Honoring Bluebonnet's veterans
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative honors Veterans Day, Nov. 11, with gratitude for the men and women who have worn the uniforms of our nation. This year, we recognize 24 employees who served in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Army National Guard. Their call to duty took them across the U.S. and overseas, and today they continue that commitment by providing safe, reliable electricity to more than 105,000 Bluebonnet members in 14 Central Texas counties.
Veterans from the Bluebonnet region share memories of service, sacrifice and returning to Texas
Story by Sara Abrego
Photos by Sarah Beal
Their stories continue long after their time in uniform.
On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, we honor the men and women of the Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative service area who served their country. They are neighbors, business owners, volunteers and mentors who carry their experiences from faraway posts into Central Texas life.
Farm Safety Week, year-round awareness
Farm Safety and Health Week is Sept. 21–27, a time to recognize the importance of safety in agriculture and raise awareness about the hazards farmers face every day. While this designated week serves as an important reminder, safety on the farm should be a year-round priority.
Have fun and stay safe with these Halloween tips
For little ghosts, glittering princesses and small superheroes, Halloween is a thrilling night of make-believe and spooky fun. But during the sugar-fueled race to the next porch, safety is paramount. Keep the magic alive with planning, parental supervision, eagle eyes and some essential items. Then the night can end with treats, not trouble.
Director Jurk earns NRECA Gold credential
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative Board member Russell Jurk earned a Director Gold credential from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, which represents more than 900 of the nation’s electric cooperatives. Jurk has served as a Bluebonnet director from District 4, Lee, Milam and Williamson counties, since 2011.
Whether you’re buying feed, farming cattle or just flipping a light switch, you’re benefiting from a member-owned cooperative
By Addie Broyles
You know Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative as the company that keeps your lights on. Other cooperatives in the Bluebonnet territory are flipping switches of their own — in ways you might not expect.
Every time an item is purchased at the Burleson County Co-op Store in Caldwell, it’s not just a sale. It’s a return on the investment its members paid to own a stake in the feed store.
SCAM ALERT! Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative members have reported a recent increase in attempted phone scams.
These fraudulent activities include scammers posing as Bluebonnet representatives over the phone, claiming member accounts are past due, threatening same-day disconnection and asking for immediate payment. The fraudulent calls are coming from 512-521-3002, and the scammers direct members to call 888-216-3973 to make a payment.
Bluebonnet-area farmers combine their instincts and experience with apps, artificial intelligence, data, drones and advanced equipment to yield better crops and more efficient care for cattle
Story by Addie Broyles * Photos by Sarah Beal
As farming technology advances, Emory Thomas looks forward to the future. He also wants to keep driving his truck.
Lesson No. 1:
As classrooms reopen and routines return, it’s time for a back-to-school refresher on safety — at the bus stop and on the road
Prepare for the first bus ride
Riding the bus is a big step, especially for young students. To help your child feel prepared, walk or drive the school route together. Go over the family’s morning routines. Review these important reminders with your child: