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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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  • Fiber News

    March 16, 2026

    March Madness is here! Don’t miss a buzzer-beater. With fast, reliable fiber internet, catching every tournament moment is easy. Here are a few ways to stream the games: NCAA March Madness Live – The official app available on iOS, Android, Fire TV, and Roku. Watch every game (TV provider login required for extended viewing). Paramount+ […]
  • Storm
    News

    March 16, 2026

    Storm Update 3/16/2026 7:09am After nearly 12 hours of restoration work following the storm, crews are wrapping up repairs from an outage that included 11 broken poles. At the height of the outage, over 1,000 members were without power, and thanks to the hard work and dedication of our crews, we are now down to […]
  • Storm update March 2026
    News

    March 16, 2026

    Storm Update 5:52 am: Power has been restored to the Town of Diehlstadt, but crews are still working to restore service along Highway 77. So far, 5 of the 7 damaged poles have been set, and crews continue working to complete the remaining repairs as quickly and safely as possible. Thank you for your patience […]
  • Test your GFCI's
    News

    March 15, 2026

    Test Your GFCIs Before you spring into action with yardwork and home improvement projects, check your outlets! Have a professional install GFCI outlets outdoors—or anywhere water and electricity could make contact. Already have GFCIs? Be sure to test them! Learn how at https://www.esfi.org/ground-fault-circuit…/… via Electrical Safety Foundation International
  • March 15 2026 Storm
    News

    March 15, 2026

    Preparing for March 15, 2026, Storms The storm is expected to arrive within the next few hours in our area. Please take a few minutes now to prepare. Charge your phones and portable chargers. Make sure you have flashlights, batteries, bottled water, and nonperishable food ready. If you rely on refrigerated medicines or power-dependent medical […]
  • March 12 2026 Significant weather incoming
    News

    March 15, 2026

    Be Weather Aware Today Changing weather conditions are possible throughout the day, so please stay alert and keep an eye on local weather updates. Have a plan in place in case warnings are issued. If you experience a power outage or see a downed power line, stay far away and keep others away as well. […]
  • Blacklight Bingo
    Fiber News

    March 14, 2026

    Blacklight Bingo was a glowing success! GoSEMO Fiber and SEMO Electric Cooperative were proud to sponsor Blacklight Bingo, and we had a great time enjoying a night full of fun and lots of laughs. The best part was seeing our communities come together to support the amazing children of the Kenny Rogers Children’s Center. Thank […]
  • Clean for efficiency, Bloom your savings.
    News

    March 14, 2026

    #HomeEfficiencyTip: Save Energy. Clean It. Clean or replace your HVAC filters frequently—dirt, dust and allergens decrease your filters’ efficiency. A good rule of thumb is to change or wash your filters every 90 days.
  • District VI
    News

    March 13, 2026

    Building a Stronger Cooperative Network SEMO Electric had the opportunity to host directors and leaders from six cooperatives today as part of District VI (one of six districts as part of Missouri Electric Cooperatives) and honoring the cooperative principle of cooperation among cooperatives. Representatives from Black River Electric Cooperative – Missouri, Citizens Electric Corporation, M&A […]
  • Your electric bill and your neighbor's don't compare.
    News

    March 13, 2026

    Your electric bill and your neighbor’s don’t compare. Comparing electricity bills with a friend or neighbor is like comparing apples to oranges! Factors like appliances, HVAC systems, square footage, insulation, and the number of people living in the home can affect usage. If you have questions about your electricity bill, contact us at 800-813-5230.