Bonnie R Jacobsen - NV RE License S.0056620

10/19/2025

LCPD1 Pioche, NV
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Keeping our power in service, no matter the time of day or night, no matter how harsh the weather...

In the small town of Willcox, Arizona, something very unusual happened in June this year — a bear got stuck on top of a tall power pole!

The young brown bear had climbed about 40 feet up and was dangerously close to live electrical wires carrying 7,200 volts. If the bear touched them, it could have been seriously hurt or killed. People nearby were shocked and quickly called the local power company, Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative (SSVEC), for help.

Two workers, Werner Neubauer and his apprentice Efren Gallego, rushed to the scene. Their first move was to shut off the power to keep the bear safe. Then Werner carefully approached the bear in a bucket truck, carrying a long fiberglass stick used for safety.

At one point, the bear even covered its eyes — almost like it was scared or shy. But Werner stayed calm and gently guided the bear to start climbing back down.

To everyone’s relief, the bear eventually made it down safely and ran off into the desert.

This heartwarming rescue showed how brave and quick-thinking utility workers can be — not just fixing power lines, but also saving lives, even when it's a bear!

10/19/2025

10/18/2025

🌲🚗 The forest has children too...

In one split second, headlights can mean life or death not just for us, but for the quiet families that share our roads.
In one split second, headlights can mean life or death not just for us, but for the quiet families that share our roads.

Drive with care. Every life matters.

10/18/2025

Autumn roads become busier with deer, turkeys, and other animals moving across their ranges. Stay alert, use headlights wisely, and respect their presence. Driving with care keeps both wildlife and people safe through the season. 🚗🦌

10/15/2025

Valuable information
Pay attention
Drive carefully
Slow down

November 3rd: Daylight Saving Time ends.
You get an extra hour of sleep. I get killed on the highway.
Here's why:
When clocks "fall back," your evening commute happens at dusk—exactly when deer are most active.
The Facts:

Deer-vehicle collisions SPIKE 300% the week after DST ends
October-November = deer mating season (bucks are distracted, reckless)
1.5 million deer-vehicle collisions per year in the US
200 human deaths, 26,000 injuries annually
$10 billion in vehicle damage

Why this happens:

Deer move at dawn and dusk (crepuscular)
Your commute suddenly overlaps with their active hours
Rutting bucks chase does across roads without looking
You're driving in the dark, going too fast

What YOU can do:

Slow down at dusk (5-7 PM in November)
If you see one deer, expect 5 more (they travel in groups)
Don't swerve—brake firmly and stay in your lane
High beams in rural areas (see reflective eyes sooner)

I don't want to die. You don't want a totaled car.
Slow. Down.
– 🦌 The Deer in Your Headlights

04/20/2025

04/20/2025

Helen Mirren once said: Before you argue with someone, ask yourself, is that person even mentally mature enough to grasp the concept of a different perspective. Because if not, there's absolutely no point.
Not every argument is worth your energy. Sometimes, no matter how clearly you express yourself, the other person isn’t listening to understand—they’re listening to react.
They’re stuck in their own perspective, unwilling to consider another viewpoint, and engaging with them only drains you.
There’s a difference between a healthy discussion and a pointless debate.
A conversation with someone who is open-minded, who values growth and understanding, can be enlightening—even if you don’t agree. But trying to reason with someone who refuses to see beyond their own beliefs? That’s like talking to a wall. No matter how much logic or truth you present, they will twist, deflect, or dismiss your words, not because you’re wrong, but because they’re unwilling to see another side.
Maturity isn’t about who wins an argument—it’s about knowing when an argument isn’t worth having. It’s realizing that your peace is more valuable than proving a point to someone who has already decided they won’t change their mind. Not every battle needs to be fought. Not every person deserves your explanation.
Sometimes, the strongest thing you can do is walk away—not because you have nothing to say, but because you recognize that some people aren’t ready to listen. And that’s not your burden to carry.