Edgecombe-Martin County EMC

Edgecombe-Martin County EMC The intent of Edgecombe-Martin County EMC’s page is to update our members about cooperative news and to create an educational platform for energy

OUR MISSION IS TO STRIVE CONTINUOUSLY TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ITS MEMBERSHIP BY PROVIDING A SAFE, AFFORDABLE, RELIABLE SOURCE OF ELECTRICITY AND OTHER SERVICES THAT IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE AND PROMOTE ECONOMIC GROWTH IN AN EFFICIENT AND PROFESSIONAL MANNER.

Please join us in welcoming Joshua Cleveland to the Edgecombe-Martin County EMC family as our Vice President of Member a...
06/15/2026

Please join us in welcoming Joshua Cleveland to the Edgecombe-Martin County EMC family as our Vice President of Member and Industrial Development!

Joshua is excited to become part of the cooperative community and looks forward to serving our members and helping strengthen the communities we call home. When he's not at work, you'll likely find him with his family bowling, traveling, exploring new restaurants, or cheering on his favorite baseball and football teams.

We're excited to have Joshua on board. Help us give him a warm Edgecombe-Martin welcome!

Power has been restored.Power Outage ⚠️We are currently experiencing a power outage affecting approximately 400 members ...
06/11/2026

Power has been restored.

Power Outage ⚠️

We are currently experiencing a power outage affecting approximately 400 members in the Whitakers, Leggett and Battleboro areas.

Crews have been dispatched to assess the situation. We appreciate your patience and understanding and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

It’s garage sale season but power poles aren’t bulletin boards. Posting signs can put utility crews at risk and interfer...
06/11/2026

It’s garage sale season but power poles aren’t bulletin boards. Posting signs can put utility crews at risk and interfere with maintenance work. Help protect lineworkers by keeping poles free of signs, staples and nails.

🪵 FREE USED POLES & WOODEN CABLE REELS 🪵Looking for poles for a project or wooden cable reels for a table, decoration, o...
06/04/2026

🪵 FREE USED POLES & WOODEN CABLE REELS 🪵

Looking for poles for a project or wooden cable reels for a table, decoration, or DIY project? Edgecombe-Martin County EMC has FREE used utility poles and empty wooden cable reels available while supplies last!

📍 Used Poles
✔ Available for pickup Monday-Friday
✔ 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
✔ Must be able to load the poles yourself
✔ A waiver must be signed before loading

📍 Wooden Cable Reels
✔ Empty reels available outside the entrance to our receiving gate
✔ Available for pickup anytime
✔ No appointment needed

Please remember that all items are available on a first-come, first-served basis and quantities may vary.

Join us in congratulating several well-deserving team members on their recent promotions!These advancements reflect year...
06/04/2026

Join us in congratulating several well-deserving team members on their recent promotions!

These advancements reflect years of hard work, dedication, and a commitment to serving our members and maintaining a strong, reliable system.

• Thomas Hardison – Lead Maintenance Technician
• Chad Bryant – Technical Services Coordinator
• Clark Thornton – Second Class Line Technician
• Ryan Revels – Second Class Line Technician
• Gavin Simpson – Second Class Line Technician
• Austin Housand – Second Class Line Technician
• Cody Thompson – Second Class Line Technician
• Matthew Bailey – First Class Line Technician

Your hard work does not go unnoticed. Each of you continues to set the standard for professionalism, teamwork, and service. Promotions like these are earned, and they reflect the effort you put in every day to keep things running safely and reliably for our members.

Congratulations to all!

👏⚠️ Celebrating a Commitment to Safety ⚠️👏Edgecombe-Martin County EMC proudly recognized Ethan Thomas as our 2025 Safety...
06/02/2026

👏⚠️ Celebrating a Commitment to Safety ⚠️👏

Edgecombe-Martin County EMC proudly recognized Ethan Thomas as our 2025 Safety Employee of the Year during our annual Safety Luncheon held in April.

Ethan is known among his coworkers for his attention to detail, proactive mindset, and strong commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. Whether in the field or around the office, he consistently looks out for those around him and leads by example each day. His dedication helps reinforce the culture of safety that remains a top priority at our cooperative. 💙

We also celebrated employees reaching major safety milestones:
⭐ Tyler Perkins – 5 Years
⭐ Steve Lewis – 30 Years
⭐ Lisa Tolson – 35 Years

These milestones represent years of dedication, accountability, and commitment to doing the job safely and correctly. Every safe decision made helps protect our employees, our members, and the communities we serve.

At Edgecombe-Martin County EMC, safety is more than a policy — it’s a mindset.

Congratulations to Ethan and all of our safety milestone recipients! Thank you for setting the standard and for your continued commitment to safety each and every day. 👏

🚗 Can you drive over a downed power line? It may look harmless, but the answer is NO. Downed power lines can energize yo...
05/28/2026

🚗 Can you drive over a downed power line? It may look harmless, but the answer is NO. Downed power lines can energize your vehicle, the ground and nearby objects, putting you at serious risk. If you encounter a downed power line:
-Stop and stay in your vehicle
-Call 911
-Warn others to keep their distance

🌟 Employee Spotlight – May 🌟This month, we’re proud to recognize Karren Braswell, our VP of Finance, as Edgecombe-Martin...
05/26/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight – May 🌟

This month, we’re proud to recognize Karren Braswell, our VP of Finance, as Edgecombe-Martin County EMC’s Employee Spotlight for May!

Karren has been a valued part of the cooperative for 22 years and plays an important role in helping keep our financial operations running smoothly. When asked what she enjoys most about her job, Karren shared:

“What I enjoy most about my job is the financial and analytical aspects of reviewing ratios, reconciling, and using the information to drive accurate financial decisions. I also enjoy having Michael and Alissa on my team.”

Karren’s dedication, attention to detail, and strong work ethic make a difference every day. Her leadership and commitment help support both our employees and the members we serve.

Thank you, Karren, for all you do for Edgecombe-Martin County EMC! We appreciate your hard work and the many contributions you make to our co-op family. 💙⚡

In observance of Memorial Day, Edgecombe-Martin County EMC will be closed on Monday, May 25. We honor and remember the b...
05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, Edgecombe-Martin County EMC will be closed on Monday, May 25. We honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. ❤️🤍💙

After-hours and holiday payments can still be made using the following options:

🔹 Kiosk under the drive-thru canopy
🔹 Automated telephone service: 1-844-967-2463
🔹 Night deposit box
🔹 Online bill pay at ememc.com

We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

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679 Highway 33 East
Tarboro, NC
27886

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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