Jonesboro, AR. — Mar. 15, 2025 — Craighead Electric Cooperative (CECC) crews are working diligently to restore power after severe storms impacted the area, leaving approximately 2,700 meters without service…
At Craighead Electric Cooperative (CECC), we understand that our members rely on us for consistent power, especially during extreme weather conditions. However, there are times when the demand for electricity…
Did you see the Northern Lights on the evening of May 10th? Just hours before, the strongest solar storm detected in 20 years erupted from the sun and caused an…
Those old enough to remember the days of landline phone service know that hardwired home phones didn't need to be plugged in to a power outlet. They received their power…
Following severe rain, wind and hail which moved into Northeast Arkansas on January 11th, Craighead Electric Cooperative Corporation (CECC) and empower Broadband had approximately 1,400 members without electric/internet service.
You can use a portable generator to supply electricity during a power outage, but if used improperly they can injure or kill you or the personnel restoring power to your home, not to mention damage the appliances you connect.
Jonesboro, AR. — June 27, 2023 (9:00 p.m.) —Craighead Electric Cooperative Corporation (CECC) is working hard to restore power to its members after the strong winds that swept through the…
Follow the advice in this FAQ to stay safe during severe weather.
If disaster strikes your community, you might not have access to food, water, or electricity for some time. By taking time now to prepare emergency kits, you can provide for your entire family.
Does your health rely on electricity? A sudden power outage due to sever weather or a nearby accident could leave you without power for hours or even days. Do you have an emergency plan? Talk with your family and friends about what you would do in the event of a long power outage. Do you have an alternative place to stay?