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#EcoMonday: 10 Simple Ways to Save Electricity

If you’ve lived in or visited Texas at all this summer, you know what it’s like firsthand to experience scorching temps. As of today, DFW airport has tied the record for most 100-degree days in a year (69 days), according to the National Weather Service. Think we’ll break it tomorrow? As a result of this long-lasting heat wave, you may have noticed a higher-than-average electric … Read More…


A Blizzard in the Middle of a Heat Wave? Yes, Please!

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! And given the 100-degree weather, we also scream for rain. Yesterday, Nocona residents got both. “A miracle day,” according to Chris Keck, senior business development manager for First Choice Power, who lives and works in Nocona. Chris was looking for a fun way to thank his customers this summer. So he threw a DQ Blizzard … Read More…


Don’t Let the Heat Wave Get You Down – Enter to Win a Weatherization Kit!

Last week, we told you about ERCOT’s emergency procedures and how it is crucial to protect yourself and your home during a heat wave. As rolling blackouts can remain a threat during times of intense heat, it is important to take as much stress off the power grid as possible and follow a few steps to conserve energy. According to the Dallas Morning News, today’s … Read More…


Electricity Conservation During the Heat Wave and What It Means For You

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) released a recent statement in which they said they’re enacting emergency procedures due to the record high use of electricity during this heat wave. That means that there might not be enough electricity to meet the demands on the grid, which could lead to mandatory rolling blackouts and temporary power loss. So, what does this mean for you? … Read More…


“Hometown Spirit” Pro Hoops Finals Sweepstakes Update: We Catch Up With the Winner

How…about…them…MAVS! Congrats to Dirk and crew on the team’s first-ever NBA Championship title. What a win on Sunday – and a parade today! We also want to congratulate (again) the winner of our “Hometown Spirit” Pro Hoops Finals Sweepstakes 2011, Terry Giles from Justin, Texas! Because of the sweepstakes, Terry, and his son, Chris, were able to watch the Mavs beat the Heat, 86-83, in … Read More…


REMINDER: Enter Our Pro Hoops Finals Sweepstakes For a Chance to Win Two Tickets to Game 4!

After last night’s thriller in Miami, the Mavericks and Heat are now tied 1-1 in the 2011 NBA Finals. Game 3 is set for Sunday night, June 6, at the American Airlines Center, and Game 4 will be held the following Tuesday night. Wanna go? Here’s what you need to do: Enter First Choice Power’s “Hometown Spirit” Pro Hoops Finals Sweepstakes by clicking the “Sweepstakes” … Read More…


Busting Myths About Your AC

No appliance is happier about the relief from the triple-digit heat today than your AC. It’s been working hard this summer thanks to 16 days of 100+ weather in a row. You’ve probably heard a few rumors about your AC, and for today’s #EcoMonday we want to help provide five facts care of @YahooGreen. Should you leave your AC on while you’re at work? Does … Read More…