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For families in Guadalupe, Guatemala, turning on a light switch for the first time was a moment years in the making. 💡 Four Jackson EMC linemen joined volunteers from other Georgia electric cooperatives to help bring electricity to the remote village. Along the way, they worked alongside residents, overcame challenging terrain and witnessed firsthand the difference reliable electricity can make. Read more about their experience and the community they helped serve: bit.ly/4dKDQxr. #JacksonEMC

Electric cooperatives are built differently because they’re built to serve the people right here in our communities. At Jackson EMC, the commitment goes beyond providing electricity. From serving our neighbors and investing in education to giving back through local organizations and community initiatives, our connection to the communities we serve helps guide what we do. National Co-op Month gives us an opportunity to highlight the many ways cooperation and community go hand in hand. #JacksonEMC #CoopMonth #Community

Helping Local Students Start Strong 💪 Having everyday essentials like toothpaste, deodorant and body wash can help students feel confident at school and ready to learn. That's why more than 200 Jackson EMC employees worked together to pack and deliver 4,000 hygiene kits to students at 42 local schools. Employees contributed more than 350 volunteer hours sorting supplies, assembling kits and delivering them throughout Jackson EMC's service area. #JacksonEMC

The Cooperative Difference: The Power Belongs to You 🫵 October is National Co-op Month, which is a great time to celebrate what makes your Jackson EMC membership different. Jackson EMC is a not-for-profit electric cooperative. That means you're more than a customer – you're a member. Being locally owned by members means we have the flexibility to focus on our community. Learn more: bit.ly/4k0rd5a. #JacksonEMC #Community #NationalCoopMonth

Have you ever wondered what’s the difference between "AUX HEAT" and "EM HEAT" on your thermostat? ♨️ Our residential marketing director Christy Queen answers this question for our member Kellie in Gainesville. The two settings are related, but they serve different purposes. AUX heat comes automatically when the temperatures are especially cold. EM heat is a manual setting intended only for situations when the heat pump is not working properly. To see the full answer and details, click the link: bit.ly/47prAPr. #JacksonEMC

Safe work takes practice, preparation and teamwork. Jackson EMC linemen put those skills to the test at the 2026 International Lineman’s Rodeo, building on the training they use to maintain reliable electric service and safely restore power for members. ⚡ Eight apprentices and three journeyman teams represented Jackson EMC at the 42nd annual competition in Bonner Springs, Kansas. The event brought together 285 teams and more than 390 apprentices to complete tasks similar to those they may perform on the job, including climbing utility poles, replacing equipment and rescuing an injured worker. 🎖️ Full story: news.jacksonemc.com/jackson-…

Have you downloaded the MyJacksonEMC app yet? 📱 You can pay your bill, track your energy use, report an outage and more all from your mobile device! This free app is available on the App Store and Google play! Click the link to download today: bit.ly/4jTOGFe. #JacksonEMC #MyJacksonEMC

Jackson EMC Washington Youth Tour delegate and Georgia Youth Leadership Council representative Jabe Andrews recently organized Amplify, a speech contest designed to give high school students an opportunity to strengthen their public speaking skills and gain valuable experience. Congratulations to the top three participants, who earned cash prizes for their outstanding speeches! 🥇 First Place: Fajjar Javid 🥈 Second Place: Gavin Duncan 🥉 Third Place: Sierra Westmoreland We're excited to see young leaders like Jabe creating opportunities for their peers to learn, grow and succeed!

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CONGRATS to our Jackson EMC linemen who competed at the International Lineman’s Rodeo in Bonner Springs, Kansas! Our competitors put lineman skills, teamwork and commitment to safety to the test. 🏆 Third place, insulator changeout: Kaleb Chapman, Justin Roper and Jeff Sutton, all of Oakwood. 🏆 Third place, hurtman rescue: Brandon Sanders, Easton Tuggle and Cody Watson, all of Neese. 🏆 Fifth place, bad transformer lead: Apprentice Sam Tompkins of Oakwood. We're proud of all our competitors, judges and coaches for representing Jackson EMC on such a big stage for our industry!

Rodeo ready! 💡 Tomorrow, they’ll put their skills to the test as they compete against some of the best lineworkers from across the country and around the world. Be sure to follow us on our social media platforms to stay up to date on the action and the results! #JacksonEMC

Jackson EMC's competitors are powered up and ready to take on the International Lineman's Rodeo in Bonner Springs, Kansas on October 17. Cheer on our linemen in competition this weekend and be sure to tune in our on social media channels! #JacksonEMC

Early voting starts today in Georgia!

Did you know how your electric meter gets replaced? ⚡ Here's a behind-the-scenes look at what happens during a Jackson EMC meter changeout. You'll see: 🚪 What to expect when our technician arrives ⏱️ How long the power interruption typically lasts 🔌 How a new meter helps improve outage response and reliability It's a quick process that helps us continue providing reliable power to your home for years to come. Watch the video to learn more!

Hurricane Isaias 5:30pm Update 🌩️ Nearly all of Jackson EMC’s 278,000 members now have power after storms rolled through our 10-county service area early this morning. The remaining 10 outages, which impact 65 members, are being addressed. Linemen have been working throughout the day and will continue working to restore outages as quickly as conditions and safety procedures allow until all outages are repaired. Full storm update: news.jacksonemc.com/jackson-…. #JacksonEMC

Hurricane Isaias 2:30pm Update ⚡ Jackson EMC crews continue to restore power following Hurricane Isaias, whose high winds and heavy rains damaged trees, power lines and poles across our service area. As of 2:30 p.m., 55 outages are affecting 1,377 members. “Difficult terrain is limiting access for bucket trucks in some areas, requiring crews to climb poles to make repairs,” said Tommy Parker, vice president of operations. “Crews are working to restore service as quickly as conditions and safety procedures allow. We appreciate our members’ continued patience and understanding.” Read full storm update: news.jacksonemc.com/jackson-… #JacksonEMC #HurricaneIsaias

Hurricane Isaias Update ⛈️ Jackson EMC linemen are making significant progress restoring power to members affected by Hurricane Isaias. Currently, 101 outages are affecting 1,651 members across our service area after the storm’s high winds and heavy rains damaged trees, power lines and poles. Crews are working diligently to restore service as quickly as conditions and safety procedures allow. We understand how difficult it is to be without power and appreciate our members’ patience as restoration efforts continue. We will continue to provide updates until the last outages are clear. View full press release update: news.jacksonemc.com/jackson-… #JacksonEMC #HurricaneIsaias

Jackson EMC is experiencing 97 outages affecting 5,070 members across our service area as a result of Hurricane Isaias. Due to high winds and heavy rains, this storm caused damage to trees, power lines and equipment. Our service area remains under a high wind warning and flood watch until Sunday morning. Damaging winds throughout the day may cause additional power outages. More: news.jacksonemc.com/jackson-…

Strong winds are expected across our service area this weekend! ⚠️ According to the @NWSAtlanta, wind gusts of 30–50+ mph could begin as early as overnight Friday, with the strongest winds expected in rain bands. Some areas of north Georgia could experience even higher gusts. Strong winds can bring down trees and power lines, so please keep these safety reminders in mind: ✅ Stay away from downed power lines and always assume they are energized. ✅ Never attempt to move a fallen power line or anything touching it. ✅ Stay clear of fallen trees and debris that may be hiding downed power lines. ✅ Keep your phones and electronic devices charged in case of outages. If you experience a power outage, report it at jacksonemc.com/outage or call 1-800-245-4044. We'll continue monitoring conditions throughout the weekend. Stay safe and weather aware!

Be weather aware❗ Our friends at the @NWS have been monitoring Hurricane Isaias and the impact it may have on our service area. They are expecting a strong wind threat beginning early Friday morning and could last through Sunday morning. Now is a great time to make sure you and your family are prepared for possible power outages: ✅ Review your household emergency plan. ✅ Make sure your emergency kit is stocked and ready. ✅ Charge your phones and other electronic devices. ✅ Follow the National Weather Service for the latest updates. If you experience a power outage, report it at jacksonemc.com/outage or call 1-800-245-4044. Stay safe and weather aware!