Rolling electricity blackouts avoided due to reduced consumption

Friday, July 22nd, 2011, 11:29am

Rolling blackouts were avoided Thursday due to early power supply warnings and reduced consumption.

That is according to officials with Citizens Electric Company (CEC).

Thursday, the Midwest Independent System Operator (MISO) alerted utilities across the Midwest that there could be an unexpected power supply shortage due to excessive electricity consumption.

As a result of warnings and reduced usage, CEC's distribution system load dropped more than 17 megawatts (MW), a very significant 6.7 percent decrease, which prevented a new record peak for July.

The utility's all-time system peak occurred last August when the maximum supplied to members at one time was 277.5 megawatts (277,500,000 watts).

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Electric co-ops ask customers to reduce electricity use

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff

Thursday, July 21st, 2011, 10:22pm

Several electric cooperatives in southeast Missouri and southern Illinois are asking customers to minimize their use of electricity from noon until 7 p.m. on Thursday.

The Midwest Interconnection System Operator (MISO) has forecasted a generation shortfall within the MISO operating area between noon 7 p.m. Thursday.

MISO has requested the voluntary load reduction due to the hot, humid weather, to help ensure reliable generation of delivery of electricity throughout the Midwest.

Reducing the electric usage can minimize the impact of this electric power shortage and help keep costs down.

These tips come from Citizens Electric Coop:

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Nominate someone you know for the Mo. Older Worker of the Year contest

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011, 3:30pm

PERRY COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - The state of Missouri is looking for your nominations for their annual Older Worker of the Year contest.

The contest looks to honor a Missouri resident who is 60 or older, employed at least 20 hours a week and shows dependability and new skills on the job.

The winner and regional finalists will be recognized at a two-day awards ceremony in Jefferson City, Mo. in November.

"Older workers play a vital role in our economy," said Margaret Donnelly, director of the Department of Health and Senior Services, which is helping to sponsor the contest. "They're highly valued for qualities such as judgment, commitment to quality, attendance and punctuality. Companies who recruit mature workers can attract top talent in a changing workforce."

The Older Worker of the Year for 2010 was Nina George, a teacher's aide for 44 years.

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Red Cross blood drive

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011, 1:07pm

PERRYVILLE, MO (KFVS) - The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive on Tuesday, July 26 at the Perry Park Center.

The blood drive will be from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Perry Park Center is located at 800 City Park Drive.

You can click here to set up an appointment to donate.

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"Pocket Ranger" mobile app available for Mo. state parks

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Monday, July 18th, 2011, 10:32am

"Pocket Ranger" mobile app available for Mo. state parks

PERRY COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - A new, free app for smartphones is designed to give visitors convenient access to detailed state park information.

The app is currently available for the Apple iPhone and is coming soon to Android.

"Our amazing state parks are timeless in what they offer and these new mobile applications will make sure today's visitors have the latest technology to easily access information about them," said Bill Bryan, Missouri State Parks director.

The free lite version of the "Pocket Ranger Mobile Tour Guide" helps you find a state park by location or activity. It features things like a Trails menu in each park page that makes it easier for hikers and biker to see a list of available trails. The trail's description can help you find a trail to match your ability.

Additional features are available by upgrading to the Pro version.

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Perryville campground still open after fire Wednesday

Submitted by KFVS Web Staff

Friday, July 15th, 2011, 10:04am

Perryville campground still open after fire Wednesday

The owner of the Perryville campground that had a reported fire Wednesday evening says the campground is still open.

Ed Meadows, the owner, said Friday everything is still open, but they are operating out of a temporary office.

The Perryville fire chief and fire crews were on the scene of the fire reported on Wednesday evening.

It happened at 300 Eastlake Drive.

According to Asst. Fire Chief William Jones the fire damaged the main building at the campground.

Jones said firefighters from Perryville and Biehle quickly got it under control.

One man inside went to the hospital for smoke inhalation, according to Jones.

The building suffered quite a bit of smoke damage. Jones said the exact cause of the fire is unclear, but it appears to be electrical.

No one else was hurt in the blaze, said Jones.

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MoDOT: New construction program to be cut in half

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Thursday, July 14th, 2011, 12:06pm

MoDOT: New construction program to be cut in half

PERRY COUNTY, MO (KFVS) - According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, a new state five-year highway construction program was approved Wednesday, but the program is only half the size of recent years.

The new program is about $600 million a year rather than the average of $1.2 billion and MoDOT says Missourians will be seeing very few new projects during the next few years.

"We've known this grim situation was coming," said Kevin Keith, Missouri Department of Transportation director, "We have fallen off a cliff."

Keith said the sharp decline in funds means the investment that supported Missouri jobs, improved roads and bridges and increased safety is in jeopardy.

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