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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 is accepting applications for two OSP Fiber Specialist positions: one in our Western District and one in our Eastern District.
Interested candidates can view the job description and complete an application at stemc.com/careers.
Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
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Southwest Members Care Grant Applications Are Open!
Southwest Members Care is accepting grant applications from qualifying organizations for projects that benefit communities within the Southwest Tennessee Electric service area.
Application Deadline: September 30, 2026
Grants Awarded: October 2026
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🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July!
Today, as our nation celebrates 250 years of freedom, we’re grateful to serve the communities that make Southwest Tennessee feel like home.
From all of us at Southwest Tennessee Electric, we wish you a safe, fun, and meaningful Independence Day with family and friends. ❤️🤍💙⚡ ... See MoreSee Less
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July is National Grilling Month, and cooking outdoors is one of the simplest ways to keep your home more comfortable during summer heat. This month, bypass additional heat from the oven and fire up the grill instead. ☀️🥩 ... See MoreSee Less
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Warmer days can mean higher power use. Here are good ways to conserve energy, stay cool, and be budget conscious!
• Set your thermostat between 75 - 78 degrees or a temperature that is both safe and comfortable.
• Use larger appliances like washers, dryers and dishwashers after 8 p.m.
• Cool off with a small fan and set ceiling fans to counterclockwise to pull hot air up and keep air moving.
• Prepare your meals in microwaves or other small appliances, or use an outside grill to avoid heating up the house. ... See MoreSee Less
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