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Bluebonnet buildings, vehicles and employees go pink in October to support the fight against breast cancer
For the 13th consecutive year, Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative's buildings, vehicles and employees will be illuminated in pink during October to raise awareness of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Throughout October, Bluebonnet's member service centers in Bastrop, Brenham, Giddings, Lockhart and Manor will glow pink at night. Bluebonnet field crews will wear pink hard hats and service trucks will display pink ribbon decals.
Members can visit Bluebonnet's member service centers to receive a pink ribbon pin.
“Bluebonnet is proud to be one of the many organizations across Central Texas that participate in raising awareness every October,” said Matt Bentke, Bluebonnet’s general manager. “We encourage everyone to learn more about early detection, preventive measures, and signs and symptoms of breast cancer. It could make the difference in your life, or the life of someone you love.”
To learn more about breast cancer, visit the National Cancer Institute’s website at cancer.gov, the American Cancer Society at cancer.org, the National Breast Cancer Foundation at nationalbreastcancer.org or the Susan G. Komen Foundation at komen.org.
Have fun and stay safe with these Halloween tips
For little ghosts, glittering princesses and small superheroes, Halloween is a thrilling night of make-believe and spooky fun. But during the sugar-fueled race to the next porch, safety is paramount. Keep the magic alive with planning, parental supervision, eagle eyes and some essential items. Then the night can end with treats, not trouble.
- ACCOMPANY young children. Let them start trick-or-treating before sundown. You can always end early and continue the fun at home.
- STICK TO FAMILIAR routes, obey traffic signals and signs, and look both ways before letting kids cross roads. Try to keep them from running — uneven surfaces and curbs are lurking.
- PUT REFLECTIVE STICKERS or tape on costumes and candy bags so vehicles can see them. Consider face paint and makeup instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s vision.
- CARRY A FLASHLIGHT and accompany little goblins up long driveways or across large lawns.
- BRING SNACKS and water for longer walks in rural areas.
- SKIP DARK or secluded paths or houses, unless you know the owners.
- SET A GROUP MEETING PLACE for a certain time, especially if older siblings are racing ahead. Cell phone service could be spotty.
- INSPECT CANDY for torn wrappers, allergens or anything unfamiliar.
- DRIVERS, SLOW DOWN! Watch out for kids in dark costumes darting across roads.
