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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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  • Movie night done right!
    Fiber News

    March 9, 2026

    One small step for man… one giant leap for movie night. This stellar documentary is a cinematic event 50 years in the making. Built from newly discovered 65mm footage and more than 11,000 hours of uncatalogued audio, it takes you straight to the heart of Apollo 11 Moon Landing — the mission that first put […]
  • Semo electric phone number
    News

    March 8, 2026

    Do you have our number saved in your phone in case of an outage or emergency? It’s 800-813-5230. Feel free to give us a call with non-emergency questions, too.
  • Daylight saving time
    News

    March 7, 2026

    Daylight Saving Time Don’t forget to set your clocks forward tonight! How are you going to enjoy the extra hour of daylight tomorrow? #DaylightSavingTime
  • Call 811 before you dig.
    Fiber News

    March 6, 2026

    Before you start your next outdoor project, remember to Call Before You Dig! Whether you’re planting a tree, putting in a fence, or starting a new landscaping project, Missouri law requires you to contact Missouri 811 before digging. It’s fast, easy, and completely FREE. Also, give us a call if you need your GoSEMO Fiber […]
  • Take a break from screen and recharge.
    News

    March 6, 2026

    Take a break from screens and recharge. On #NationalDayOfUnplugging, take a break from screens, step outside, and recharge. Let’s embrace the power of unplugging to reconnect with what truly matters.
  • 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.
    News

    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!