Date: February 2007
Project: Automated Meter Reading Program
Client: Wiregrass Electric Cooperative

Wiregrass Electric Cooperative had important news for its members. It needed to accurately and clearly present technological and billing information that would change the way it did business with its members. This cooperative was converting to an electronic meter reading service that would improve WEC’s customer service, enhance productivity, and save its members money. This message was presented in a publication, The Wiregrass Extra, a direct mail newsletter to inform members of the benefits of this new technology. Its pages clearly showed members that the cooperative was making it easier to do business them. Members learned how their new billing cycle would be converted, and the efficiency of using the new technology.

Date: July/August 2007
Project: Connected magazine
Client: Farmers Telecommunications Cooperative

The July/August 2007 issue of Connected is a good example of Farmers Telecommunications Cooperative’s efforts to keep the community connected. Inside its pages, readers found news of FTC’s scholarship and competition winners and a preview to the FTC Annual Meeting. Features included a story about a Harley Davidson repair shop, a new splash park in the service area and a feed mill that is so old the age of the building has not been determined. Standard departments of the magazine included an article from the general manager, upcoming events, and the popular Sand Mountain Kitchens.

Date: August 2007
Project: The Communicator magazine
Client: New Hope Telephone Cooperative

The August 2007 issue of The Communicator is an example the cooperative’s heart for the community. This month’s pages contained an update of a young boy with cancer who had just received a bone marrow transplant. Other stories included a local high school graduate who is now touring nationally with a Christian music group, and a story about a group of Alumni who are forming new support for their alma mater’s football team. As always readers found a word from the manager, photos of family and friends, and a page full of new recipes to try.

Date: November 15, 2006
Project: Connected magazine
Client: Farmers Telecommunications Cooperative

The September/October 2006 issue of Connected illustrates a good mix of company and community news. Within its pages, readers found coverage of the cooperative’s annual meeting, as well as promotional information and other cooperative news. Feature stories ranged from a rock star with local roots to a local teenager playing gospel piano on the national stage. Standard departments included an article from the general manager, upcoming events, and the ever-popular Sand Mountain Kitchens.

Of Note: WordSouth developed the concept of Connected 10 years ago. We have produced the magazine for FTC ever since, constantly refining the publication to offer the very best to its readers and to our client. For the past two years, Connected has been named the best publication in its category in the country by the National Telecommunications Cooperative Association.