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Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation provides reliable, affordable energy to 50,000 residential and commercial consumers in Chester, Crockett, Fayette, Hardeman, Haywood, Henderson, Lauderdale, Madison, McNairy, Shelby and Tipton counties. We are a not-for-profit, consumer-owned cooperative that is committed to the communities we serve.
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Southwest Tennessee Electric completes power restoration following Winter Storm Fern
Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation (STEMC) has completed power […]
Our entire service territory is currently under a tornado watch until 11 p.m. today, April 27. Please take a moment to review the storm safety tips listed in the graphic and remain weather aware throughout the evening.
If you experience a power outage, you can report it through the following options:
• Live Outage Map: map.stemc.com
• Call: 1-888-440-1990
• Text “OUT” to 1-888-440-1990
We encourage everyone to stay alert, have multiple ways to receive weather updates, and be prepared to seek shelter quickly if conditions worsen. ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy Arbor Day from Southwest Tennessee Electric! 🌱
Trees make our communities more beautiful, provide shade, and support a healthier environment. As we celebrate today, we’re reminded of the importance of proper tree planting and maintenance—especially around power lines—to keep everyone safe and our service reliable. ... See MoreSee Less
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🚨 BEWARE OF SCAMS! 🚨
Scammers are targeting our members, pretending to be representatives from Southwest Tennessee Electric. They may ask for personal information like passwords or banking details.
📵 Don’t take the bait!
✅ Never share personal info over the phone
✅ Don’t click suspicious links
✅ Do not share your passwords with anyone
If you are unsure if a call is legit, hang up immediately. ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy Administrative Professionals Day to two who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes!
We are so grateful for our Vice President of Human Resources and Human Resources Assistant for their hard work, organization, and dedication to our team each and every day. From supporting our employees to keeping things on track, your impact does not go unnoticed.
Thank you for all that you do! ... See MoreSee Less
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After 33 years of dedicated service, we are proud to celebrate the retirement of David Watson, who concluded his career as Line Foreman in our Covington District.
Throughout his career, David served Southwest Tennessee Electric members with hard work, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to keeping the lights on. His dedication and impact on our co-op and community will be felt for years to come.
Please join us in thanking David for his years of service and wishing him a happy, healthy, and well-deserved retirement! ⚡ ... See MoreSee Less
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The Atoka office lobby will be closed on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, for repairs.
Members can still make payments using the kiosk and drive-thru during this time. The Covington office lobby will also remain open to assist with any in-person needs.
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