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The HOEC office will be closed Friday July 3 in observance of Independence Day. In the event of a power interruption, outages may be reported with the SmartHub link at top-right of this website, or in the SmartHub mobile app, or by phone at 417-256-2131.

We wish you all a happy and safe Independence Day weekend!

Each year, Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative offers four $750 scholarships to area high schools. These high schools are rotated every year throughout the service area. The applications are sent to third-party judges to be reviewed and graded to ensure any bias is eliminated and the most qualified candidates are the recipients. This year, scholarships were awarded to one graduating senior at Alton, Bakersfield, Eminence and Willow Springs.

Protect your online accounts by enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) wherever possible. MFA adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second step, such as a code sent to your phone or an authentication app, beyond just your password. Even if a scammer steals your login information through phishing or data breaches, MFA can stop them from accessing your account.

To you, a power pole may look like a place to post a sign. To utility crews, it is critical equipment. Nails, staples and tacks can create hazards for lineworkers. A tear in a protective glove can result in electrocution. Please don’t post signs on utility poles... this is DANGEROUS and AGAINST THE LAW.

As temperatures rise, so does demand for electricity. During summer months, energy use typically peaks in late afternoon and early evening when air conditioners are working hardest... a friendly reminder that our peak summer hours are from 2 pm to 7 pm. Curb your usage and help us Beat the Peak.