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Office ClosureMay 28 | Memorial Day

June 2018

Living classroom educates local students History recreated by school’s tradition and help from PTCI.Covered wagons and prairie skirts rush in organized chaos during a reenactment of Oklahoma’s Land Run. Every year Guymon Public Schools teaches 5th graders about this historic event’s hardship, lawlessness, and excitement at the outdoor living classroom.

PTCI’s cooperative values and community focus make volunteering for events like this a perfect match. In preparation, PTCI crews scooped overgrown grass and cattails out of the pond and removed unsafe tree limbs. PTCI grilled and served hot dogs at lunchtime for the hungry students and staff.

Connection to local communities is a value echoed deep within PTCI’s culture. To learn how you can give back, call a local school or community organization.

Meet your board officersPTCI’s Board of Trustees officers remain the same.

The PTCI Board of Trustees recently held their annual election of officers. Lonnie Bailey was reappointed to serve as President; Dennis Zimmer-man was reappointed to serve as Vice President, and Scott Martin was reappointed to serve as Secretary/Treasurer.

“The leadership provided by our board of trustees allows PTCI to stay progressive and always forward-mov-ing,” said Shawn Hanson, CEO of PTCI.

See your representative on PTCI’s website.

https://www.ptci.net/about/trustees/

Visit your local PTCI store and learn why we’re “Asking Why.”

In one fell swoop local kids enjoy a safer environment.

Hot dogs and stick horse stampedes are important parts of Land Run day. PTCI’s Jason Epp and Emanuel DeHerrera make sure the hot dogs are cooked perfectly.

Party like it’s 1889Oklahoma Land Run facts and surprises• Tent cities. By the end of the

day on April 22, 1889, both Oklahoma City and Guthrie established cities of around 10,000 people.

• Where was it? The land included part of the present-day Canadian, Cleveland, Kingfisher, Logan, Oklahoma, and Payne counties.

• Free land! An estimated 50,000 people lined up for their piece of the available two million acres.

• Boomers & Sooners. Boomers earned their nickname by campaigning for the opening of the lands. Sooners got their moniker by arriving a little too early.

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Amanda BollingerBeaver High School

Oklahoma State University

Bryce BagleyGuymon High School


Chandler DearminBalko High School

Oklahoma Panhandle State University

Dawson KinserTurpin High School


Grace JohnsonOklahoma School of Science & Math

Purdue University

Jaidyn BrittainHooker High School

Northern Oklahoma College Enid

Jason AquinoTurpin High School

West Texas A&M University

Lupita JimenezGuymon High School


Megan LemieuxForgan High School

Northern Oklahoma College

Mesa ComptonBoise City High SchoolArkansas Elite Welding Academy

Morgan HefleyFelt High School

Colorado Christian University

Nicholas BauerHomeschool


Payton BaylessGuymon High School

Seward County Community College

Rayli CunninghamLaverne High School


Shayla EastlandGuymon High School

University of Central Oklahoma

Shayna GloverGoodwell High School


Sidney SlattenForgan High School

Redlands Community College

Stacy JimenezHooker High School


Yesenie CanoHooker High School


Zachary LeagueHooker High School


2018 Scholarship Recipients

$1,000 given to local high school seniors to attend college or trade school.

Go Aggies! Seven students plan to attend Oklahoma Panhandle State University.

Twelve schools are represented by scholarship recipients.

Each year PTCI awards $20,000 in scholarships.

Get the 411

Learn the latest scoop about all things PTCI—our company, prod-ucts, and services on our official blog.

• Find the answers to common questions about PTCI services or products.

• Discover cool stuff you can do with these services that you might not know.

PTCI’s blog is user friendly. Check it out today.

https://www.ptci.net/blog/

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Smooth streaming aheadShed your streaming hassles with PTCI’s new service.

You’ve recently cut the cord. Or maybe you’ve thought about dropping traditional TV. Streaming TV is a newer concept. It can be intimidating, but don’t let that stop you. Lose the frustration of trying to figure it out, and call PTCI to help.

Lose the frustration of trying to figure it out, and call PTCI to help.

Don’t worry about referring to confusing manuals or memorizing set-up steps. Have one of our friendly experts walk you through the streaming service and device set-up process step-by-step for only $3.50 per month. Let us help you find which streaming options are best for you and your family. You’ll also get the bonus of troubleshooting support for your selected service.

Don’t be overwhelmed by the vast variety of streaming options. Call PTCI for support as you step into a cordless future. Talk to a Customer Service Representative today for more information and to sign up for streaming support. 580-338-2556

New Business Listings580-625-8248 TC IT Solutions, LLC | Beaver

580-652-1197 Ekkel Diesel Repair | Hooker

580-338-8282 Inklahoma Tattoo Studio | Guymon

580-338-7296 Panhandle Pioneer Pawn | Guymon

580-338-1110 Wing It Guymon | Guymon

Stay in the loop with PTCI’s blog.

PTCI Drive TestingPTCI is currently drive testing to improve your cellular coverage in the Oklahoma Panhandle.

You might notice:

• Marked PTCI vehicles on highways and rural roads

• Slow-moving PTCI vehiclesWe appreciate your patience while we complete this drive testing.

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Panhandle partnershipsMeet Madilyn Rider, PTCI’s intern from OPSU.

“I was born and raised in Guymon and graduated as valedictorian from Guymon High School in 2015. I’ve always had a passion for technology and knew of the great Computer Information Systems (CIS) program at OPSU. It was a natural fit for me as I was able to stay close to home while receiving a top notch, affordable education at Panhandle State. I am a double major in CIS and Marketing and I have a year left of my studies. I am the president of the campus computer club, AITP (Association of Information Technology Professionals). During one of our meetings, PTCI joined us as a guest speaker. It was there that I met Mitzi Dain and Janeth Hager, who later reached out and asked if I’d be interested in an internship in the PTCI IT Department.

I’m grateful to both Panhandle State and PTCI Being an IT intern at PTCI has been an amazing experience! I have the greatest coworkers and I get to do real IT work. It’s been fascinating and a great preparation for my future. My career goals are to work either in the IT or Marketing fields, doing something I love. I’m grateful to both Panhandle State and PTCI for all the experiences and knowledge I’ve gained from each!”

Wish grantedMuch needed grant money given to City of Guymon for park.

Listen to your favorite tunes on WiFi while you enjoy Sunset Lake at Thompson Park. PTCI’s Robert Elliot and Travis Clark present City of Guymon/IBTS’s Pete Headrick and David Harris a check to improve public safety at the park. As an added bonus, as a PTCI cell cus-tomer you can now use free WiFi while spending a sunny day outdoors.

Madilyn’s tech tips and tidbits

In a world usually made easier by technology, it occasionally causes trouble. Toss the trouble and re-member why you love technology with Madilyn’s quick tips.

1. Unplug. Sometimes the best way to deal with technology is to part with it for a bit. Set aside time in the day where you don’t have your phone in your hand.

2. Print your photos again with an app like Free Prints. You’ll clear up space on your phone if you delete them once printed.

3. Power your phone off and turn it on. If your phone seems slow, restarting it can help.

4. Invest in a screen protector and good case for your cell phone. A screen protector is cheaper to replace than the glass on your phone. PTCI has a large number of cases in stock.

5. Always carry a spare phone charger. You never know when you or a friend might need to charge an unexpected low battery.

6. Be aware of scammy emails and offers. If it looks fishy, it probably is. Think twice before clicking links. Always delete anything suspicious.

Madilyn is receiving her education at Oklahoma Panhandle State University. To learn more about the university and their CIS program, visit their website.

http://www.opsu.edu/

Six steps to simplify your technical world

To be qualified for a drawing for a $20 credit toward your PTCI services, mail your completed puzzle to: PTCI, Attn: Puzzle, PO Box 1188, Guymon, OK 73942, or drop it into the envelope with your monthly payment.

Name: __________________________

Phone: _________________________

Email: __________________________

Deanna James of Boise City was the lucky winner of our puzzle drawing. Deanna will receive a $20 PTCI bill credit. Congratulations!

Feeling flighty

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Bubbles, bulls, and broncsPTCI Supports Doc Gardner Rodeo and Pioneer Days.

OTA ScholarshipsEvery year the Oklahoma Telephone Association Foundation awards scholarships to suc-cessful applicants who are dependents of employees of OTA member telephone compa-nies such as PTCI.

Recipients of the $750 scholarship for the 2018-2019 school year are Jamie Lear, daughter of Jim Lear; Braedy Fields, son of Stephanie Chapman; Jordan Pritchard, daughter of Leslie Pritchard; and Jessie Rocha-Groves, daughter of Dennis Groves.

Congratulations to all of the scholarship recipients. Best wishes for your future endeavors!

Saddle upPTCI’s Mitch Beck-ley and OPSU’s president Tim Faltyn present the saddle for top all-around rodeo athlete to OPSU’s Will Martin at the Doc Gardner Me-morial Rodeo.

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What’s poppin’ Bubbles filled the air as PTCI took part in the Pio-neer Days Parade, Saturday, May 5, throwing out foam baseballs and candy to excited kids.

Spurs and sponsors PTCI plays a major role in helping produce the Pioneer Days Rodeo. PTCI sponsors a rop-ing box and the video board. PTCI cellular customers also enjoy free WiFi at the Henry C Hitch rodeo arena and the mercantile.

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