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  1. 12/31/2025

    Habitat For Humanity: Changing Lives One Family at a Time

    In this episode the Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Glynn County GA, Inc., Mary Lamond talks about the history and mission of Habitat for Humanity, as well as specifically what is happening in Glynn County. She highlights how volunteers can get involved, their Women Build campaign and Century Place, a neighborhood of 19 lots and future home of the 100th Habitat house in Glynn County.

    31 min

  2. 11/19/2025

    Youth Tour: A Trip of a Lifetime

    Marci and Emma Dillard both attended the National Washington Youth Tour as OREMC delegates—nearly 30 years apart. On this episode of Plugged In the mother/daughter duo discusses how their Youth Tour experiences were similar, made an impression on them in the moment, and how the memories shape(d) their future. It was based on Marci’s experience that she encouraged her daughter to apply for the 2025 Youth Tour, and now together, encourage eligible students to apply and experience their own trip of a lifetime.

    38 min

  3. 09/10/2025

    Storm Ready: What You Need to Prepare

    In this special episode of our Plugged In podcast, Director of Communications & Marketing Michele Hutchins talks about what you need to plan and prepare for your family to weather a storm emergency. Whether sheltering place or evacuating, she discusses recommendations for water, food and supplies; making sure you have enough medication and backup plans for those reliant on power for medical devices; and how to prepare differently for a cold weather emergency. #WeatherReady

    11 min

  4. 07/08/2025

    Addressing Member FAQs Regarding Storm Restoration

    In this episode of our OREMC Plugged In podcast, ROW Coordinator Roger Sloan helps to address some of those frequently asked questions members have about power restoration following a storm. Questions were pulled directly from social media and/or voicemails members left following the tropical storm, two hurricanes and ice storm that impacted OREMC's service area from August 2024 - January 2025.

    41 min

  5. 03/17/2025

    Switching to Backup Power: Generator Safety and Installation Options

    Engineer James Allen and Marketing & Members Services Representative Royce Proctor discuss the considerations for installing a whole house backup generator or right sizing a portable generator to be used during power outages. In particular, their discussion focuses on the safety considerations of using a portable generator: knowing what you want to power, having enough generator capacity, as well as proper use and storage.

    34 min

  6. 03/17/2025

    Church Girls, Inc., Evolves from Prayer Line to Lifeline

    In this episode of Plugged In, we feature Deondra Lightfoot from Church Girls, Inc. She discusses how her vision has evolved from a prayer line, to a Resource Center, Blessing Room and now transitional housing, in the form of the Church Girls Community in Folkston, Georgia. She has six of the 26 units completed and is building on the power of. by the community, for the community. Deondra talks about the help along the way that gives her the drive and inspiration to reach out and help others in need.

    38 min

  7. 10/31/2024

    Changing Young Lives Through Music

    Lucie Akkermans, Manager of the Philharmonia, Music Librarian and Lessons Coordinator with the Golden Isles Youth Orchestra (GIYO), discusses the power of music and the importance of investing in the arts to provide students the opportunity to build community and skills that further musical development, but also foster social skill, academic growth and self-confidence. She explains how the programs offered by the Golden Isles Youth Orchestra are partnering with area schools to provide access to all students who want to pursue, learn and enjoy music.

    33 min

  8. 10/31/2024

    Meeting the Demand for Power

    A conversation with OREMC General Manager John Middleton discussing the long-awaited news that Plant Vogtle is fully operational, the need to build additional power generations, concerns over new EPS rules and what it all means to you.

    21 min
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  • Creator
    OREMC
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © OREMC
  • Show Website
    Plugged In