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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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  • A frayed cord could spark trouble!
    News

    March 19, 2026

    A frayed cord could spark trouble! Freshen up your spring-cleaning routine by checking electrical cords for signs of wear. A frayed cord could spark trouble! Ensure a safe environment by preventing potential electrical hazards. #SpringSafety #ElectricalChecks
  • Time for a tune-up!
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    March 18, 2026

    Have your HVAC serviced. #DYK you should have your HVAC serviced annually? Spring is a great time to have your HVAC serviced to prepare yourself for the coming season and the rest of the year.
  • Team Semo return form mississippi Feb 26
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    March 18, 2026

    SEMO Electric Sends Team to Mississippi Six members of Team SEMO traveled to Pontotoc, Mississippi, to assist Pontotoc Electric Power Association with power restoration following Winter Storm Fern. Pontotoc is about 250 miles south of Sikeston and west of Tupelo. The Missouri crews joined other mutual aid teams working around the clock to assess damage, […]
  • Gosemo st pat
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    March 17, 2026

    Happy St. Patrick’s Day “May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow and may trouble avoid you wherever you go.” – Traditional Irish blessing Wishing you a day filled with good fortune, warm smiles and a little Irish luck along the way. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
  • Stay updated with our online outage map.
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    March 16, 2026

    Stay updated with our online outage map. When a storm affects your power, SEMO Electric works to restore outages as quickly and safely as possible. Our online outage map will keep you updated on our restoration efforts: https://www.gosemo.com/outages-safety/outage-center/
  • 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
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    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
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    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 […]