Black History Month-Strong Women & Other Influencers

By Marika Merritt, Business Systems Supervisor, Paducah Power System There are so many famous Black figures in our past and present that I could point out whose stories have garnered the attention and respect of, not just of those of us in the Black community, but...

Black History Month-Family Footsteps

Jeff Oliver, First Class Journeyman Lineman/Heavy Equipment Operator PPS Lineman Jeff Oliver knew at an early age he wanted to be a lineman, and that desire came from watching his dad, Jeff Oliver, Sr., who was a lineman for 38 years. To a seven-year-old boy, growing...

Black History Month-Spiritual Influence

Beverly Wade-Customer Service Manager Tucked among some trees on a narrow side road in southern Illinois sits New Bethel Baptist Church. It’s the place where PPS Customer Service Manager Beverly Wade attends twice a week for services and bible study. It’s her...

Black History Month-Following the Example

From Monica Chandler, Customer Service Representative at the Contract Desk  “I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.” ― Dr. Martin Luther...

Black History Month-Beauty Shop Bonds

Jasmine Hill-Beauty Shop Bonds For PPS Customer Service Representative Jasmine Hill, a trip to the beauty shop is more than self-care and pampering. It’s a connection with strong women of all ages who have guided and supported her all her life. That link began with...

Black History Month-Michael Benton Reflects on His Dad

Redell Benton made his place in Paducah history as the city’s first Black Fire Chief, but Paducah Power Meter Installer/Collector Michael Benton, who called him “dad”, is most proud of the type of father Redell was. “He was a better dad than anything,” said Michael....