINCINNATI TIE LINE PROJECT
The Bishop-Cincinnati Tie Line Project was Mid-South Synergy’s most noteworthy system improvement project for 2010. The project itself involved the construction and/or renovation of roughly 30 miles of...
View ArticleTHE GROWTH OF CO-OPS
The nation’s population growth is clustered in the South and the West, and that’s a major reason why the electric co-op network continues to expand, even during the recent economic downturn. The number...
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