Shining Bright at Madison Parade & County Fair
Saturday | July 15, 2023

In REC tradition, Apprentice Linemen Justin Gilman and Collin Burnett drove a bucket truck in the Madison County Firemen’s Parade on Wednesday, July 12. 

Two days later, REC enjoyed a busy night at the Madison County Fair. Dillion Sheads, Lead Lineman; Don Diamantis, Lineman; Brandon Walker, Apprentice Lineman; Kevin Fines, Apprentice Lineman; Dustin Williams, Lineman; and Gilman brought the live line safety demonstration and bucket truck. Member Service Representatives DeWayne Close and Jason Skaggs mingled with the community as they spun the prize wheel for some REC swag.

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