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Today we honor the brave men and women who risk their lives to keep us safe. Thank you for your courage, dedication and sacrifice.

Join us in showing appreciation for our heroes:

Get rid of goosebumps by eliminating ghostly drafts! The winter chill is just around the corner, so now is the time to seal air leaks around your home. Apply caulk and weatherstripping around drafty windows and doors to make your home more comfortable and lower energy use.

As consumers' energy needs evolve over time, we're able to respond and adapt to your preferences. As an electric cooperative, we can make adjustments based on your needs and provide the energy programs and services you care about most.

Does your teen know what to do in an accident involving downed power lines? Knowing can save their life. Learn and share this now to save a life:

Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative was one of 30 Missouri electric cooperatives recognized by the Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives (AMEC) for working safely in 2023.

Check electrical cords for fraying or bare wires to avoid shock or fire. Inspect for damaged plugs, replace damaged decorations, and make sure decor and power cords are rated for outdoor use.

HOEC sent seven linemen to assist members in Georgia after Hurricane Helene made landfall. They traveled to Okefenoke Rural Electric Membership Corporation (OREMC) headquartered in Nahunta, Georgia, to assist with restoration of power to members.

Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative sent seven linemen to assist members in Georgia after Hurricane Helene made landfall. Nearly 200 Missouri Cooperative line workers from across the state have answered the call to help fellow electric cooperatives in need. Teams from 30 electric cooperatives left Missouri today to assist two Georgia electric cooperatives that have more than 80% of their members without power due to damage from Hurricane Helene.

Seven linemen left HOEC this morning for the coast of Georgia to help with Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.

Solar power generation can get complicated and requires some research to understand. We encourage you to contact your electric cooperative to learn the facts before installing! Learn more here.