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Only use tools with insulated grips to avoid electrocution when working inside and outside your home. #BeSafe

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Only use tools with insulated grips to avoid electrocution when working inside and outside your home. #BeSafe

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Gina Pixler’s finance classes give @PlumasUnified students a head start. Read her class agenda: https://www.ruralite.org/cut-save-big/

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From bait to tackle, much of your fishing gear can be reused. Find ways to rethink your #TackleBox: https://www.ruralite.org/3rs/ All Rights Reserved. Do Not Redistribute | Ruralite Services Social Media Support Program, April 2017 1

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Did you know there are 114,540 electrical lineworkers in the United States? We’re lucky to have [# of linemen] at our utility. #ThankALineman

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Do you have a budget? Get advice for keeping track of your spending: https://www.ruralite.org/finances/

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Eggs and potatoes go hand in hand with @PotatoGoodness’ breakfast strata. Explore a variety of egg dishes: https://www.ruralite.org/excellentegg/

Follow this step-by-step guide to improve your #PersonalFinances: https://www.ruralite.org/finances/

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Water heating consumes 90 percent of the energy used by your clothes washer, says @energystar. Switch to cold water. #EnergyTip

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Water heating consumes 90 percent of the energy used by your clothes washer, says @ENERGYSTAR. Switch to cold water. #EnergyTip

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Reimagine the power of panel portraits when photographing your subject: https://www.ruralite.org/photographcantdo/

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Cut down on carbs and use eggs as your crust. Try @bettycrocker’s pizza frittata and other egg-inspired recipes: https://www.ruralite.org/excellentegg/

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9 You already know rig, rod and reel. Incorporate three new Rs into your fishing routine: https://www.ruralite.org/3rs/

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If you have small children, install outlet covers and caps, and educate them about electrical safety. #BeSafe

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If you have small children, install outlet covers and caps, and educate them about electrical safety. #BeSafe

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Today is #LinemanAppreciationDay! Thank you to our linemen for keeping the lights on.

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Have you thanked a lineman today? Share a story of how a lineman has helped you. #ThankALineman

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Putting the heart into household savings, @HappyMoneySaver’s Karrie Truman shares tips and tricks. Find out her strategy: https://www.ruralite.org/cut-save-big/

You will never skip breakfast again with

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@ReadySetEat’s mushroom egg bakes. Find more make-ahead egg breakfasts: https://www.ruralite.org/excellentegg/

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Did you know lineworkers have the opportunity to travel the country? Some of our linemen relocated from [name a few states]. #ThankALineman

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Find happiness in saving money instead of spending money with useful advice from frugal living experts: https://www.ruralite.org/finances/ The rise in #ThriftyLiving led to successful websites, such as @thepennyhoarder. Explore this company’s frugal focus: https://www.ruralite.org/cut-save-big/

13Still debating light bulbs? Make the switch with the help of this lighting calculator: http://ow.ly/FsiC30abOT3 #EnergyTip

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Still debating light bulbs? Make the switch with the help of this lighting calculator: http://ow.ly/FsiC30abOT3 #EnergyTip

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Portraits offer a glimpse into a subject’s character. See your next shoot through a new lens: https://www.ruralite.org/photographcantdo/

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You already know rig, rod and reel. Incorporate three new Rs into your #FishingFriday: https://www.ruralite.org/3rs/

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From bait to tackle, much of your fishing gear can be reused. Find ways to rethink your tackle box: https://www.ruralite.org/3rs/ Lisa Mapuranga teaches #Parkland #Washington, residents how to coupon. Learn her strategies: https://www.ruralite.org/cut-save-big/

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Before you plant trees or bushes in your yard, look up and plant away from power lines. #BeSafe

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Before you plant trees or bushes in your yard, look up and plant away from power lines. #BeSafe

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Getting your personal finances on track is life changing, says @Surviving-and-Thriving blogger Donna Freedman. Read his financial philosophy: https://www.ruralite.org/cut-save-big/

18 Did you know the lineworker job growth rate is 11 percent? In the next five years, we’ll hire [# of positions] new employees. #ThankALineman

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Gina Pixler’s finance classes give Chester Junior-Senior High School students a #HeadStart. Read her class agenda: https://www.ruralite.org/cut-save-big/

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Cut down on carbs and use eggs as your crust. Try @bettycrocker’s pizza frittata and other egg-inspired recipes: https://www.ruralite.org/excellentegg/ Revisit the way you perceive portraits with this photographer’s insight on capturing spirit: https://www.ruralite.org/photographcantdo/

20A programmable thermostat can save up to 10 percent on heating and cooling costs, says @energygov. Consider installing one. #EnergyTip

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A programmable thermostat can save up to 10 percent on heating and cooling costs, says @energy. Consider installing one. #EnergyTip

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Think outside the tackle box when sorting through your fishing treasures and trash. https://www.ruralite.org/3rs/

21Do you think #FinancialFreedom is unattainable? Start small by making these lifestyle changes: https://www.ruralite.org/finances/

22 [Share your utility’s renewable energy efforts.]

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No matter its form, electricity is deadly. #BeSafe around transmission towers, distribution lines and transformer boxes.

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No matter its form, electricity is deadly. #BeSafe around transmission towers, distribution lines and transformer boxes.

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Do you think financial freedom is unattainable? Start small by making these lifestyle changes: https://www.ruralite.org/finances/

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25 Did you know a lineman’s gear weighs about 50 pounds? #ThankALineman

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A person’s character cannot be portrayed in a single image, says David LaBelle. Rethink your photography: https://www.ruralite.org/photographcantdo/

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Take your egg salad from good to great with dilled shrimp. Find more ways to dress up eggs: https://www.ruralite.org/excellentegg/ Getting your #PersonalFinances on track is life changing, says blogger @DLFreedman. Read his financial philosophy: https://www.ruralite.org/cut-save-big/

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As the days get brighter, switch off the lights and open the blinds to let the sun to brighten your home. #EnergyTip

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As the days get brighter, switch off the lights and open the blinds to let the sun to brighten your home. #EnergyTip

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Reimagine the power of panel portraits when photographing your subject: https://www.ruralite.org/photographcantdo/

A person’s character cannot be portrayed in a single image, says @labelledave. Rethink your photography: https://www.ruralite.org/photographcantdo/

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Think outside the tackle box when sorting through your fishing treasures and trash. https://www.ruralite.org/3rs/ Do you have a budget? Get advice for keeping track of your spending: https://www.ruralite.org/finances/

29Eggs and potatoes go make a delicious breakfast strata. Explore a variety of egg dishes: https://www.ruralite.org/excellentegg/

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The rise in thrifty living led to successful websites, such as @thepennyhoarder. Explore this company’s frugal focus: https://www.ruralite.org/cut-save-big/

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