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From The CEO: Celebrating Membership
Fall is a busy time, and October is a particularly eventful month with school, community, and sports activities in full…
Four Ways To Boost Your Cyber Hygiene
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month In today’s digital world, cyberattacks are, unfortunately, nothing new. Cybercriminals can attack many levels, from…
Jump Into Convenience With Automatic Draft
Save time and postage with Jones-Onslow EMC’s automatic bill payment plan. You can pay your electric bill without writing a…
Energy-Saving Treats
From haunted houses to spooky walks, Halloween can be a terrifying night. But your energy bill doesn’t have to be…
JOEMC Text Alerts
If you have a cell phone associated with your electric account, you are automatically enrolled in our Outage Text Alerts…
National Voter Registration Day is September 20
Many important policy issues directly impact electric utilities and, ultimately, you, the consumer-members we proudly serve. America’s electric cooperatives, including…
Considering Driving Electric?
National Drive Electric Week is September 23 –October 2 Electric vehicles have something for everyone. From a better driving experience…
From the CEO: A Solid Investment in Your Electric Co-op
As a Jones-Onslow EMC member, you invest in your co-op every time you pay your bill. This collective investment in…
Keep Food Safe When the Power Goes Out
Severe winds, lightning, and even squirrels can temporarily cause the power to go out. Power outages can be frustrating, especially…
Touchstone Tailgate is Back!
Local Friday night high school football and JOEMC Touchstone Tailgate are back! Join Jones-Onslow employees this fall at select high…
10 Steps To Take Before Installing Solar
As solar panel prices decline and technology improves, installing a residential solar system makes sense for some members. However, it’s…
Are You Prepared?
It may feel like the 2021 hurricane season just ended however the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching and…
Tree Trimming Improves Service for All
One of the things I love best about our community is the natural beauty surrounding us. We are fortunate to have…
Area Students Headed to D.C. This Summer
Four high school juniors— Brianna Azok (Swansboro High), Cameron Askins, Pearl Floyd, and Makena Johnson (all from Jacksonville High) will be heading to…
Restoring Power Safely and Efficiently
We do our best to avoid them, but there’s no way around it…power outages occasionally happen. Outages are rare…
Plug Into Safety
May is Electrical Safety Month Electricity is something we often take for granted. Because it’s so intertwined into our daily…
2022 Annual Meeting
Did you miss the 2022 Jones-Onslow EMC Virtual Annual Meeting on March 25? Well, no need to worry. You can…
The Power Behind Your Power
North Carolina Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 11 Every year, the second Monday in April marks North Carolina Lineworker Appreciation…
Avoid Hitting Underground Utility Lines
CALL 811 BEFORE YOU DIG Spring is just around the corner, and there’s never been a better time to get…
Work Zones Are a Sign to SLOW DOWN
FRIENDLY REMINDER: if you see first responders, utility crews, or other emergency personnel on the side of the road, please…
Let’s Connect
The connections we make with our members are at the root of what we do each day. In addition to…
Keep Savings Blooming with Rebates
We’re helping you make spring home projects more affordable. Whether you plan to purchase Energy Star appliances, HVAC equipment, or…
From the CEO: The Power Behind Your Power
You’ve likely noticed JOEMC’s crews working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community. It’s no secret…
Earth Day…How Are You Going To Celebrate?
There are many ways we as individuals can help the environment, and some are easier than you’d think. Here are…
Connect with Us Virtually
Virtual Business Meeting Set for Friday, March 25, at 10 a.m. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE 2022 ANNUAL MEETING As…
JOEMC Sends Local Veteran on Expedition
Our local community is home to many veterans, many of whom live with a disability. For the fifth year —…
5 WAYS TO SAVE ENERGY When Working from Home
Working from home doesn’t have to take a toll on your energy bills Today, more Americans are working from home…
Free Online Tool Helps You Track Your Daily Usage
Have you found the JOEMC Daily Usage summary yet? This free online tool helps you track your daily usage and…
Has Your Bill Been Higher Than Normal…
It’s important to know that weather matters when it comes to your electric bill, and winter weather has been in…
From the CEO: A Little Money Back in Your Pocket…
Returning money to our members is a significant cooperative value, and we hope you agree that it’s also a…
Keep Your Electronic Equipment Safe
A power surge is an unexpected increase in voltage, and it can occur from a variety of sources. Regardless of…
Understanding the Impact of Heat Strips on Your Electric Bill
Turning your thermostat up a little at a time can mean big savings If your electric bill is higher than…
Put Safety First During Winter Weather
It’s no surprise that the winter months bring an increased potential for fire risks and electrical safety hazards. This makes…
Secure Options for Our Members
Jones-Onslow is committed to the safety of our members and the protection of members’ private information. Over the past year,…
Do You have a Middle Schooler Who Loves Basketball?
If your child wants to gain experience training alongside real college basketball players and coaches, apply for a Touchstone Energy…
From The CEO: JOEMC to Add Utility-Scale Battery Energy Storage
Last month, North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives announced the planned installation of cutting-edge battery energy storage technology in 10 communities across…
Are Portable Space Heaters Efficient for My Home?
Small space heaters are meant to do exactly as their name says: heat a small space. But unfortunately, many people…
Your 2022 Annual Meeting
CLICK HERE FOR THE 2022 ANNUAL MEETING JOEMC will once again hold the annual meeting virtually. Due to the…
From the CEO: Shedding A Little Light On Solar
When you flip that light switch, turn on the TV, charge your electronic devices, adjust the thermostat or dry…
Your 2022 Annual Meeting
JOEMC will once again hold the annual meeting virtually. Due to the lingering impacts and unknowns of COVID-19 and the…
Vote Today for the RE Magazine Contest
The Rural Electric(RE) Magazine is holding a photo contest this month, and JOEMC has two submissions. The photo with the most…
From the CEO: Season’s Greetings from Your Electric Cooperative
“The holidays.” I love everything about this time of year. Just the thought of the holiday season brings a…
12 Days of Energy Efficiency
No matter what traditions you have or what you choose to celebrate this time of year, we’ve come up with…
Maximize Your Budget with Energy Saving Solutions this Holiday Season
The holidays can be a busy and expensive time—between finding gifts, cooking meals, and planning family activities—your schedule and your…
Keep Scammers From Stealing Your Green
Be on the lookout! Jones-Onslow EMC will never call demanding immediate payment to avoid disconnection of your service. But scammers…
Holiday Surprise!
We’re giving money back to YOU this holiday season. JOEMC is excited to announce to members that your co-op will…
Electric Cooperative Youth Tour 2022
Calling all High School Juniors, it is time to apply for a free trip to Washington, D.C., June 18–25, 2022,…
Offering Thanks to All
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the things that matter as families and communities take time to come together…
From the CEO: It’s a Matter of (Co-op) Principles…Part 2
For me, this is a time of year for reflection and topping my list of things I’m grateful for…
Avoid Surprises with Budget Billing
Say NO to Surprises and YES to Peace of Mind Extreme weather can cause your heating system to work…
November 27 is Small Business Saturday
We support our local communities when we support local businesses! And you can save money when shopping locally at…
Cook Up Energy Savings This Holiday Season
Cooking accounts for 4% of total home energy use, the U.S. Department of Energy estimates, and this figure doesn’t include…
Don’t Let Carelessness Ruin Your Holiday Meal
SUPERVISION IS KEY — Never leave cooking food on the stove top unattended. GET IN THE ZONE…
Benjamin Franklin, more than one our nations founding fathers
We all know that Benjamin Franklin is responsible for helping birth our nation, but you might not know that he…
Unwrap Energy Savings
No tricks here. These tips are a real treat! Pull the plug on vampire electronics. Plug electronics like computers, TVs…
Cybersecurity 101
Over the past year, we’ve witnessed one of the most catastrophic (and expensive) cybersecurity breaches to date. In May 2021,…
October is National Co-op Month!
Community born. Community led. Focused on YOU. October is here, which means it’s National Co-op Month! This is the perfect…
Your Input Matters
Watch your Inbox for customer satisfaction surveys throughout the year Jones-Onslow EMC conducts regular surveys to learn more about how…
From the CEO: It’s a Matter of (Co-op!) Principles
ACE Hardware, State Farm, REI, Land O’Lakes and JOEMC all share something in common: we’re all cooperatives. We may…
Preparing for Disasters is Protecting Everyone You Love
September is National Preparedness Month, and this month JOEMC encourages and reminds members to be prepared for disasters or emergencies…
Attention Educators…Time is Running Out!
Are you an educator who has a Bright Idea that will spark a passion for learning in and out of…
From the CEO: Why Electric Vehicles Are Part of Our Brighter Future
As a member of JOEMC, you may be familiar with our Brighter Future vision of serving this community by…
Did You Receive the Message?
Notifications Can Keep You Informed If you have a cell phone associated with your electric account, you recently received a…
Defining Degree Days
Weather can significantly impact energy bills, and when the outdoor temperatures become extreme, your heating and cooling equipment works harder…
Considering Driving Electric?
National Drive Electric Week 2021 is Sept. 25-Oct. 3 and JOEMC is joining a nationwide celebration to highlight the many…
The Value of a Clean Air Filter
It’s been a hot summer, which means your air conditioning system has been working hard to keep you comfortable. It…
Call 811 before you dig
Jones-Onslow EMC would like to remind members that ANYTIME you start a digging project, no matter how large or small,…
When the lights go out, don’t be left in the dark
Jones-Onslow EMC’s outage text alert program provides members a quick and convenient way to stay connected and informed during a…
The dog days of summer are here
4 ways to keep a tight leash on your home energy use this summer THROW YOUR AIR CONDITIONER A BONE.…
Educators, it’s time to submit your BRIGHT IDEAS
The Bright Ideas Grant Program is the cornerstone of our Educational Programs. Jones-Onslow is excited to celebrate 28 years of…
Understanding power surges and blinks
Have you ever noticed your lights blink during a thunderstorm? Or perhaps you’ve noticed a blinking microwave clock when you…
From the CEO: The Power of Coordinated Resources
As the peak of hurricane season in North Carolina approaches, JOEMC remains focused on grid resiliency and preparedness efforts.…
Emergency broadband benefit is available
Jones-Onslow EMC is helping build awareness about Emergency Broadband Benefit, a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program. The temporary benefit…
Help Foster the Love of Reading
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age…
Scholarships Awarded to Local Students
Several outstanding students were recently recognized by the co-op for their achievements in the classroom.
Don’t Fall Victim to Utility Scams
Every day, millions of Americans are targeted by scammers through phone calls, emails, text messages, online or in person. Scammers’…
Pool Pump Efficiency
Pool pumps should be replaced every seven to ten years, so if the time is right for a new one…
From the CEO: A Flexible New Way to Pay
TEST At JOEMC, we continuously focus on improving our services to members and making it as easy as possible…
Storm Safety
With summer weather comes summer storms. And with summer storms comes lightning and thunder. Do you know what to do…
Flippin’ the Switch
Season 2 • Episode 1 • Just Released After taking a COVID break for the past several months, Flippin’ the…
From the CEO: How Renewables and Natural Gas Team Up in Diverse Energy Portfolio
To meet the needs of our local members now and into the future, JOEMC and electric cooperatives across the state…
2021 Youth Tour Delegates Chosen
Four high school juniors: Madison Hilliard, Catherine Lee, Ashley Moore, and Kristina Nguyen—will represent JOEMC at this year’s Rural Electric…
Suds and Savings
Your clothes washer and dryer account for a significant portion of energy consumption from major appliances, and let’s face it—…
Power of Community- One Place
Druing the month of May JOEMC featured One Place in Jacksonville. One Place is a large child- and family-serving…
Jones-Onslow EMC Golf Classic
The tournament will be a superball format with the total team handicap of 45 or greater. Entries for the tournament…
It Might be Time to Upgrade Your HVAC Equipment
If your HVAC equipment is more than 10 years old or not keeping your house comfortable, have it evaluated by…
Are You Receiving Notifications from JOEMC?
Have you heard the news? You can now receive notifications from Jones-Onslow EMC to ensure that your account is up…
Lookup: is your pool clear of power lines?
Do you have a swimming pool, or are you planning on installing one at your home? National Electrical Safety…
Five Easy Tips To Keep You Cool This Summer
Like all heating and cooling systems, proper maintenance remains the key to efficient heat pump operation. The difference in electric…
Are You a Local Business Owner?
Are you interested in receiving FREE marketing and advertising AND increasing customer traffic to your location? Then Co-op Connections is…
May is National Electrical Safety Month
This month, make electrical safety a priority. Help your family avoid dangerous situations by taking a few easy precautions. Make…
Do We Have Your Email Address?
By making sure we have your most accurate and complete contact information, we can continue to provide the most reliable…
From the CEO: Improving Grid Resilience
The electric grid has evolved substantially in recent years and will continue to change as new advancements transform the ways…
Prepare Now for Hurricane Season
The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching and will officially begin on June 1. JOEMC encourages all our members…
Update Your Contact Information
Do we have your correct contact information, including your email address? JOEMC should have your most up-to-date contact information…
Power of Community- Onslow Senior Services, Home Delivered Meals
During the month of April, JOEMC feature for Power of Community is Onslow Senior Services-Home Delivered Meals program. This…
Power of Community- Onslow Senior Services, Home Delivered Meals
During the month of April, JOEMC feature for Power of Community is Onslow Senior Services-Home Delivered Meals program. This…
A Brighter Future
Serving our members – folks like you – is at the heart of JOEMC. In this decade and beyond, we’re…