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Are you missing out on family time, educational opportunities, smooth business operations, and enjoyable activities due to unreliable electricity or broadband? Ensure a complete and secure life with dependable, affordable electricity through our Who We Are page. Explore our Home Internet page for lightning-fast fiber internet and phone services. Every connection matters to us! We cater to homes, farms, churches, schools, and businesses, striving to enhance lives. Your interest in our cooperative’s efforts to enrich lives is deeply appreciated. Stay updated through our Newsroom.

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  • Storm
    News

    March 5, 2026

    Plan ahead for thunderstorms, lightning and floods! By the time you are aware of an approaching storm, you may not have much time to respond. Plan now for spring storms: https://www.cdc.gov/natural-disasters/about. via CDC
  • Clean for efficiency, Bloom your savings.
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    March 4, 2026

    Clean for efficiency, bloom your savings. Spring into cleaning for efficiency! Clean these often-forgotten items that will make your savings bloom: Vacuum fridge coils. Dust air ducts. Clean dryer vent. Scrub light fixtures. Clear the area around the HVAC system. Clean the vacuum’s filter.
  • Rural Missouri
    News

    February 27, 2026

    New Issue of the Rural Missouri Check out the latest issue of Rural Missouri: https://www.nxtbook.com/…/ruralmissouri/202603/index.php.
  • Smarthub outage
    News

    February 26, 2026

    Update: SmartHub & Payment Systems are back up working. SmartHub & Payment Systems Temporarily Unavailable We’ve been notified of a system outage that is currently affecting the SmartHub app and our ability to process payments over the phone and in person. During this time, members/subscribers will be unable to access account information, view usage, check […]
  • Disconnect Plug
    News

    February 25, 2026

    Don’t overload outlets! Never plug more than one high-wattage appliance into a single outlet. An overloaded outlet is a fire hazard. Stay safe!
  • Tips to avoid energy scams
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    February 25, 2026

    Tips to Avoid Energy Scams Enrolling in autodraft payments with your utility provider can help prevent certain types of utility bill scams. If a scammer contacts you with fake disconnection threats, you can rest easy knowing your bill is paid automatically through a pre-arranged, secure channel. Autodraft payments also eliminate the risk of exposing checks […]
  • We are our communities
    News

    February 24, 2026

    We’re rooted in community. Cooperatives like SEMO Electric work for the sustainable development of our communities through policies supported by the membership. That’s because we’re locally rooted, and we genuinely care about the people and local businesses we serve. Learn more at https://www.gosemo.com/about-us/who-we-are/. #CooperativePrinciples
  • SEMO Electric Cooperative
    News

    February 23, 2026

    Save Energy. Insulate it. #HomeEfficiencyTip: Properly insulate your attic. Insulation reduces heat losses and gains, saving you money AND improving comfort.
  • National engineers week
    News

    February 22, 2026

    National Engineers Week It’s never too early for STEM education! For #NationalEngineersWeek, SEMO Electric encourages you to nurture the little engineer or lineworker in your home.
  • Our members are our focus
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    February 21, 2026

    Our members are our focus. Experience the member-focused difference! We are working to ensure that every member of SEMO Electric has safe and reliable electricity and quality customer service. It doesn’t matter if you’re a business or residential member—we’ve got you covered.