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Annual Meeting Highlights
Kiamichi Electric Cooperative
966 SW Highway 2 • PO Box 340
Wilburton, Oklahoma 74578
CEO Reports On KEC Progress
Challenges ahead include possibility of higher energy costs
T
wenty-nine cents of every dollar
you pay on your electric bill is used
by Kiamichi Electric Cooperative
(KEC) to cover operating costs. The
remainder goes to the generating plant
that sells electricity to your co-op.
Jim Jackson, KEC CEO, shared these
facts in his report to members at the
KEC Annual Meeting on October 4.
Jackson pointed out that KEC will face
hurdles ahead as new federal regulations
on power plants begin to affect electricity
prices. "The EPA's latest proposal will
change the rules so drastically that they
will shut down cooperative-owned power
plants before their time. In those cases,
there will be stranded costs and guess
who pays for those costs?" Jackson said.
Jackson told members KEC experienced
an 11 percent growth in revenue last
year due to cold weather. That revenue
was offset by a 12 percent increase in
wholesale power costs. KeC financial
standing remains sound, prompting the
board to approve a capital credit refund
of $821,871.54 to co-op members.
Jackson encouraged members to visit the
website www.Action.coop to learn about
the issue and post their comments.
"Financial stability and reliability at low
cost is our constant goal, but those three
items can be hard to mix," Jackson said.
"But we do it, and I'm proud that the
board, employees and our members work
together to make those items mix so well."
Number 9 Community Center won the
grand prize at the KEC Annual Meeting
on October 4. The center will enjoy $600
worth of free electricity, courtesy of
Kiamichi Electric. Congratulations on your
prize, and thank you for attending your
annual meeting!
stop epa from
closing plants
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In the coming months, Jackson said KEC
will move ahead with construction plans for
a new office facility. The board of trustees
approved the plan in July after many
months of review and consideration. The
board approved the decision after pricing
showed it would cost less to build a new
building than to renovate the existing one.
With EPA regulations threatening to
increase future power costs, Jackson
explained how KEC programs can help
members prepare by making their home
more efficient. In partnership with
ClimateMaster, KEC is making geothermal
systems more affordable for members by
financing a large part of the installation
cost. Another KEC program offers free home
energy audits for co-op members, with the
option to finance suggested improvements
through Energy Pioneer Solutions.
"Finding ways to save our members
money is part of KEC's service to you," said
Jackson."The bottom line is electricity is
going to cost more, so we are committed to
finding ways to lessen that amount to you."
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email: [email protected]
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday
8 am to 5 pm
24-Hour Outage Hotline
(800) 888-2731
Convenient Bill Payment Options
■ Pay online using our secure payment
site at www.kiamichielectric.org.
■ Pay via smart phone, iPad or tablet
using our mobile app. Download the
free app at www.kiamichielectric.org.
■ Pay via telephone 24 hours a
day using a major credit card at
800-888-2731.
■ Pay in person at Kiamichi Electric, or
use our drive-through payment drop
box, available 24 hours a day.
■ Pay using the payment kiosk
at the following authorized
Kiamichi Electric payment locations.
Next year the KEC Annual Meeting will
be held at the Southeast Expo Center in
McAlester. Jackson said the shift in location
will provide more room for visitors, easier
access to seating, and more space for
vendors to showcase products and services.
have you tried
our portal?
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tele: (918) 465-2338
toll free: (800) 888-2731
FAX: (918) 465-2950
help with winter
energy bills
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tis the season
for energy use
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Dr. Doo’s Lakeside Motor Sports
Highway 9 East, Longtown
BancFirst
E. Carl Albert Parkway, McAlester
The Rhone Agency
1318 S. Main Street, McAlester
Western Auto
312 Dewey Street, Poteau
the maze of epa
regulations
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commen tar y
Stop EPA From Closing Power Plants
Board of Trustees
Larry Culwell, President
district 7
David Ray, Vice President
district 4
Don Parr, Secretary-Treasurer
district 5
Members
Russell Shaw
Richard Medlock
Ron Pelanconi
Mark Ichord
district 1
district 2
district 3
district 6
Jim Jackson
Executive Vice President-CEO
Kiamichi Electric Cooperative (KEC) is
committed to providing reliable and
affordable electric service to members in
Latimer, LeFlore, Pittsburg, Pushmataha
and Atoka counties.
The people and businesses that purchase
electricity from Kiamichi Electric are
considered member-owners of the co-op.
Each member—regardless of how much
electricity they purchase – has an equal
say in how the cooperative is operated.
To exercise their right, Kiamichi Electric
members are encouraged to attend co-op
meetings and vote in co-op elections.
Kiamichi Electric service territory is
divided into seven districts. Members
within each district meet every two years
to choose a fellow member to represent
their interests on the Kiamichi Electric
board of trustees. KEC board members set
policy and oversee cooperative business.
Through local leadership and control,
Kiamichi Electric Cooperative members
can rest assured their electric co-op
remains focused on the needs of its
members and its rural communities.
T
o ensure safety and reduce energy
use, most American homes are
constructed to meet building codes.
Imagine if the government applied a
new, more stringent code retroactively to
your home, which forced you to move out
because your home was not sufficiently
energy efficient. You would still be forced
to pay the mortgage for the home you could
no longer use, and you would also have
to pay for a new, more expensive home.
The latest proposal from the Environmental
Protect Agency (EPA) will fundamentally
change the rules and force the early
shut down of many of the power plants
on which electric co-ops still owe
money. Not only will this plan make it
difficult to provide you with affordable
and reliable power, it will also leave
you, our member-owners, holding the
keys to power plants that can’t run.
Seem unreasonable and unfair? We agree.
For more than 69 years, Kiamichi Electric
has made strategic, long term investments
to bring affordable and reliable electricity
to your home and family. Looking ahead
helps us stretch your hard-earned money.
Many of co-op-owned power plants in the
US are only about 30 years old. Some are
expected to remain operational until the
year 2040 or beyond. Since those initial
investments for construction, electric
co-ops have spent billions on emissions
control upgrades at these plants. In some
cases, the cost of the upgrades has exceeded
the original cost of the power plant.
As a result, many
co-ops still owe
money on many
of these facilities,
and the plants must
run in order to pay
off the loans.
Rather than taking
our nation away
from an all-ofthe-above energy
policy, we want to
By Jim Jackson
work with the EPA
chief executive officer
on practical and
reasonable solutions
that balance
affordability and
reliability with care for the environment.
You wouldn’t allow the federal government
to force you out of your home. Don’t
let them do that to the power plants
that were built to serve you.
While the window for submitting
comments to the EPA on this issue has
closed, there is still more work to be done.
First, take some time to educate yourself
on the issue by visiting www.Action.coop,
and then let your elected officials at the
state and federal levels know how you feel.
Kiamichi Electric Cooperative is proud to
play by the rules and, with your help, we
look forward to providing your family with
affordable power for generations to come.
operation rou n du p
Monthly Financial Report
year to date collections:
year to date disbursements: total collected since inception: $74,949.96
$64,927.78
$1,181,006.61
total disbursements since inception: $1,118,432.69
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Operation Roundup
is a voluntary bill
roundup program that
benefits southeast
Oklahoma communities,
organizations and needy
families. Applications
for funds are available at
Kiamichi Electric, local
social services , or online at
www.kiamichielectric.org.
inside y ou r co -op
Have You Checked Out Our Portal?
New online option offers members time and money savings
W
ith the arrival of winter, Kiamichi
Electric members are encouraged
to take advantage of the coop's new online service portal. You can
use the portal to pay your electric bill
online, however, its way more than that.
The customer portal offers other
services, too. Use the portal to
KEC's online customer service portal is a
doorway to information about how your
home uses energy. Use it to monitor your
home's energy use hourly, daily, or set your
own custom preferences. Overlay that
information with local weather conditions
including temperature and humidity
levels for the most accurate information.
Co-op SnapShots
Halloween found Kiamichi Electric employees
in full costume. Julie Gauzdausky, right,
lost her puppy. Can you find Waldo?
Todd Minshall chats with members at the
McAlester Farm and Show. The Kiamichi
Electric booth put the spotlight on the coops energy saving programs and helped
members understand the potential savings.
•
Pay your bill
•
Set payment options such as automatic
draft, automatic payments or e-bill
•
View billing or payment history
•
Set up payment alerts
Log on to the KEC service portal by
clicking on the Account Access link on
our home page at www.kiamichielectric.
org. For assistance, please call
your co-op at 800-888-2731.
Who to call
at your co-op

Kiamichi Electric Cooperative is dedicated to
providing excellent service for its members. The
following employees are available to help you when
you have questions regarding your electric service.
Please call 800-888-2731 or 918-465-2338, or email
questions to your co-op at
[email protected].
administration
Jim Jackson, Chief Executive Officer
Linda Baldwin, Executive Assistant
Sharla Blackledge, Management Assistant
operations
Bob Owens, Manager of Operations
Tony Nixon, Manager of Construction
Kevin Davis, Manager of Engineering
office services
Crystal Butler, Chief Financial Officer
Renae Taylor, Customer Service Supervisor
Charlie Watkins, Chief Customer Service Representative
Mandy Barnes, Customer Service Representative
Rashell Ward, Customer Service Representative
Susan Conley, Customer Service Representative
Jakiebeth Ben, Customer Service Representative
Michael Cawley, Customer Service Representative
Kimberly West, Customer Service Representative
meter services
Cindy Cockburn, AMR Systems Coordinator
Brenda Saxon, Connects/Disconnects
Rick Sheppard, Meter Technician
new services
Jodie Miller, New Services Representative
Wendy McCarley, New Services Representative
accounting
Kristi Vickers, Accountant
Julie Guazdausky, Assistant Accountant
engineering
Allen Littlejohn, Field Staking Technician
Chris Alexander, Field Staking Technician
dispatching services
Heather Ziverk, Dispatcher
John Cook, Operations & Engineering Clerk
public relations/member relations
(Includes Newsletter, Co-op Connections, Exede
Internet, Energy Rebates, Safety, Youth, Energy
Efficiency Programs and Operation Roundup)
Todd Minshall, MR-PR Director
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c o -op value
M
anufactured homes— what most
of us call mobile homes—often
log higher energy bills than
traditional wood-frame or modular homes.
A large number of Kiamichi Electric
members live in mobile homes, so helping
our members make them as efficient and
comfortable as possible is important to us.
Manufactured
Savings
How to boost the efficiency of
your mobile home
Unfortunately, there isn’t a magic
bullet to lower the energy consumption
of a mobile home. It takes time to
troubleshoot problems. Below are a
few of the most common culprits:
made with duct tape. Repairs are generally
easy, using either special duct sealant or
metal tape that can be found at most home
improvement stores. If you can afford
the upgrade, consider replacing a flexible
crossover duct with metal ductwork.
Lack of insulation. Insulation levels
in walls, floors and ceilings in mobile
homes are often inadequate. If it’s
easy to access, add extra insulation to
ceiling and floors. Adding insulation
to walls could be a problem unless
you’re ready to do major renovating.
Uninsulated ductwork. Wrapping your
ductwork with insulation is another energy
saver. Look for insulation specifically made
for ductwork at your local hardware store.
Belly board problems. In most mobile
homes, the belly board holds the insulation
in place under the floor and serves as a
vapor barrier. Over time, the belly board
can get damaged. This allows the floor
insulation to hold moisture or to simply fall
out, exposing ductwork and dramatically
increasing energy losses. Often there’s
also long-term water damage from
leaky pipes, toilets and showers that has
compromised the floor, insulation and
belly board integrity. Replacing the belly
board and repairing leaky plumbing should
be the first things on your to do list.
require you to crawl under the home
looking for gaps. Gaps can be filled with
weather stripping and insulation.
Air leakage/infiltration. Small holes
and gaps can be a problem in mobile
homes. Specific problems include gaps
in the “marriage wall” that joins multiple
units making up the home; holes in the
ends of ducts; gaps around wall registers
and behind washers and dryers; and
unsealed backing to the electrical panel.
Fixing these leaks is a dirty job and will
Crossover ducts. Sealing the ducts that run
under the sections making up your mobile
home will result in big energy savings and
increased comfort. Crossover ducts are
often made of flexible tubing that’s prone to
collapse and is easy for animals to chew on.
Crossover ducts made of thin sheet metal
can leak heated or cooled air, which is what
happens when ductwork connections are
Find The Clues To Energy Loss In Your Home
If cold air is finding its way into your home, it's
time for a closer look. Your co-op membership
entitles you to a free home energy audit,
courtesy of Energy Pioneer Solutions (EPS).
Your audit will show you the most cost
effective way to bring down your home
energy costs. When it's completed, you have
the option to fix the problems yourself, or
finance the suggested upgrades through
EPS. Over 300 Kiamichi Electric members
have signed up for an energy audit thus far.
Why wait? Sign up for your free home energy audit by calling 855.937.9484.
Single-glazed windows and uninsulated
doors. Most manufactured homes
come with single-glazed windows and
uninsulated doors, which have a low
R-value. That means the rate of heat
transfer between the inside of your home
and the outdoors is higher than it should
be. Replacing the windows with double- or
triple-glazed windows or adding storm
windows will help make your home more
comfortable. An insulated door will also
help. These solutions can be very expensive,
though. At a minimum, you should add
weather stripping to doors and windows.
A window film kit is another cheap and
easy-to-install upgrade that will help to
keep winter winds out of your home.
Heat absorbing roof. Save on summer
AC costs by installing a white roof or cool
roof coating. They reflect more sunlight
to keep mobile homes cooler. Many cool
roof coatings can be brushed or rolled on
like paint and are easy to apply on metal
roofs. The cost of roof coatings varies
depending on how reflective they are, and
how long they will last. Be sure to choose
one that’s appropriate for our climate.
Remember, even basic repairs can
result in significant savings. The key
is to get out there and start hunting
for the savings lurking under, over
and inside your mobile home. ■
For more tips on lowering your home energy
costs, please visit www.togetherwesave.com,
or contact Kiamichi Electric at 800-888-2731.
en ergy wise
‘Tis The Season
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For Family, Fellowship – And Higher Energy Use
o matter what or how you celebrate,
energy use tends to increase over
the holiday season. With more
guests in your home and activities taking
place, your electric meter spins a little
faster than usual, costing you more money.
Start the New Year off right. Celebrate
the holidays efficiently so you don’t have
to worry about a high electric bill.
Don’t peek! It’s tempting to open the
oven door to check on holiday treats.
Use the oven light instead, and keep
the door closed. This will keep the heat
where it belongs – inside the oven.
Glass and ceramic dishes allow you to cook
food at a lower temperature than metal
baking dishes. If the recipe calls for a metal
baking pan and you substitute glass or
ceramic cookware, reduce the temperature
by about 25 degrees Fahrenheit.
0Decorating
If you choose to decorate with strings of
lights, consider LED (light emitting diode)
options. They use over 80 percent less
energy than traditional strings of lights and
have a longer life. Make sure to purchase
high quality strings from reputable sources.
Safety and the lifetime can be compromised
in less expensive LED strands.
Have food defrosted before you cook.
Simply planning ahead can cut cooking
times and energy use in half. Place
any frozen dishes in the refrigerator
the night before so they are ready to
go in the oven the next morning.
0Around the house
Solar powered lighting options are also
worth considering for decorations.
Instead of having a plug handy, make
sure you have a proper location for
the solar panel that powers them.
Place strands of electric lights on timers so
they automatically turn on in the evening
after the sun sets, and turn them off around
bed time. You won’t have to spend time
thinking about plugging and unplugging
them, and you won’t have to spend money
powering them when unnecessary.
Decorate with less lighting. Consider a
natural, vintage feel for your decorations.
Use items like pinecones, greenery,
candy canes, popcorn strings and
gingerbread. The whole family can get
involved with decorating the home
with these safe and festive items.
0Cooking
Cook with your microwave, toaster
oven or slow cooker whenever possible.
Small appliances cook quickly and
more efficiently than your oven.
When you do use the oven, cook more
than one item at a time. Have a ham, sweet
potato casserole and rolls that all need to
cook in the oven? Make some adjustments
For better energy savings, use LED holiday
lights this holiday season. LEDs use over 80
percent less energy than traditional lights.
to cooking temperatures and times, and
put all your dishes in at once to take full
advantage of the heat that’s being produced.
Turn down your thermostat a few degrees.
Extra people bustling around the home and
the oven warming food will heat up your
home a few extra degrees. Take advantage
and adjust your thermostat accordingly.
You will save some money on your bill, and
your guests will still be comfortable.■
Find more suggestions on how to save
energy at www.kiamichielectric.org,
or call your co-op at 800-888-2731 for
details on KEC's free home energy audits
and other energy saving programs.
Use Your Co-op Connections
to Save on LED Lighting
For discount prices on LED bulbs, shop the hundreds of
varieties and styles online at www.LEDusa.com. From LED
floodlights to appliance bulbs and more, LEDusa.com offers
electric co-op members an affordable way to begin shifting
your home to total LED lighting.
Discount prices are available to Co-op
Connection cardholders only—and
the savings can be significant. Be
sure to provide your Connections
card number when checking out.
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your c ommunit y
Get Help With Your Heating Bills
LIHEAP helps low income families stay warm in wintertime
To qualify for LIHEAP, you must have an
annual household income (before taxes)
that is below the following amounts:
coming up
Household Size*
in Kiamichi Country
December 1-24
Lights on the Island
Lake Wister State Park,Wister
December 1-13
Christmas on the Farm
Wild Things Farm, Pocola
December 4
McAlester Festival of LIghts & Parade
Downtown McAlester
December 5-6
Atoka Craft Show
204 N. Delaware Ave., Atoka
December 6
2 Hip Chicks Roadshow
Expo Center, McAlester
Atoka Christmas Parade
Court Street, Atoka
Poteau Christmas Parade
Dewey Ave., Poteau
Eufaula Christmas Parade
City of Eufaula
December 13-14
Metcalf Gun & Knife Show
Southeast Expo Center, McAlester
December 21
Winter Solstice Walks
Spiro Mounds Archeological Center, Spiro
January 1
First Day Hike at Robbers Cave State Park
Hwy 2, Wilburton
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I
f you are struggling or behind on
your monthly energy or heating
bills, the Oklahoma Department of
Human Services (DHS) may be able to
help. Starting in late November or early
December of each year, qualifying families
and individuals can apply for assistance
from the Oklahoma Low Income Home
Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
LIHEAP provide bill payment assistance
to low to moderate income households
to assist people with paying their winter
heating bills, and the secondary goal is
to provide help for some families who
have received utility cutoff notices, as
the aid is intended to ensure people keep
their utility service on. The OKDHS
also works closely with the Oklahoma
Department of Commerce to provide
weatherization services for eligible
families. Weatherization helps people
make their homes more energy efficient.
Last year over 100,000 Oklahoma families
got help and cash grants to help with paying
their heating bills. This year, the demand
is expected to be even higher and the
number of people who apply even more.
Eligibility for the LIHEAP program is based
on a household’s total income and also their
assets. For example, for a household of one,
the maximum household income guideline
per month is $1,174. For a household of
two, $1,579, and it goes up from there.
Many individuals and families that already
participate in Oklahoma DHS public
assistance programs will be notified of their
automatic qualification for the program.
These families do not need to apply.
Max. Annual Income
1$12,837
2$17,303
3$21,769
4$26,235
5$30,701
6$35,167
7$39,633
8$44,099
*For households with more than eight
people, add $4,466 per additional person.
Always check with the appropriate agency
to ensure the most accurate guidelines.
Interested individuals can apply for
LIHEAP assistance at their local DHS
office or community action agency. Usually
anywhere from $100 to $400 can be paid
out per season to qualified applicants.
When applying or inquiring about the
program, please bring a copy of your latest
heating bill and verification of your total
household income. Please contact the
agencies below for more information:
Choctaw Nation, 800-522-6170, ext.2424
Leflore County DHS, 800-493-7960
Latimer County DHS, 800-493-7978
Pushmataha County DHS, 800-270-0803
Pittsburg County DHS, 800-270-0792
Special Notice to LIHEAP Recipients:
Kiamichi Electric members on LIHEAP will
receive their LIHEAP funds on a DHS debit
card this year. The card will be mailed to
your home. If you already have a DHS debit
card, the money will be placed in your
account. Please call your co-op at 800-8882731 if you have further questions.
October 14, 2014
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endnotes
buy•sell•trade
Cooking Up A Safer Holiday
The kitchen is the heart of the home. Sadly, it’s also where
two out of every five home fires start. Many home fires occur
during what’s supposed to be the happiest time of the year
– the holidays. Thanksgiving, Christmas and Christmas
Eve hold a tradition of cooking, and safety should always
be considered in the kitchen. As we embark on the holiday
season, Kiaimichi Electric Cooperative and the Electrical
Safety Foundation International (ESFI) urge you to use these
simple tips to identify and correct potential kitchen hazards:
•
Never leave cooking
equipment unattended,
and always remember
to turn off burners if you
have to leave the room.
•
Supervise children closely
in the kitchen. Make
sure they stay at least
three feet away from all
cooking appliances.
•
Prevent potential fires
by keeping your stovetop
and oven clean and free
of grease, dust and spilled
food. Remember to
clean the exhaust hood
and duct over your stove
on a regular basis.
•
Keep the cooking area
around the stove and oven
clear of combustibles,
such as towels, napkins
and potholders.
•
To protect from spills and
burns, use the back burners
and turn the pot handles in,
away from reaching hands.
•
Locate all electrical
appliances away from
the sink. Plug countertop
appliances into ground
fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI)-protected outlets.
•
Keep appliance cords
away from hot surfaces
like the range or toaster.
•
Unplug countertop
appliances when not in
use, and remember to
turn off the oven when
you’re finished cooking.
For more safety tips to keep
you safe this holiday season,
visit www.esfi.org.
■ REAL ESTATE
VFW Land Wilburton, OK – 3
bedroom with den, screenedin porch 15x30, Living room
and den 15x20 each. $25,000 or
will carry with down payment.
Beautiful lot, animals, next
door to city property. Selling
for health reasons. Call 405769-2406 or 405-830-4301
■ MISCELLANEOUS
Looking for male or female
mute swan. If you know
where I can locate one,
please call 918-688-2304.
Place your free classified ad
in the Kiamichi Light Post, and
reach rural readers in Pittsburg,
Latimer, Leflore and parts of
Pushmataha, and Atoka counties.
The Buy-Sell-Trade section is
a free service to members of
Kiamichi Electric Cooperative.
Ads may be submitted using
the form below, or email your
classified ad to Todd Minshall
at toddm@kiamichielectrric.
org. Be sure to include your
telephone number in your ad.
The Kiamichi Electric Light Post
is published six time a year. The
ad deadline for the January February issue is January 12, 2014.
kiamichi electric cooperative
buy•sell•trade
Ad submission form
Check one:
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❏ trade
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Energy Efficiency
Tip of the Month
Be merry and bright, but don’t let your holiday lights shine
all night. Save money on your electric bill by installing a
light timer for your decked out home. It can help lower
your electric bill and reduce energy consumption. Use
a manual timer plugged into an electrical outlet to
automatically turn lights on and off as scheduled.
Source: Department of Energyy
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Submit ad by mail, fax, or e-mail to Todd Minshall, KEC Light Post, PO Box 340,
Wilburton, OK 74578. Email ad to [email protected], or fax to
918-465-2950/Attention Todd Minshall. Ads are free for co-op members.
Deadline for the January - February issue is January 12.