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LINEMAN APPRECIATION DAY Every year, utilities across the country celebrate National Lineman Appreciation Day in April to express gratitude for lineworkers and field representatives. Alabama Power recognizes the hard work and dedication of these employees for the company and the communities they serve. National Lineman Appreciation Day, observed annually on April 18, was established by Congress in 2013 to "recognize linemen, the profession of linemen and contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety." The bill acknowledged that linemen are often first responders during storms and other catastrophic events; their work continues 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to ensure reliable electricity; and they often work under challenging conditions, at times away from their families, to construct and maintain the country's energy infrastructure. "I'm proud of the craft, knowledge and skill our linemen provide every day," said Senior Vice President of Power Delivery Scott Moore. "I think it is incredibly important that we take a day to just say, 'Thank you,' and show our appreciation for the great work these skilled craftsmen display day in and day out." International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers System Council U-19 Business Manager Casey Shelton said, "Keeping the lights on for customers requires hard work and great team collaboration. It is an honor to recognize the tireless efforts of our linemen, field personnel and support teams as we work hard to power our state." Alabama's Lineman Appreciation Day, designated by the Legislature as the first Monday in June, acknowledges the dedication of lineworkers statewide to serving their communities. For some, the work of a lineman runs in the family. Stanley Buchanon, now a crew leader in substation maintenance in Southern Division, has been with the company for more than 38 years. His son, Stanley Antoine "Buck" Buchanon, joined the company six years ago and is a lineman in Tuscaloosa. Growing up, Buck saw his dad work long hours as a lineman. Stanley would often come home long after everyone had gone to bed and leave before everyone had awoken. Now that he's in a similar role (even though he never really planned on it), Buck recognizes the importance of the job his dad did and how dependent customers are on lineworkers. As expected for someone who has worked at Alabama Power for nearly four decades, Stanley says a lot has changed during his tenure. "Everything used to be manual, but now so much is automated or battery-operated," he said. "It's so much easier on manpower with new technology. We can do things a lot safer and more quickly now." Lineworkers across the country are often called upon to help other utilities in areas that have been affected by major storms. In 2021, Alabama Power sent crews to Mississippi, Texas, Louisiana, 1 A Family Affair FATHER, SON PROUD TO GET CUSTOMERS' POWER BACK ON Stanley Buchanon and his namesake "Buck" have 44 years of combined service to Alabama Power

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