Cuivre River Electric Cooperative, Inc.

11/12/2026

The results are in! This year’s photo contest brought in over 40 impressive submissions from CREC members.

Congratulations to Alice Muschany of Wentzville, who took first place with “Mother Nature Letting off Steam.” Jan Berndtson of Troy earned second place for “Western Painted Turtles Basking in the Sun,” and Cathy Wilhelmi of Innsbrook received third place for “Eagle Family.” In our Young Photographers competition, first place went to Trinity Welch for "Frenchman's Bluff Cliff," and second place to Troy Lawrence for "Troy, MO Full Moon," both of Troy.

These winning entries—along with many other great member submissions—will be featured in the 2027 CREC Member Calendar, now available for pickup at both office locations.

11/11/2026

Happy Veteran's Day! Today, we honor and thank all who have served. Your courage, dedication and sacrifice protect the freedoms we cherish. We are deeply grateful. Help us thank our CREC Veteran's below!

11/09/2026

Our member portal will be receiving an update tonight at 5 p.m. Please note that links within e-bill notification emails sent previously and during the update between 5 p.m. and midnight will be inactive.

To view your bill this evening please go to the member portal, log in, and click the bill link.

11/06/2026

Before you head into the woods, make sure electrical safety is part of your preparation checklist. Remember:
- Never install stands or blinds on utility poles or near electrical equipment.
- Stay at least 10 feet from overhead power lines when climbing or placing a tree stand.
- Stay 50 feet or more from a downed power line and call 911 to report it.
- Don’t aim or shoot near power lines, poles or substations.
- Always assume power lines are live and dangerous, even if they appear inactive.
Helping to keep you and your loved ones safe: just one of the many benefits of being an electric cooperative member!

11/04/2026

We're in the month of thanksgiving, and we couldn't be more thankful for our outstanding employees who work hard every day for our members. Help us thank our November anniversary recipients in the comments!

11/04/2026

Looking for an efficient way to heat and cool a space? Mini-split systems can be a great option for additions, garages, bonus rooms or other areas where extending ductwork isn't practical. Because they deliver heating and cooling directly to the space, they can also help you manage energy use more efficiently.

Before choosing a system, make sure it's properly sized for your space and look for a high-efficiency model. A little planning can make a big difference when it comes to year-round comfort and energy savings.

Saving energy and money: just one of the many benefits of being an electric cooperative member!

11/02/2026

The November issue of Rural Missouri/Current Times is here!

This month's digital edition is packed with stories and updates from across our cooperative community, including:

✅ Baby Grace brings help to local families
✅ Understanding co-op-owned vs. member-owned electrical equipment
✅ Operation Round Up Report – September 2026
✅ Honoring our veterans
✅ 2026 Calendar Photo Contest winners
✅ Energy in Today's Classroom highlights
✅ Annual Lineworkers Rodeo recap
✅ Local features, community news, and more!

Take a few minutes to explore the latest issue and stay connected with what's happening at Cuivre River Electric Cooperative and across rural Missouri.

📲 Read the digital edition here:

The November 2026 Current Times/Rural Missouri digital issue is now available! November 2nd, 2026 The digital version of November's Rural Missouri/Current Times is now available!Click here to read the November IssueThis edition includes:Baby Grace brings help to local familiesWho owns what? Electric...

10/31/2026

Keep Halloween fun, not frightening, with these electrical safety tips!

Happy Halloween from your local electric cooperative!

10/30/2026

CREC knows the best solutions start with listening. Because our members guide our future, we’re able to focus on what matters most here at home. Local voices. Local leadership. Local solutions. That’s just one of the many reasons we celebrate the cooperative difference in October.

10/28/2026

First Responders: If there’s an emergency and electrical lines are involved, call the utility immediately.