Mon Power Invites Customers to Enter "Summer of Cool" Photo Contest

FAIRMONT, W.Va., June 30, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- For many West Virginians, summer is the season of backyard barbeques, reading on the patio, and relaxing on the deck under the stars.  Monongahela Power (Mon Power) is inviting its customers to show off these outdoor living spaces for a chance to win prizes in the company's inaugural "Summer of Cool" Photo Contest.  

Submit a photo of your personal retreat – whether it's a tiny balcony or a spacious backyard – through the Mon Power Facebook page (www.facebook.com/MonPowerWV) until July 10.  Up to 10 finalists will be selected by Mon Power based on criteria such as overall design, decor, outdoor lighting and appeal.  Finalists' photos will be posted on Facebook for public voting from July 11 until July 21.

The grand prize winner will receive a $200 Visa^® gift card and two light bulbs containing Bluetooth speakers. The first prize winner will receive a $100 gift card. 

More information, including complete contest rules, will be posted to the Mon Power Facebook page.  The "Summer of Cool" contest is open only to Mon Power customers who are legal residents of West Virginia and who are at least 18 years of age.  Only one entry per household will be accepted.  Employees and family members of FirstEnergy, Mon Power or its advertising agency are not eligible.

Mon Power is a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) and serves about 385,000 customers in 34 West Virginia counties. Connect with Mon Power on Twitter @MonPowerWV, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MonPowerWV, and online at www.mon-power.com.   

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SOURCE FirstEnergy Corp.