Please be aware that Kenergy will be utilizing Touchstone Energy Services to conduct member surveys. Emails will be sent from now until the end of December. These emails will identify themselves as Data Decisions Group on behalf of Kenergy. Thank you for taking the time to complete the brief survey. Your feedback on these surveys will help us continue to improve the services we provide our members.

Holiday cooking, decorating and hosting mean using more electricity usage in November and December. A few easy habits can help keep energy use in check while you enjoy the season.

Cook smart. Use lids and match pot size to the burner. Use residual oven heat by turning it off a few minutes before a dish is done. Cook multiple dishes together when possible. A slow cooker or pressure cooker is great for sides and keeps the oven free for the turkey.

Manage refrigeration. Do not leave the door open while you hunt for items. Chill drinks in a cooler so guests do not crowd the fridge. If you will have a lot of extra food, organize a staging area so people can find what they need quickly.

Decorate efficiently. Replace old string lights with LEDs and put them on timers or smart plugs. Use indoor timers so lights turn off at bedtime. Consider battery-operated candles for mantel displays.

Control heat. When cooking fills the kitchen with warmth, lower the thermostat a few degrees. Close off unused rooms and focus heat where guests gather. Encourage layering and cozy throws rather than higher thermostat settings.

Unplug. Unused chargers and appliances still draw power when plugged in. If you stream music or video, pause or stop devices when not in use.

Fill up. Run the dishwasher and washing machine only with full loads and use eco or air-dry cycles if your appliances have them.

All Kenergy offices will be closed November 27-28 for Thanksgiving.

As always, you can drop payments at our office nightly drop boxes, make payments on our SmartHub mobile app, or by accessing your account 24/7.

As an electric cooperative, we are member-owned. Our annual Member Appreciation Day is our way of saying ‘thank you’ to the members we serve across western Kentucky.

Our annual Member Appreciation Day will take place on Wednesday, October 29th from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Members can visit the location closest to them and receive a free lunch, including a sandwich, chips, cookie, and water along with a free bucket, light bulb, and night light while supplies last. Information for each location is below. All Kenergy offices will be closed for the event from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

Proof of membership is required. Members can bring a copy of their Kenergy bill or show their active SmartHub mobile app.

Owensboro

Bellevue Baptist

4950 KY-56

Barbeque by Jerry Morris of Whitesville — Drive-thru only

Hawesville

315 Hawes Blvd.

Barbeque by Jerry Morris of Whitesville — Carry-out only

Henderson

6402 Old Corydon Road

Barbeque by Tom’s Smokin’ BBQ — Drive-thru only

Hanson

2620 Brown Badgett Loop

Barbeque by Tom’s Smokin’ BBQ — Drive-thru only

Marion

3000 Mott City Road

Barbeque by CopperTop Bar-B-Que — Drive-thru only

In October, electric cooperatives across the country take time to celebrate National Co-op Month and reflect on the unique advantages of being part of a cooperative. It’s also the perfect time to thank you—the members who make it all possible. For us, it’s not just a celebration. It’s a chance to reaffirm the values that guide everything we do.

As President and CEO of Kenergy, I see purpose in action every single day. Unlike investor-owned utilities, our co-op doesn’t exist to make profits for distant shareholders. We exist to serve you—our members, our neighbors and our communities. That purpose is what sets us apart. It’s why we were founded, and it’s what continues to drive every decision we make.

At its core, being a cooperative means we are member-owned and locally controlled. That’s not just a tagline; it’s the very heart of our business model. Members have a voice in how our co-op operates. You elect board members who live right here in our service area and understand the unique challenges and opportunities our communities face. Decisions aren’t made in corporate boardrooms hundreds of miles away; they’re made here at home, by people who care about the same things you do.

This local accountability means we can stay focused on what matters most: delivering reliable, affordable electricity and providing real value to the people we serve.

We do that by investing in essential infrastructure upgrades and technologies that strengthen our local grid and improve electric service. We work hard to manage costs and keep rates as low as possible—because we know how much rising prices affect families and small businesses in our area. And when storms hit or outages occur, Kenergy crews are here and ready to respond quickly, because we live here too.

Co-ops were built to meet community needs, and that purpose extends well beyond delivering electricity. Whether we’re supporting local schools, sponsoring youth programs, partnering with volunteer organizations or helping bring broadband to rural areas, we are always looking for ways to improve the quality of life in the places we serve. Community support isn’t an afterthought—it’s part of our mission.

We’re also planning for the future. As electricity demand grows due to new technologies and economic development, electric co-ops are working to ensure we continue to meet those needs with a balanced, reliable energy mix. We know our members care about affordability and dependability, and we’re committed to delivering both.

That’s the power of the cooperative difference. That’s what it means to be powered by purpose.

Thank you for the trust you place in us. We’re proud to be your local electric cooperative.