JOEMC is closely monitoring the approach of Hurricane Idalia and preparing for potential impacts as it treks northward to North Carolina as a predicted tropical storm. While the intensity and track of Idalia remain uncertain, forecasts show the potential for gusty winds, heavy rain, and isolated tornadoes in eastern North Carolina, especially in areas where…
We’re Here to Serve You “We’re here to serve you,” We’ve all heard this phrase countless times. These words may sound generic, but to us– your local electrical cooperative–they mean everything. Jones-Onslow EMC was created to serve our community. Back in the day, neighbors banded together and formed our co-op for the common good. In our case, it was the only…
Clearing the Path In honor of National Right of Way Professionals Week, June 12-18, Jones-Onslow proudly recognizes our outstanding Vegetation Management program and team. Jones-Onslow’s Vegetation Management program ensures our members receive safe, reliable, and economical electric service. We strive to achieve this through our Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) strategy. This program demonstrates our commitment to environmental responsibility. Our crews apply various techniques for managing vegetation growth…
Two local students receive Touchstone Energy Sports Camp Scholarships! Jones-Onslow is delighted to announceBrooklyn Lanier and Ronin Wilson have been selected to receive TouchstoneEnergy Sports Camp Scholarships. Brooklyn Lanier will be heading to the Wolfpack Women’s Basketball Camp at the North Carolina State University in Raleigh, while Ronin Wilson will be attending the Carolina Basketball School at the University of…
Bright Ideas Early Bird Deadline is August 15! As the school year winds down, teachers in Onslow County, Jones County, and the Topsail area should apply now for a 2023-24 Bright Ideas grant from Jones-Onslow EMC! Creative ideas in the classroom could earn you up to $1,500 in funding. The deadline for applications is September 15,…
Jones-Onslow EMC Announces Powerline Technician Scholarship Winners: Conner Fritz and Austin Doughty Jones-Onslow Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) proudly announces the recipients of the Powerline Technician Scholarship: Conner Fritz and Austin Doughty. These exceptional individuals were chosen for their dedication, passion, and potential in the field of powerline technology. Conner Fritz has demonstrated a strong interest…
We Care About Your Safety The world is moving at warp speed, with new electrical innovations arriving daily, like electric cars, battery-operated lawn equipment, robot vacuums, and smart plugs. These new products make life easier for us, but we need to ensure that we use them in the safest way possible. These rapid advancements require further electrification and safe, efficient devices supporting the increased energy demand.…
Music, games, and more…a fun time was had by all! Annual Meeting recap: The 2023 Annual Meeting held on Friday, March 31st, was a success! Here’s a quick Annual Meeting recap: We looked forward to celebrating with our members in-person after two years of virtual meetings due to COVID-19. Our staff worked tirelessly in preparation…
Unleashing the Power of Digital Automation New Technology Real Time Automation Controller (SEL RTAC) Opportunity Jones-Onslow EMC is bringing innovation to how power is received and dispersed to its membership. Throughout the years, JOEMC’s Engineering team has relied heavily on the strength of in-person controls, which resulted in team members visiting each substation to review management. During power outages, the team…
Sustaining a Reliable Electric System “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” This is often said when someone is about to do something foolish or risky. If they heed this advice, they don’t commit to “one basket” but instead hedge their bets with multiple options. This strategy is how I describe JOEMC’s common-sense approach in the current energy transition. We know that consumer interest…
