Year: 2019
KUA | Archives for 2019 |
Year: 2019
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4 Safety Tips for National Arbor Day
Today is National Arbor Day, a holiday in which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant and care for trees. Before you start planting, here are some safety tips to consider: Call before you dig. Before digging, it’s important to be sure there isn’t a risk of any underground lines. To verify, call 8-1-1 before…
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KUA Wins 8 Regional Public Relations Awards
KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 24, 2019 – Kissimmee Utility Authority won eight awards at the 2019 Image Awards, an annual competition sponsored by the Orlando Area Chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association. The winners were announced Tuesday evening in a ceremony held at Rollins College in Winter Park. The Image Awards competition recognizes companies and…
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10 Energy-Saving Tips for Passover and Easter Cooking
As we prepare to spend Passover and Easter this weekend with family and friends, Kissimmee Utility Authority reminds you that extra cooking and baking can cause electric bills to go up. Consider these 10 simple cooking tips to help keep energy costs down during the celebrations: When using an electric oven, cook as much of…
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3 Reasons to Schedule Your Spring A/C Tune Up
With this weekend’s temperatures hitting the 90s and summer fast approaching, now is the perfect time to schedule your A/C tune up. Late spring and summer are usually peak times for blasting the A/C. By scheduling a professional tune-up before peak temperatures, you can prepare your home and family for the heat. Here are three…
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It’s the Law: Slow Down, Move Over for Utility Workers
April is National Distracted Driving Month. Being aware of your surroundings and avoiding any distractions is a critical way to avoid major car accidents with stopped vehicles and workers on the side of the road. Kissimmee Utility Authority reminds all motorists to “Move Over” for stopped utility and emergency service vehicles. Florida’s Move Over Law…
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Utility to Stage Mock Disaster Thursday
KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 3, 2019 – Hundreds of Kissimmee Utility Authority employees will take part in a mock disaster drill on Thursday, April 4 to test the readiness of the utility for this year’s hurricane season. The four-hour drill will involve a wide range of activities, including both live-action training and table top exercises. Activities…
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Kissimmee Linemen Lasso 2 Trophies at National Rodeo
KISSIMMEE, Fla., April 1, 2019 – Kissimmee Utility Authority linemen brought home high marks and two trophies from Saturday’s Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo in Colorado Springs, Colorado — the Super Bowl of electric linemen. Hosted by the American Public Power Association, the rodeo attracted 78 teams and 130 apprentices from utilities across the U.S. who…
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Kite-Flying Safety: 5 Important Rules
Kite flying can be a fun hobby, especially in the spring. With a bit of practice and a good breeze, anyone can launch a kite with ease. Before flying any kite, though, it’s important to be safe because kites and electricity don’t mix. Kissimmee Utility Authority offers these simple safety tips to help make kite…
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KUA to Host Free Movie in the Park Featuring Disney’s ‘Moana’
KISSIMMEE, Fla., March 28, 2019 – Kissimmee Utility Authority, in partnership with the City of Kissimmee, will host its final Movie in the Park of the season on Friday, April 5 on the veterans lawn of Kissimmee Lakefront Park. The event will feature the Disney animated musical adventure film “Moana,” shown on a giant 32-foot…
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Kissimmee Linemen to Compete in National Lineworker Rodeo in Colorado
KISSIMMEE, Fla., March 25, 2019 – Seven linemen from Kissimmee Utility Authority will travel to Colorado Springs, Colorado this week to compete in Saturday’s 2019 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo. Hosted by the American Public Power Association, the annual event attracts top linemen from utilities across the United States to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in…