Tallahatchie Valley Electric Power Association

06/03/2026

Before you dig, plant, fence, or start any yardwork project — Know What’s Below! 🌱🚧

Buried utility lines may be hidden underground, and striking them can cause serious injury, service interruptions, and costly repairs. That’s why TVEPA encourages Members to always call 811 before beginning any project that disturbs the ground.

Calling 811 is FREE, easy, and helps locate underground utilities such as:
⚡ Electric lines
📞 Telephone and fiber lines
🔥 Natural gas lines
💧 Water and sewer lines

Helpful Tips Before You Dig:
✔️ Call 811 at least a few business days before work begins
✔️ Wait until all utility lines are marked before digging
✔️ Respect the colored flags and paint markings
✔️ Dig carefully around marked utility areas
✔️ Even small projects like planting trees, installing mailboxes, or putting up fences require an 811 locate request

A quick call before you dig can help protect your family, neighbors, and vital utility infrastructure. Stay safe and always Know What’s Below!

06/02/2026

Valuable information from TVIfiber on Lifeline benefits available from the FCC!

📣 Do You Know Someone Who Could Benefit from Lifeline Assistance? 📣

The FCC's Lifeline Program helps make communication services more affordable for qualifying households — and those benefits can be applied to eligible TVIfiber internet or telephone services!

✅ Lifeline Benefits Include:
• Monthly discount on qualifying internet service OR
• Monthly discount on qualifying telephone service
• Helps keep families connected to work, school, healthcare, and emergency services

📋 You May Qualify If You Participate In:
• SNAP (Food Stamps)
• Medicaid
• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
• Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA)
• Veterans Pension or Survivors Benefit
• Certain Tribal Assistance Programs

Staying connected is more important than ever. If you or someone you know may qualify, don't miss out on this valuable benefit!

Local Service. Local Support. Connected Community. - TVIfiber
🌐 Built by the Community, for the Community.

06/02/2026

Hurricane season doesn’t just impact the coast. Even here in North Mississippi, the aftermath of landfall can bring severe thunderstorms, high winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding that may damage power lines, poles, and electric infrastructure — leading to power outages across our service territory.

TVEPA encourages Members to plan and prepare ahead of storm season by gathering essential supplies before severe weather arrives:

✔️ Flashlights and extra batteries
✔️ Fully charged phones and portable power banks
✔️ Bottled water and non-perishable food
✔️ Battery-powered weather radio
✔️ Prescription medications and medical supplies
✔️ Backup power source for medical equipment
✔️ First aid kit
✔️ Fuel for generators (used safely outdoors only)
✔️ Blankets, hygiene items, and pet supplies
✔️ Important phone numbers saved and written down

Now is the time to review your emergency plan, know how to report outages, and make sure your family is prepared before storms develop. Staying prepared helps keep your household safer during severe weather events.

📲TVEPA app
💻tvepa.com
📞 662-563-4742

06/01/2026

Post Expired.

Update at 9:00am - New Forecast Map posted.
We are now included in a level 2 risk for severe weather today.

Posted 6/1/26
We encourage everyone to stay weather aware today as there will be strong to severe storms across the state throughout the day.

Remember: All outage information must be reported through our system by using our app, website at tvepa.com, or by calling 662-563-4742. *Social media is not monitored for outage information.

05/30/2026

Update: as of 3:20pm power was restored.

Posted 5/30/26 at 2:50pm
There is an interruption of electric service at a substation affecting members south of Water Valley and over to Paris. (See map below.)

The outage requires heavy equipment for repairs. The machinery has been dispatched to the area and the work will be completed as quickly as possible. Once repairs are complete the substation feed will be reenergized and all meters will automatically restore.

We thank you for your understanding as crews work restoration.

05/30/2026

Power outages can happen unexpectedly, so it’s important to plan ahead — especially if you or a loved one relies on medical equipment while sleeping. TVEPA encourages Members to be prepared by having a battery backup or alternate power source available for critical medical devices.

Here are a few ways to stay ready during an outage:
• Keep backup batteries fully charged and tested regularly
• Ask your medical equipment provider about portable battery options
• Consider a generator or uninterrupted power supply (UPS) for essential devices
• Keep flashlights, extra batteries, and phone chargers accessible
• Have a plan for where to go if extended outages occur
• Know your local emergency response contact information and save those numbers in your phone

Preparation today can provide peace of mind tomorrow. Stay safe, stay informed, and always have a backup plan in place.

05/29/2026

🔌💡 Power Down & Save Up 💡🔌

Smart technology can do more than make life convenient — it can help lower your energy bill too! By using smart plugs, apps, and connected devices, you can take better control of your home’s energy use and reduce waste without sacrificing comfort.

Here are a few easy ways to save:
✔ Use smart plugs to automatically turn off TVs, gaming systems, coffee makers, and chargers when not in use
✔ Schedule lamps and electronics to power down overnight or while you’re away
✔ Monitor energy habits through smart home apps and connected devices
✔ Restart your router occasionally to keep your Wi-Fi running efficiently
✔ Use smart thermostats to better manage heating and cooling costs
✔ Eliminate “vampire energy” from devices quietly using electricity 24/7

With reliable connectivity from TVIfiber and smart energy habits from TVEPA, your home can work smarter — not harder.

Small technology changes today can lead to big savings tomorrow! ⚡📲

05/27/2026

Still waiting on paper bills in the mailbox? Make the switch to e-Bills and enjoy a faster, simpler, and more reliable way to manage your TVEPA electric account! ⚡📱💻

With e-Bills, you can:
✔ Receive your bill instantly by email
✔ Avoid delayed or lost mail delivery
✔ Access your statements anytime, anywhere
✔ Stay organized with digital records
✔ Reduce paper clutter at home
✔ Get payment reminders faster
✔ Help support environmentally friendly practices
✔ Enjoy a more convenient account experience 24/7

Your electric bill is important — and e-Bills help make sure you receive it quickly and securely every month.

Sign up today through the TVEPA online customer portal, mobile app, or give us a call and simplify the way you manage your account!

05/27/2026

There’s nothing quite like good weather, great food, and getting to see everyone! 🦞🌭💙

Last week, we enjoyed our annual TVEPA Crawfish Boil & Hot Dog Cookout, and it was great to all see one another as that doesn’t happen very often. From familiar faces we’ve shared many years with to several new faces joining the crowd, we are thankful for each employee who helps power our communities every single day.

As the years go by, some things naturally change — new team members arrive, roles evolve, and retirees take a long-awaited step back. But some things remain the same; like the strong sense of dedication to community that continues to define TVEPA.
We’re excited to welcome our newest employees. We’re glad you’re here and look forward to the many memories ahead!

Thank you to all of our employees for the hard work, commitment, and heart you bring to TVEPA each day. We appreciate you more than words can say.

05/26/2026

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Update at 1:23pm Services from TVA have been restored to TVEPA's Blue Goose Substation. We thank you for your patience and understanding!

Update at 1:15pm TVA has informed us that they have made great progress with repairs and they will be working to reenergize our Blue Goose substation this afternoon.

Update at 10:30am Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA- our power distributor) is working to repair their lines that feed our substation. We do not have a specific time frame for restoration, but it should be later today. We understand the frustration of a lengthy outage, but rest assured TVA is working to restore service to TVEPA's substation. We appreciate your understanding.

Update at 8am (photos included)
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has crews dispatched to work restoration on their end. Their transmission line is damaged and must be rebuilt/repaired. Once that is completed our substation will be reenergized. This will be a lengthy outage due to the extent of the damage.

Posted 5/26/26 at 6am
TVEPA Members in the northwest region of our service territory have a loss of services due to a transmission line issue feeding our Blue Goose Substation.
Crews are on site. Once TVA’s feed is restored our substation will be back online.
We do not have an estimated time of restoration yet. We will post updates as they are received from the field.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this process.