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January 2023

Scholarships from the South Central Power Company Foundation. High school seniors can apply for one of four scholarship categories. $$ Visit our website to learn more. Deadline is Feb. 1. $$

High School juniors! Interested in a life-changing leadership experience in Washington, D.C.? What is Youth Tour? Youth Tour is an annual leadership program sponsored by South Central Power Company. It’s a weeklong, all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., that gives exceptional high school students the opportunity to meet with their congressional leaders at the U.S. Capitol, make new friends from across the state and country, and see many of the famous Washington sights. For more information and to apply, visit www.southcentralpower.com/ community/youth-tour/.

December 2022

Scholarships from South Central Power Company Foundation. High school seniors can apply for one of four scholarship categories. $$ Visit our website to learn more. Deadline is Feb. 1. $$

Get to know your bill. onsumer Charge Generation & Transmission Distribution Charge This covers some of the costs to maintain our business operations, like the ability to deploy line workers as well as assets like meters, poles, wires and substations. This is the cost to generate your power and deliver it to your neighborhood. The rate is set by Buckeye Power and changes each month based on demand, cost of fuel and environmental controls. This charge covers the cost to bring power to your home or business. It includes the cost of some equipment such as wires, poles and transformers.

November 2022

Check out our app! Pay your bill and report outages faster on our app! Download our FREE app on the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. Search for “South Central” and look for our yellow icon.

KNOW THE SIGNS. #StopScams Slow down Verify Stop Take your time. Scammers pressure customers to act fast. Scammers often pose as the utility. Always verify the info being provided to you matches your latest bill. Utilities never demand immediate payment and do not accept bitcoin, prepaid cards, or third-party payment apps.

October 2022

On a budget? Eliminate the highs and lows of your bill with budget billing. We’ll average your home energy costs over the past 12 months to arrive at your monthly “budget payment amount.” Visit southcentralpower.com > My account > Budget Billing for more info.

Ways to report outages: OUTAGE ALERTS What could be easier than sending a text message -- OUT -- to report an outage? And get a restoration estimate when texting STATUS? Enroll by texting SCPOPTIN to 85700 and follow the prompts. Message and data rates may apply. SOUTH CENTRAL APP Have more details to send than just reporting your power is out? You can add comments when you report an outage on the South Central app. Download from your app store - just search for “South Central” and look for our yellow icon.

September 2022

Capital Credit Reallocation Notice: South Central Power is attempting to locate former members who are eligible for the general retirement of 1997 capital credits. More details, and a list of names and addresses for members with capital credits from 1997, is available on our website during August and September.

Be prepared. Check out our resources at southcentralpower.com/report-an-outage and get started with these six essentials for your 72-hour disaster kit: • First-aid kit, including prescriptions • Nonperishable food • Water: One gallon per day for each member of your household • Flashlight and extra batteries • Sleeping bags/warm blankets • Fully charged cellphone and car or solar charger

August 2022

Capital Credit Reallocation Notice: South Central Power is attempting to locate former members who are eligible for the general retirement of 1997 capital credits. More details, and a list of names and addresses for members with capital credits from 1997, is available on our website during August and September.

This is the ACRE form. If you need assistance with this form, contact us at 800-282-5064.

July 2022

Need to report an outage? Four ways to report: * Report on the South Central app, * Text OUT to 85700 * Call 800-282-5064 * Report on My Account

Save the date. In-person annual meeting. More details on the meeting, including how to RSVP, are available online at southcentralpower.com. August 18, 2022, Ohio University-Lancaster campus, 1570 Granville Pike, Lancastser, OH 43130. Event registration begins at 10 a.m. Business meeting begins at 11 a.m. Lunch provided at 12 p.m.

June 2022

Be sure to update your contact information for your account so we can reach you if we have a planned outage. You can update your info on our app or on My Account on our website. Need help? Contact us at 800-282-5064.

Taking on an outdoor project this year? Be sure to plant the right tree in the right place. Visit southcentralpower.com for more info. Also, be sure to call OUPS to have utilities marked before you pick up that shovel! OHIO811.org.

 

May 2022

ON A BUDGET? Eliminate the highs and lows of your bill with budget billing. We'll average your home energy costs over the past 12 months to arrive at your monthly "budget payment amount." Visit southcentralpower.com > My account > Budget Billing for more info.

Prepare for summer: Summer is just around the corner. Here are three tips to make sure you are prepared for energy efficiency and savings. 1. Make sure your ceiling fans are spinning counterclockwise, which pushes air down and creates a cool breeze. 2. Don't spend your energy dollars outdoors. Seal windows with caulk and install weather stripping around outside doors. 3. Hire a qualified professional to inspect and clean your air conditioning system. This will ensure that they system operates at peak efficiency.

April 2022

811. Know what's below. Call before you dig. Taking on an outdoor project this year? Be sure to call OUPS to have utilities marked before you pick up that shovel! Ohio811.org

The South Central Power nominating committee is looking for potential candidates for its Board of Trustees seats in Districts 2, 6 and 9. To be eligible to serve, you must be a South Central Power member in good standing, currently residing in the district for which you would like to serve, and your name must appear on your bill. Districts 2, 6 and 9 are located in parts of Fairfield, Highland, Hocking, Licking, Muskingum, Perry, Pickaway, Pike, Ross, Scioto and Vinton counties. To learn more and express your interest, visit southcentralpower.com. Applications are due by May 1, 2022.

March 2022

Reporting outages is fast and simple with Outage Alerts! Register by texting SCPOPTIN to 85700 from the primary phone number on your account. Message and data rates may apply.

Please move over! If you see our crews on the road, slow down and pass with caution. Give line workers plenty of room to stay safe and keep the electricity flowing.

February 2022

Go paper free. Stop getting paper bills and sign up to receive an email when your bill is ready to be reviewed, days before you receive it in the mail.

Since it started in 2014, the South Central Power Company Foundation has provided more than $4.3 million to local civic and community organizations, schools, students and more through grants and scholarships using member donations through the Operation Round Up program. In 2021 alone, the foundation awarded $630,000 in grants and scholarships. 2021 Award Distribution: Youth programs 8.1%, Other 2.7%, Education 18.,3%, Scholarships 18.2%, First Responders 16.7%, Human Services 16.2%, Arts & Culture 10.3%, Hunger 9.5%

January 2022

Scholarships from the South Central Power Company Foundation. High school seniors can apply for one of four scholarship categories. Visit our website to learn more. Deadline is Feb. 1.

We've moved! Visit us at our new location at 720 Mill Park Drive in Lancaster!

 

December 2021

Scholarships from the South Central Power Company Foundation. High school seniors can apply for one of four scholarship categories. Visit our website to learn more. Deadline is Feb. 1.

We're moving! Visit us at our new location staring Monday, Dec. 13 at 720 Mil Park Drive, Lancaster, OH 43130. Note: The current Canal Winchester, Circleville and Lancaster locations will close on Dec. 10.

November 2021

Billing Alerts: Set up text alerts for when your bill is ready and don't miss a payment due to mail slowdowns. Sign up on our app.

The more difference there is between the temperature outside and the thermostat setting inside, the harder your heating system will work and the more energy it will use, even if you don't turn the thermostat higher. Track your usage and take the guessword out of your bill with the South Central app., Through detailed graphs, you'll be able to monitor usage 24/7 and track your consumption, finding ways to reduce and save. Download from your app store -- just search for "South Central" and look for our yellow icon.

October 2021

On a budget? Eliminate the highs and lows of your bill with budget billing. We'll average your home energy costs over the past 12 months to arrive at your monthly "budget payment amount." Visit southcentralpower.com > My Account > Budget Billing for more info.

Ways to report outages: Outage Alerts. What could be easier than sending a text message -- OUT -- to report an outage? And get a restoration estimate when texting STATUS? Enroll by texting SCPOPTIN to 85700 and follow the prompts. Message and data rates may apply. South Central App. Have more details to send than just reporting your power is out? You can add comments when you report an outage on the South Central app. Download from your app store -- just search for "South Central" and look for our yellow icon.

September 2021

Be prepared. Build a home emergency kit. Visit www.southcentralpower.com/report-an-outage/disaster-readiness/ for more information.

 

August 2021

Does your bill rise with the temperature outside? For every degree you set your thermostat below 78 in the summer, you could be adding up to 3% to your electric bill. For energy savings calculators and tips, visit southcentralpower.com.

South Central Power is attempting to locate former members who are eligible for the general retirement of 1996 capital credits. A list of names and addresses for members with capital credits from 1996 is available on our website during August and September. If you know individuals or business owners on this list, ask them to notify the cooperative with their current address, or an executor of the estate for those who are deceased. In October, a capital credit general retirement notice will be sent by mail to the last address the cooperative has on file for each of the names listed. This notice is the final contact the co-op will make concerning 1996 capital credits. If South Central Power does not receive a response within

July 2021

Need to report an outage? 4 ways to report: Report on app; text OUT to 85700; call 800-282-5064; report on My Account

Save the Date: South Central Power Company trustees are pleased to announce plans for an in-person annual meeting of the membership this year. RSVP when you cast your ballot online or via U.S. mail. Meeting location moved to Pickaway County Fairgrounds, 415 Lancaster Pike, Circleville, OH 43113. In-Person Annual Meeting. Aug. 19, 2021, 9 a.m. registration begins; 10 a.m. business meeting begins; 11:15 grab-and-go lunch.

June 2021

Set up account: Take time today to set up your online account or download the South Central app. It's easy. Just visit www.southcentralpower.com and click on "My Account" or download the app your your app store (search for "South Central"). You can pay bills, report outages, view usage and update contact info.

Was to save this summer: Don't spend your energy dollars outdoors. Seal windows with caulk and install weather stripping around outside doors. Turn on ceiling fans in occupied rooms. They make your skin feel cooler, reducing the need for air conditioning. Hire a qualified professional to inspect and clean your air conditioning system. This will help ensure that the system operates at peak efficiency.

May 2021

On a budget? Eliminate the highs and lows of your bill with budget billing. We'll average your home energy costs over the past 12 months to arrive at your monthly "budget payment amount." Visit southcentralpower.com / My Account / Budget Billing for more info.

WAYS TO SAVE: Did you know that as temperatures rise, the energy it takes for cooling systems to keep a house feeling comfortable increases as well? Check out these tips to help lower your energy use. Set your thermostat at 78 degrees or to a comfortable setting. Keep window coverings closed during the day. Don't cook with the oven on hot days. Take advantage of daylight and keep lights off. Replace or clean air filters once a month. Replace incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs.

April 2021

Dig This! Taking on an outdoor project this year? Be sure to call OUPS to have utilities marked before you pick up that shovel! Ohio811.org Before You Dig

Ways to report outages: Outage Alerts: What could be easier than sending a text message -- OUT -- to report an outage? And get a restoration estimate when texting STATUS? Enroll by texting SCPOPTIN to 85700 and follow the prompts. Message and data rates may apply. South Central App: Have more details to send than just reporting your power is out? You can add comments when you report an outage on the South Central app. Download from your app store - just search for "South Central" and look for our yellow icon.

 

April 2020

Special Insert –  Insert for members receiving capital credits

September 2019

NewsFlash –  Update contact information, have emergency kit ready

July 2019

NewsFlash –  Annual meeting, security systems July promotion, rebates

May 2019

NewsFlash –  Download our new app, Cool Returns

March 2019

Special Insert –  Member events in March and April

February 2019

Special Insert –  A new look to your bill, My Account