With the number of positive COVID-19 cases increasing in the Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative service area, the cooperative has made the decision to close office lobbies August 4-18.

“We will continue to be available 24/7 to respond to power outages and have several non-contact options in place that will allow us to deliver the same level of service to our members during this time,” says MLEC President and CEO Keith Carnahan. “We will continue to monitor this situation and communicate any changes. Our goal is to act responsibly and with care in serving our communities.”

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