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October 2016

Path of DiscoveryExploring the MoPac East Trail

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“The Rural Voice of Nebraska”

Volume 70, Number 10, October 2016

FeaturesPath of Discovery 6 The MoPac East Trail, which starts near 84th Street andHazelwood in Lincoln, Neb., and passes rural areas including thesmall towns of Walton, Eagle, Elmwood, and Wabash, providesvisitors with activities that include walking, jogging, bicycling,horseback riding, and nature viewing.

Rural Electric Careers 12 Over the next five years, rural electric utilities are expected tohire nearly 15,000 employees nationwide. Despite competitivewages, excellent benefits, job stability and rewarding work, publicpower districts and electric cooperatives often have a difficult timeattracting new employees. Learn how a career in the electricindustry can provide both a paycheck and a purpose.

Departments

On the coverSteve and Nancy Gade enjoy a bike ride on the MoPac East Trail. See relatedarticle on Page 6. Photograph by Scott Casper

Contents

GUEST EDITORIAL 4

SAFETY BRIEFS — Murphy 16

CUT YOUR UTILITY BILLS by Pat Keegan 18

RECIPES 20

MARKETPLACE/CLASSIFIEDS 22

StaffEditor

Wayne PriceEditorial Assistant

Tina Schweitzer

Published by the

Visit us at www.nrea.orgGeneral ManagerTroy Bredenkamp

PresidentDavid Keener,

Niobrara Electric Association, Inc.Vice President/Secretary

Butch Gray, Cornhusker Public Power District

TreasurerGreg Weidner,

Elkhorn Rural Public Power District

Published monthly by the Nebraska Rural ElectricAssociation, 1244 K Street, Box 82048, Lincoln,Nebraska 68501, (402) 475-4988.Advertising in the Rural Electric Nebraskan doesnot imply endorsement for products by theNebraska Rural Electric Association.Correspondence should be sent to Wayne Price,Editor, Rural Electric Nebraskan, Box 82048,Lincoln, NE 68501.The Rural Electric Nebraskan is printed by theAradius Group, 4700 F Street, Omaha, NE 68117.Form 3579 should be sent to the Rural ElectricNebraskan, Box 82048, Lincoln, NE 68501.Periodicals postage paid at Lincoln, Neb.POSTMASTER: send address changes to theRural Electric Nebraskan, 1244 K Street, Box82048, Lincoln, NE 68501.Publication numbers are USPS 071-630 and ISSN0193-4937.Rates: $10 for one year; $15 for two years; $20for three years, plus local and state tax.

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by Wayne Price

hat do yard sale signs, basketballhoops, deer stands, satellite dishes,and birdhouses have in common?

Believe it or not, they’re often found illegallyattached to utility poles. But this isn’t onlya crime of inconvenience. Safety issuescaused by unapproved pole attachmentsplace the lives of lineworkers and the publicin danger.It may seem innocent, but a small nail

partially driven into a pole can have deadlyresults around high-voltage electricity. Youmay be saying to yourself, “What’s one littlesign going to hurt?” What you may notrealize is obstacles such as garage sale signsand satellite dishes, nails, pins, and staplesmake climbing a pole extremely dangerousfor utility linemen. Working on or nearpower lines is dangerous enough withoutadded hazards on poles.Your local electric utility line crews climb

these poles at all hours of the day and night,in the worst of conditions. Anything attachedto utility poles can create serious hazards forour line personnel. Sharp objects like nails,tacks, staples, or barbed wire can puncturerubber gloves and other safety equipment,making linemen vulnerable to electrocution.Lineworkers with Nebraska’s public power

districts and electric co-ops have reportedpoles used as community bulletin boards,

satellite mounts, and even support legs fordeer stands, lights, and carports. Not only dothese attachments put line crews at risk,anyone illegally placing these items on polescomes dangerously close to energized powerlines with thousands of volts of energypulsing overhead. It’s always wise to keepany structure at least 10 feet away fromutility poles. Unauthorized pole attachments violate the

National Electrical Safety Code, theaccepted manual containing guidelines forsafe electrical engineering standards.Utilities strictly follow this code thatincludes a section that reads, “Signs, posters,notices, and other attachments shall not beplaced on supporting structures withoutconcurrence of the owner (the utility is theowner of the pole). Supporting structuresshould be kept free from other climbinghazards such as tacks, nails, vines, andthrough bolts not properly trimmed.”Please help us keep our linemen — and

our communities — safe. Don’t attach any ofthese unauthorized and dangerous items toutility poles. Fixtures not belonging to thepublic power district or electric cooperativeor another utility will be removed by utilityline personnel; the utility is not responsiblefor any losses if an item is damaged ordestroyed during removal.

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he MoPac trail was originally a railroad line fromMissouri to the Pacific Ocean, and that’s how it gotthe name MoPac. Ground breaking for the MoPac

railroad lines took place on July 4th, 1851. The railroadlines on the MoPac are no longer used. However, there isstill a lot of action on the corridor.This story pertains to a section ofthe trail known as the MoPac EastTrail which starts near 84thStreet and Hazelwood in Lincolnand passes rural areas includingthe small towns of Walton, Eagle,Elmwood, and Wabash. Activitieson the trail include; walking,jogging, bicycling, horsebackriding, nature viewing, and otheractivities, too. Horseback riders Kim Wilnes,and her horse Pearl, as well asShiloh, and her horse Ty, like theMoPac East Trail because of the

convenience of the trail. Their horses are boarded rightnext to the trail so it is easy to saddle up the horses andgo for a ride. Bird watchers may want to bring their binoculars to thetrail. The trail is home to many species including gold

finches, cardinals, blue jays, aswell as Canada geese flying overhead and red-tailed hawkssoaring high above. The sound ofnature on the trail can beimpressive, too. Sure, bird songsare common. However, onoccasion, one can hear the eeriesound of coyotes howling as theskies darken. Bicycling is one of the most

popular activities on the trail.Automobiles in the area are likelyfamiliar with bicyclist on theMoPac trail crossing the roads inplaces.

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Path of DiscoveryPath of DiscoveryExploring the MoPac East Recreational Trail

A common destination for bicyclists is Bailey’s Local inEagle, Neb. Owners Natasha Hoyer and Ty McIntoshhave carried on the tradition of serving bicyclists onTuesdays. Bailey’s Tuesday menu includes homemadetacos, taquitos, and of course, nachos. Phil Wolfe, alsoknown as Nacho Man, started the nacho rides with fourpeople about 10 years ago. It turned in to a social eventthat grew and grew. Wolfe said, weather permitting,between 200 - 300 hundred riders show up each Tuesday.Even bigger crowds can show up on theme nights, suchas Birthday Rides, Freedom Rides, Hawaiian Rides, andof course, Big Red Rides. Runner Chris Hansen laughed that he not only runs toget in shape for local running events, but also so he canstay in shape for his kids. One big running event that takes place on the MoPacEast Trail is the Harvest Moon Hustle which takes placenear Elmwood. As advertised, the 10k race is “Fast. Flat.

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Top: Chris Hansen uses thetrail to exercise. Middle: A sign marks theFletcher Prairie WachiskaAudubon Society. Above: The trail gets a lot ofuse throughout the year. Left: A sculpture sits nearthe trail. Opposite: A commondestination for riders isBailey’s Local in Eagle, Neb.

Kim Wilnes and her horse, Pearl,enjoy an afternoon ride.

And in the dark.” The 2016Harvest Moon Hustle sold out toits 1,250 runner capacity in onlyfour days. The race starts as themoon is rising. The MoPac Trail is a greatplace for memories.


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The MoPac Trail East is21.7 miles and seam-lessly connects to the5.3-mile MoPac Trail

West, for a total 27-mileride from the east end ofLincoln to nearly Omaha.

Trail Facts

A deer pauses as it crosses the trail.

im Matheson, the formerseven-term Utahcongressman, recently began

his tenure as CEO of the NationalRural Electric CooperativeAssociation (NRECA). “On behalf of our board ofdirectors, we are extremely excited tohave Jim join NRECA,” said NRECAPresident Mel Coleman. “Jim willbring to the position a broadknowledge of the issues facing ruralAmerica and will be an inspirationalleader for America’s ElectricCooperatives.” Matheson was selected for theposition in June by NRECA’s boardof directors. He succeeds Jo AnnEmerson, who fell ill in August 2015after serving as CEO since March2013. Emerson’s chief of staff andNRECA COO Jeffrey Connor servedas interim CEO and will continuewith the association in the position ofCOO. “I’m thrilled to be here and eagerto roll up my sleeves and get to workwith my new colleagues andNRECA’s members,” Matheson said.“My initial focus will be learning thebusiness side of NRECA and whatmakes it such an exceptional andsuccessful organization. I’m reallylooking forward to getting out tomeet with our members to learnmore about their interests anddiscuss how NRECA can bestcontinue to represent them in thenation’s capital.” Matheson brings a wealth ofexperience and skills to his newposition. During his time in the U.S.House of Representatives, Mathesonwas known first and foremost assomeone who could work withcolleagues on both sides of the aisleto find and build upon commonground. He was Chief Deputy Whipfor the House Democratic Caucusand served as co-chairman of theBlue Dog Coalition. He also was amember of the House Energy andCommerce Committee, as well as theFinancial Services, Transportation

and Infrastructure, and ScienceCommittees. The respect Mathesonhas on both sides of the aisle, and hisability to bridge political and policydivides to find common ground, willserve NRECA and all members verywell. Before entering governmentservice, Matheson worked in theenergy industry for several years.Immediately prior to joiningNRECA, he served as Principal,Public Policy Practice for theinternational law firm Squire PattonBoggs. Matheson was born and raised inSalt Lake City, Utah. He received aBachelor’s Degree in Governmentfrom Harvard University, and anMBA in Finance and Accountingfrom UCLA. His wife, Amy, is apediatrician, and they have two sons,William and Harris.

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e all know the symptoms ofa house that’s leaking air.Drafty halls in the winter

lead to rooms that suffocate insummer. Then there’s the mostuncomfortable pain of all�highelectric bills.Talk to an energy efficiency expert

from your local electric utility, andone of the first things he or she willdo is ask about insulation in yourhouse. What type do you have? Is itin the attic, walls, and floors? Howabout the basement or crawl space?Chances are leaky homes aren’t

properly insulated. But it takes morethan a roll of the familiar pinkfiberglass to stop air invasions.

Sealing the Envelope = ZippingYour Coat“A major factor in larger monthlyenergy bills in both the summer andwinter is an uninsulated, unsealedbuilding envelope,” remarks WadeRahn, Customer & Technical ServiceCoordinator for Butler Public PowerDistrict, based in David City, Neb.“You can lower energy bills by justidentifying and stopping airinfiltration.”A “thermal building envelope”

separates you from outside elements.It’s like wearing a coat when it’s cold:If you zip up your coat, it’s nice andwarm, but if it hangs open, you’re leftfreezing. By properly sealing thebuilding envelope and creating airbarriers, and then installinginsulation, you keep hot air out insummer and cold air out in winter.Sealing your home’s thermal

envelope involves applying caulk andfoam to cracks and gaps andcorrectly installing insulation. If theinsulation isn’t put in well, it’s notdoing its job. Typically, incorrectlyplaced insulation leaves gaps

between walls and doors or windows,or where the ceiling meets the walls. If there’s a gap in insulation, heat

gets through.

It’s All About Air InfiltrationUnderstanding air infiltration is onlyhalf the battle. You have to find andstop the invaders.“There are many tools we make

available to our customers to identifyand correct these deficiencies” Rahnrelates.

If your local public power districtor electric cooperative offers homeenergy audits, take advantage ofthem. Your utility’s energy advisorwill determine if your home needs ablower-door test, one of the best waysof finding out how much air goes inand out of your residence every hour.If a thermal imaging camera isavailable, the auditor can pinpointexactly where your home loses air.Typical culprits include the roof,around doors and windows, recessedcan lights, attic hatches and pull-down stairs, and unfinishedbasements or crawl spaces.Don’t overlook the obvious — check

where ceilings and floors meet thewalls, too. Do you routinely have toclean a cobwebby corner? That’s agood indication of air infiltrationbecause insects like fresh air.“What you don’t see could be

adding a large portion to yourmonthly bill” Rahn warns.

Caulk, weather stripping, andexpanding spray foam should takecare of those problem areas listedabove. You can also make a box ofrigid foam board for the attic pull-down stairs.

Choosing InsulationBut insulation won’t do any good ifyou don’t have proper air barriers —if your house jacket isn’t zipped.While loose-fill fiberglass orfiberglass batts keep heat frommoving in or out of your house, theydo little to stop air flow. In fact, ifevery single joint and crack is notsealed with caulk or expanding foam,your fiberglass batt insulation doeslittle more than catch dust.“Discoloration around the edges of

your insulation is a sign that outsideair and dust is being blown through

the insulation” Rahn reveals.Cellulose, made from recycled

newspapers and blown in, providesgood attic insulation because it doesmore to stop air flow. Foaminsulation, while the most expensive,also boasts the highest R-value —the effectiveness rating given toinsulation — and completely blocksair.Your local energy professional can

help determine the best type ofinsulation for your house and alsohelp you work out a payback periodon your investment. You can alsocheck EnergySavers.gov for moreinformation about insulation, anduse their ZIP code calculator to findout how much insulation you needfor your location. The bottom line: “If outside air is

getting into your conditioned space,your bills will be higher and youwon’t be comfortable,” Rahnconcludes.


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Properly sealed, insulated homes lead tocomfort, lower energy bills

Before you purchase a home — whether a newconstruction or an old farmhouse — it’s smartto do two things: ask for previous years’electric bills, and ask for a blower-door test.

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very day in this country, morethan 75,000 men and womengo to work at America’s public

power districts and electriccooperatives to keep the lights on for42 million energy consumers in 47states. It’s challenging work, but inaddition to a paycheck, rural electricutility employees go home each nightknowing they’ve helped make theircommunities better places to live. Over the next five years, thousandsof workers will get to experience thatsense of purpose and pride as electricutilities hire nearly 15,000 employeesnationwide. These new hires willreplace Baby Boomers reachingretirement age and accommodateorganic growth in the energy industry. Despite competitive wages, excellentbenefits, job stability and rewardingwork, public power districts andelectric cooperatives often have adifficult time attracting new

employees. One reason for this recruitingchallenge is a lack of awarenessamong potential new hires. Toovercome this challenge, public powerdistricts and electric cooperativeshave joined forces with other energycompanies to celebrate Careers inEnergy Week. The event, which runs October 17through 21, is an opportunity for ruralelectric utilities to promote theircareer opportunities and correctcommon misconceptions about jobs inthe energy industry.

Many career optionsA lineworker high atop a pole is thefirst image that comes to mind formost people who think about publicpower district and electric cooperativeemployees. It’s true that lineworkerscomprise the largest segment of theelectric utility workforce –approximately 25 percent – but ittakes a variety of talents to keep anelectric utility running smoothly. Information technology andengineering are two rapidly growing

career opportunities. The need formore high-tech workers is driven bythe shift to a smarter electric grid andthe growth of renewable energysources that must be carefullymonitored and managed. Other in-demand career paths atpublic power districts and electriccooperatives include finance, memberservices, equipment operators, energyadvisors, communications andmarketing, purchasing,administrative support and humanresources. For people who enjoy the ruralquality of life but want to exploreother parts of the country, a publicpower district or electric cooperativecareer might be the perfect option.There are more than 900 public powerdistricts and electric cooperatives inthe United States, and combined theyserve 75 percent of the nation’s landmass. Rural electric utility lines stretchacross every region, climate andgeographic feature America has tooffer, and each utility reflects thecharacter of the community it serves.

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No matter what living situation andwork environment prospectiveemployees might be seeking, they’resure to find it somewhere in theelectric cooperative network. Although the national statistics areimpressive, it doesn’t mean much to ajob seeker if his or her local electricutility is fully staffed and doesn’tanticipate any openings in the nearfuture. Many jobs – especiallylineworkers, equipment operators andother similar roles – are availablethrough regional and nationalcontractors. These contractors are typicallyhired to supplement local utility crewsto help build large projects or repairwidespread storm damage. They movefrom project to project over time,offering employees a chance to seedifferent parts of the country. They provide a great option forindividuals who would like to jointheir hometown utility when aposition becomes available, but wantto start working in the energyindustry immediately.

Second careersSome people think the only time tostart a new career is fresh out of high

school or college. While the energyindustry offers many rewardingcareers to recent grads, it is also agreat place to start a second or thirdcareer. Lineworker training programsoffered through community collegesare growing in popularity amongpeople who previously worked in oiland gas, manufacturing, mining,forestry and other similar industries. Public power districts and electriccooperatives are also eager to hiremilitary veterans and their spouses.Last year, the National RuralElectric Cooperative Associationlaunched a program called “ServeOur Co-ops; Serve Our Country” tohonor and hire veterans and theirspouses. More information about theprogram is available atwww.ServeVets.coop. As not-for-profit, member-owned,locally based businesses, America’spublic power districts and electriccooperatives offer careers that allowemployees to make a difference inthe communities they serve. They areguided by a set of principles that putpeople ahead of profits, and offerfulfilling work to those who enjoyserving others.

Clockwise from top left: CarolHeineman, Operating System Analystand Tracy Gordon, TechnologyIntegration and Security Manager,inspect a computer program in theserver room at Dawson Public PowerDistrict. Valerie Eastman, an inventorysupervisor, receives a shipment ofparts at High West Energy, Inc. Elkhorn Rural Public PowerDistrict’s Warehouse Clerk GarlandGoracke assembles a 3-phaseirrigation meter loop. Kevin Zohner, an IT specialist atElkhorn RPPD, installs a backupdrive on the network storage server. Jennifer Adams, a HRSpecialist/Corporate Communicatorat Elkhorn RPPD, meets withrepresentatives from the newspaper. Operations Clerk Josie Lytle takes acustomer call during a storm outageat Southwest Public Power District. Kevin Clark, stores supervisor atNorris Public Power District, unloadsa spool of wire. At Southwest PPD System EngineerGary Hanken, left, and GeneralManager Curtis Kayton discuss anoutage. Niobrara Valley ElectricMembership Corporation linemenprepare to build a section of power linefor an irrigation pivot. Consumer AccountingRepresentative Charla Thuernagleassists a customer at Dawson PPD. Stacie Young, a customer servicerepresentative, monitors ElkhornRPPD’s SCADA system for loadmanagement.

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to control your vast financial empire with merely a fewclicks, swipes and shakes. It should be no surprise that a growing number ofhousehold appliances are app enabled. Most of the appsexist to make your life more convenient, assuming keepingyour eyes glued to a small screen is your definition ofconvenience. But some of these apps can actually help yousave energy and make your home more comfortable. Manufacturers are now adding communication modulesinside home appliances. For around $130, you can purchasea Crock-Pot that will communicate with your smart phone.If you are late coming home, you can adjust the heat settingand achieve the perfect pot roast. Some companies are selling electrical outlets that includecommunication modules. These modules often use Wi-Fi tocommunicate simple messages to a home’s wirelessnetwork. What the messages are will vary from device todevice. Typically, the system will allow you to monitorenergy consumption, turn devices on and off and change thesetting on your thermostat. The bulk of any energy savings will come from the abilityto remotely control your HVAC system’s thermostat. Apps associated with Wi-Fi controllable thermostats areoften easier to use. Thermostats from companies such asNest, Honeywell and Ecobee allow you to adjust yourhome’s temperature from your phone. This comes in handywhen you forget to turn the air conditioner off while onvacation, or when you want to heat your living space beforereturning home. These thermostats are also capable oflearning your schedule and can provide energy savings byturning the systems back when no one is home. Studieshave shown these smart thermostats tend to perform asadvertised. App-enabled appliances won’t be right for everyhomeowner. It depends on a variety of factors, and manyquestions should be answered before going down this road: 1. What are my goals? Do I want home security, energysavings or just the latest app technology? 2. Do I have broadband internet in my home? Many ofthese systems require a broadband internet connection towork properly. 3. What appliances and devices in my home do I want tocontrol? Thermostat, doors, lighting, refrigerator? 4. Can I afford the additional cost, and is it worth it tome? 5. What appliances need replacing and does an app reallymake sense for that appliance? One appliance

manufacturer says consumers can turn their oven on fromtheir phone while driving home. Will you really use thisfeature? 6. Who owns the data collected from your appliances, andhow will they use it? So far, none of these smart appliances will cook dinnerwith the mere push of a button, but the devices do allowyou to see what is going on at home, who is home and eventurn lights and air conditioning on and off. For some, thesegadgets and apps are cool and worth the additionalexpense. For others, it’s just one more piece of technologythat can break or go unused while trying to rush kids off tobaseball practice. To learn more about app-enabled appliances and how tosave energy, contact the energy experts at your local electricutility.


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have reported gamers followingemployees who have swiped anaccess card, into power plants, and iturged electric utility staffers to bevigilant. Numerous public power districtsand electric co-ops have taken tosocial media to get the word out.

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on their Facebook page “There areonline threads that are suggesting‘electric’ type Pokémon characterscan be found near electricalfacilities.” They provide a few safety tips forthose playing the game, such as donot climb power poles or throw itemsinto power lines, do not climb treesnear power lines, never climb on,stand on, or place items into facilitiessuch as padmount transformers, andto stay clear of utility job sites. Bud Branham, NRECA director ofsafety and loss prevention,encouraged co-ops to continuespreading the word to help protectmembers. “Any game or activity that createsexcitement and distracts people ofthe possible dangers around them—whether it’s our electrical facilities,traffic on a road, driving a vehicle—and at the same time potentiallybrings them in proximity to ourelectric equipment and lines, is amajor concern for all of us,” saidBranham.


: Winter will be here before weknow it, and I’m wondering if

more insulation could help keep myheating bills low. Where in my homeshould I look to add insulation?

: When you venture outdoors inthe winter without a hat and

coat, you obviously will feel muchcolder, much faster. Similarly, whenyour home is not properly sealed andinsulated, cold air sneaks in and heatescapes, making your heating systemwork harder and your home lesscomfortable. Sealing and insulatingyour home to efficient levels can cutyour heating and cooling costs by anaverage of 15 percent, and sometimesmuch more—all while making youmore comfortable in your home. Your attic is one of the first placesyou should consider insulating sinceit is usually accessible and easy toinspect for air leaks and insulationlevels. Additionally, most homes donot have enough attic insulation.Insulation standards for new homesincreased in 2012, and many homesbuilt before then do not have thecurrent recommended amount ofattic insulation. Insulation is graded by its “R-value” – the higher the R-value, thegreater the insulating power. TheNebraska Energy Office recommendsthe following R-values in thefollowing home areas: Attic – R-45 toR-60; Exterior walls – R-20 to R-30;Floors over unheated spaces – R-30;Basement walls and concrete slabs –R-10. How can you tell if your attic islacking in insulation? As a generalrule, if you go into your attic and cansee the ceiling joists on the attic floor,there is not enough insulation.

Hiring a trained energy auditor isone way to diagnose shortcomingswith insulation or any other energy-related issue. Check with your ruralelectric utility to see if they offerenergy audits or can refer you to alocal energy auditor. Your utility mayalso offer a rebate for adding atticinsulation.

Once you have determined that youneed more insulation in your attic,there are a few things you can dobefore laying down additionalinsulation: • If you currently store items likeholiday decorations in your attic,consider another suitable storagelocation in your home. If you mustuse your attic for storage, build aplatform high enough to allowinstallation of the recommended levelof insulation. • If you live in an older home, youshould check your attic’s electricwiring. Is the insulation around thewires degrading? Do you have knob

and tube wiring? In either case, youwill likely need to replace the wiringbefore proceeding. You will then need to decide whowill do the insulation work. If a “DIY”project interests you, you’ll need to dosome homework. Installinginsulation is messy, potentiallydangerous and requires specialequipment. Fortunately, there aremany experienced insulationcontractors. You should discuss a fewthings with the contractor before youagree to hire them: • Be sure that you or yourcontractor seals any air leaks, such asaround furnace flues and around anyexposed air ducts in the attic. Airleaks can bring warm, moist air fromyour home into the attic, which canreduce the insulation value andcreate mold. • Pay particular attention to yourattic door or hatch. This entry pointis a significant contributor to heatloss and heat gain in the home. • If you have existing atticinsulation, it is usually not necessaryto remove it unless it is wet, moldy orcontains animal waste. • Make sure there is sufficientventilation in the attic. Warmth andmoisture can build up in animproperly ventilated attic, whichcan lead to roof problems, such asroof rot or ice dams. There are two types of insulationthat you could place on your atticfloor: batt/roll or blown-in/loose fill.Blown-in insulation requires specialequipment to install, but it fills thespace better than batt insulation,which can leave gaps and voidswithout careful cutting andplacement around ceiling joists, ventsand other attic impediments. Before you get started, consult withyour local energy auditor orinsulation contractor. They can helpdetermine what type and material ofinsulation will work best in yourhome.

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major consumer of electricityin today’s home is the waterheater. Because of how

electric water heaters work, usingelectric resistance elements, theseunits max out inefficiency at about 96percent. As thegovernment andindustry seek ways toreduce energy use andthe resulting carbonemissions, they haveturned their attention tothe electric waterheater. After a lengthystudy, the Departmentof Energy issued rulesgoverning the efficiencyof electric water heatersthat went into effect in2015. The rules resulted in a jump inefficiency requirements for largerresidential electric water heaters.Enter the heat pump water heater(HPWH). Heat pumps have been in use forgeneral home heating and coolingsince their invention in the 1940s byRobert C. Webber . When the oilembargo of the 1970s brought the

need for improved efficiency to theforefront, heat pumps became animportant source of increased energyefficiency in the heating, ventilatingand air conditioning (HVAC) arena.

Heat pumps operateby usingcompressors,refrigerant, heatexchangers and thedifference in outsideair temperatureversus indoor tempsto produce heatingand cooling for homesand businesses.These unitshistorically have beenmost successful inareas with moderatewinter temperatures,

although advances in technology aremaking use in colder climates morefeasible. So, how does a HPWH function andwhat are its advantages anddisadvantages? In short, the HPWHabsorbs heat from the surroundingair using it to heat water within thetank. Because the HPWH uses heatpump technology, it can be up to 2.5

times more efficient than atraditional resistance electric waterheater. This means it will cost youless to produce hot water for yourhome and reduce carbon emissions. The following table details the keyadvantages and disadvantages of theHPWH. As with heat pumps forgeneral space conditioning, theHPWH will provide greater year-round savings in moderate climates. Like any new application of atechnology, the HPWH will benefitfrom steady improvements over time.They are undeniably more efficientthan electric resistance waterheaters and will pay for themselvesin a reasonable amount of time (2-3years or so). However, they may notbe the right choice in every situationand climate. If your water heater isover 10 years old, you should belooking at a replacement anyway toavoid the risk of water damageshould the tank fail. Take the time toweigh the pros and cons of theHPWH as a replacement and, if it isright for you, it is a choice that willpay dividends on your budget and incontributing to a reduction in carbonemissions.

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ipe vegetables, fresh herbsand fragrant spices all lendvibrant, bold flavors to

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Chicken: Crisco Olive Oil No-Stick Cooking Spray 1 tablespoon Crisco Pure Olive Oil or Crisco Light Tasting Olive Oil 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 (4 to 5 pound) whole chicken, rinsed with neck and giblets removed Salt and pepperGravy: 1/2 cup cold water 1/4 cup milk 1 (0.87 to 1.2 ounces) package chicken gravy mix 1/2 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon minced garlic1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Heat oven to 400°F. Spray ashallow roasting pan with rack withno-stick cooking spray.

Mix oil, oregano and garlic. Brushmixture over entire chicken. Seasonchicken liberally with salt andpepper. Place in prepared pan, breastside down; let stand 30 minutes.Turn chicken breast side up. Roast 65 to 70 minutes, bastingoccasionally. Chicken is done whenmeat thermometer registers 170°For when juices run clear whenthickest part of thigh is pricked.Transfer chicken to carving board;tent with aluminum foil. Allow torest 10 minutes. Skim grease from the pandrippings. Place 1/4 cup skimmedpan drippings into small saucepan.Add water, milk, gravy mix, oregano,garlic and lemon juice to pan. Cook,stirring constantly until gravythickens. Carve chicken. Place on servingplatter. Serve with warm lemon-garlic gravy.

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Reader Submitted Recipes

1 1-pound box linguine pasta 1 tablespoon salt, or to taste1/2 cup Crisco 100% Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 pints grape tomatoes (4 cups), cut in half 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Salt and pepper to taste 18 basil leaves, cut in thin strips3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus additional for garnish

Heat 6 quarts water to boiling. Addpasta and salt. Cook for the minimumrecommended time on packagedirections. While pasta cooks, preparesauce. Heat olive oil in large skillet onmedium heat. Add tomatoes andgarlic. Cook and stir 2 minutes oruntil tomatoes are soft. Remove fromheat. Stir in vinegar and pepperflakes. Drain cooked pasta. Add to skillet.Cook and stir 1 minute or until pastais coated and hot. Remove from heat.Season with salt and pepper. Stir inbasil and cheese. Serve withadditional cheese, if desired.

Mediterranean Linguine with Basiland Tomatoes

Ghool – Ade (Halloween Punch) 1 envelope Kool-Aid grape flavor 1 envelope Kool-Aid orange flavor 2 cups sugar 3 quarts cold water 1 bottle (quart or liter) ginger ale, chilled

Alyssa Boller, Farnam, Nebraska

S’mores Cupcakes1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup flour2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 3/4 cup milk

Ashley Cerny, Shelby, Nebraska

Dissolve Kool-Aid and sugar in water, chill. Add ginger ale just beforeserving. It’s black as midnight and frightfully delicious.

Hamburger Casserole 1 1/2 lbs. hamburger 1 stick Oleo 1 small box stovetop stuffing 1 can cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup 1 onion, chopped 3 stalks celery, chopped fine 1 1/3 cups hot water

Dolores Florian, Ord, Nebraska

Brown hamburger, onion and celery. Blend oleo in hot water with stuffing. Mixall together. Blend 1/2 cup water with soup. Mix all together and put in 9” X 13”casserole. Sprinkle with grated cheese. Bake 350 degrees for 30 – 35 minutes. Adda can of green beans or corn if desired.

In a small bowl combine graham cracker crumbs, flour and baking powder;set aside. Beat the butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer until lightand fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time. Beat well with each addition. Add thevanilla. Alternately add flour mixture with milk, beat well after each addition.Divide the batter into two muffin tins lined with 16 cupcake liners total. Bakeat 350 degrees for 22 – 25 minutes or until done. Cool in pans for 15 minutes.Remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack. For the icing, I use a vanilla whipped kind, store bought. It has the EXACTconsistency as gooey marshmallows. For the topping I sprinkle clumps of mini-marshmallows on aluminum foil and toast them in a toaster oven. Brown themto your liking, then scoop them off the foil and place them on the iced cupcakes.Then drizzle with chocolate syrup, add more crushed graham crackers and asmall chocolate square for the campfire effect.


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