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Creative submissions are welcome until Sept. 22 for grades K-5 (September 3, 2026– Centerville, TN) – Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative invites students in grades K-5 to showcase their creativity in the annual MLEC Poster Contest. This year’s theme is “Meriwether Lewis: Every Connection Matters.” Students are encouraged to illustrate how MLEC connects their homes, schools, […]
MLEC broadband service thanks community through prize giveaway (August 17, 2026 – Centerville, TN) — MLConnect is celebrating a major milestone in reaching 20,000 subscribers. Since Meriwether Lewis launched its broadband subsidiary, the service has continued to grow as more members and communities connect to reliable, high-speed internet. “In 2019, MLConnect began with 1,718 subscribers. […]
Debbie Hurley finishes with 36 years of service (August 14, 2026 – Centerville, TN) – Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative celebrates the retirement of Hickman County Billing Representative Debbie Hurley (left). Accounting Manager Tyler Shanes (right), MLEC employees, family and friends honored Hurley on August 6 for 36 years of serving members. ###
Cooperative members file declaration forms for October elections (August 14, 2026 – Centerville, TN) — Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative holds district membership meetings each October to elect members to its board of directors. Those desiring to run must complete a Declaration of Candidacy form by July 15 and meet the set qualifications. Candidates in Lewis […]
Board Directors putting co-op principles into action (August 7, 2026 – Hohenwald, TN) – The cooperative difference goes beyond providing reliable electricity. It means investing in the people and communities we serve. Dr. Jeff Peery, MLEC Board Chairman (right) and Lewis County Director Bill Webb recently presented $500 to Tonya Woodward (middle) of Hope Hohenwald. […]
MLEC shares August 31 Deadline (August 5, 2026– Centerville, TN) — Meriwether Lewis is accepting applications for its annual Adopt-A-School Grant program through August 31, 2026. The cooperative will award $1,000 classroom grants to three educators in each county served by MLEC to support classroom needs and educational projects. Kindergarten through 12th-grade teachers and principals […]
Board Directors putting co-op principles into action (July 24, 2026 – Linden, TN) – Meriwether Lewis followed the cooperative principle, concern for community, by contributing $1000 to the Perry County High School Band of Gold Community Involvement Fund. MLEC Perry County Board Member Ronny Averett (left) and Tommy Graham (right) presented the funds to PCHS […]
Twenty-four local students attend educational program in Knoxville (July 23, 2026 – Centerville, TN) – Twenty-four sixth and seventh grade students from the Meriwether Lewis service area recently attended the 2026 Tennessee 4-H Electric Camp at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. The annual camp was held June 23 through June 26 and provided hands-on […]
Seven local high school juniors experience week of leadership and history (July 7, 2026 – Centerville, TN) – Seven high school juniors from the Meriwether Lewis service area recently returned from the 2026 Washington Youth Tour after spending a week exploring the nation’s capital and gaining a deeper understanding of leadership, public service and the […]
Equipment repairs needed after damage from local wildlife If your MLConnect internet service has been going in and out, or is out completely, you can look to local wildlife as the culprit. It turns out that squirrels have mistaken fiber for a snack and damaged equipment in your area (Vernon Bridge to McEwen, Bucksnort, and […]