Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO)

🚨 Beware of Scams! 🚨 We're receiving reports of scammers contacting customers in Longview, demanding immediate payment and threatening to shut off power if not paid right away. Please stay vigilant and remember: 🔍 Signs of a Scam: 🔹 Unsolicited calls or messages 🔹 Requests for immediate payment via unusual methods (like gift cards) 🔹 Threats of disconnection or legal action If you receive a suspicious call, hang up and contact us directly through our official customer service number 1.888.216.3523. Stay safe and informed! For more tips on recognizing scams, visit SWEPCO.com/stopscams. #ScamAlert #StaySafe #CustomerAwareness #StopScams

🌟 Had a fantastic time with the De Queen Rotary Club! 🙌 We're grateful for the opportunity to share our efforts in serving our customers. The meeting was even more special as we celebrated Nate Hodges, our dedicated troubleman for the De Queen area, being inducted into the Rotary! 🎉Nate is a De Queen High School alumnus and the grandson of the late Tim Brotherton, a past president and longtime member of the De Queen Rotary. A big shoutout to De Queen Mayor Jeff Brown and fellow Rotarian Jay Bunyard for leading the induction ceremony. 🤝 Together, we make a difference! 💡💪 #Community #Service #Rotary

🌟 Stay Vigilant Against Scams! 🌟 At SWEPCO, we're committed to protecting you from financial scams, especially those where criminals impersonate our employees to pressure you into making immediate payments or divulging personal information. 🚨 Remember, we will NEVER ask for payment via pre-paid debit cards or threaten service disconnection over the phone. Scammers' tactics are becoming more sophisticated. Be cautious of phone calls, in-person visits, and even falsified mail and emails asking for your personal information. 🛡️ Guard your information carefully! 🛡️ For more tips on how to protect yourself, visit SWEPCO.com/stopscams. #StaySafe #StopScams #SWEPCO

🏡 Build Smart, Live Sustainably! 🌱✨ Did you know SWEPCO's New Home Program offers homeowners fantastic incentives for building energy-efficient homes? 📺 Watch Energy Efficiency & Consumer Program Coordinator Kawona Abmas explain how high-efficiency technologies like air source heat pumps, enhanced insulation, and induction cooktops can reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills in our recent "Ways to Save" video. https://lnkd.in/grGgxUwV 💰 Homeowners can receive up to $4,000 in cash rebates and additional tax incentives by incorporating energy-efficient features into their new builds. Ready to make your home more sustainable? Visit SWEPCOsolutions.com to learn more about the program and find local builders who can help you integrate these features! 🔗https://lnkd.in/gJaMN6wT #EnergyEfficiency #SustainableLiving #SWEPCO #NewHomeProgram

The American Electric Power Foundation, at SWEPCO's request, has awarded $38,500 to WINDRIDGE THERAPEUTIC EQUESTRIAN CENTER OF EAST TEXAS INC! This funding will provide rider scholarships for individuals with special needs and veterans, enhancing access to the transformative power of therapeutic horsemanship. 🐴💙 Mark Robinson, SWEPCO External Affairs Manager, shared, "We are thrilled to support Windridge in their endeavor to provide scholarships for individuals who have served our country and those with special needs. This grant represents our commitment to enhancing community well-being." Founded in 1988 by Margo Dewkett, Windridge has been a beacon of hope for children and adults with disabilities for over three decades. Under Margo's leadership, Windridge became the first center in Texas to design and build a facility specifically for therapeutic horsemanship, a model now adopted nationwide. Windridge Executive Director Celia Bower expressed, "This generous support from the AEP Foundation allows us to continue our mission of providing life-changing experiences through our equine assisted programs." Learn more about Windridge and their incredible work at windridgetexas.org. #CommunitySupport #TherapeuticHorsemanship #Veterans #SpecialNeeds #AEPFoundation #WindridgeTherapeuticEquestrianCenter

🌟 Congratulations to Lindsay Bates - SWEPCO's 2024 Volunteer of the Year! 🌟 We're thrilled to announce that Distribution Dispatcher Lindsay Bates has been honored for her incredible commitment to our local veterans and community initiatives, logging over 600 volunteer hours in 2024! 🎉 During a recognition lunch on March 25, SWEPCO celebrated Lindsay's inspiring work at the Lowe-Macfarlane Post No. 14 and the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 14 in Shreveport. As president of the auxiliary, Lindsay has dedicated herself to supporting veterans through various fundraisers and community activities. “Lindsay's unwavering dedication to our veterans and her community is truly inspiring,” said SWEPCO and COO Brett Mattison. “We are proud to recognize her as SWEPCO's Volunteer of the Year, and her impact will be felt for years to come." In addition to Lindsay, we honored Becky Whitenack with the Community Impact Award for her extensive work with 15 different nonprofits in 2024. We also want to shine a light on the incredible contributions of nine other honorees who are making a difference in their communities: 1. Erik Eaves - Supporting youth sports and community projects. 2. Bob Harper - Developing future leaders through community outreach at a church camp. 3. Benjamin Seals - Coaching youth marksmanship and helping students overcome challenges. 4. Travis Zappa - Serving as a volunteer firefighter and community educator. 5. David Rumsey - Serving as a reserve police sergeant and engaging in local events. 6. Cheryl Jordan - Uplifting youth through her church and community outreach. 7. Ivaunna Neigler - Organizing environmental initiatives and wildlife conservation efforts. 8. Josie H. - Actively supporting her community through various organizations and events. 9. Quentin Smith- Committed to youth development and community service projects. Join us in recognizing the efforts of all these amazing individuals who make a difference every day in their communities! 🙌💙

🔌 Career Connections at the Mineral Springs Yellow and Black Future Fair! 🎉 Garry Palmer, Operations Specialist, and Devin Greene, Senior Admin Assistant from our Turk Power Plant, had a fantastic time at the recently held Yellow and Black Future Fair in Mineral Springs, Arkansas! This student-focused career fair at Mineral Springs High School showcased a variety of career opportunities to around 250 students. As Samantha Fant, an educator at Mineral Springs, shared, "We wanted our students to see careers and have people to talk to them about the education or training they could receive." We're thrilled to have been part of this effort to connect young minds with the skills needed to power our communities! A huge thank you to Mineral Springs High School and Ms. Fant for the warm welcome! It’s always a great day to share the exciting opportunities available in our industry. Together, we can help shape the future of our workforce! ⚡️#FutureFair #CareersInEnergy #CommunityEngagement

Mark Robinson, SWEPCO's External Affairs Manager, led an important panel discussion on the Interstate 20 expansion and its impact on our communities at the State of the Region luncheon hosted by the Longview Chamber of Commerce. Attendees had the opportunity to hear from a panel of county judges from Gregg County and neighboring counties, who shared key updates and insights on how the I-20 expansion will shape the East Texas region's future. 🚧✨ It's heartening to witness our leaders coming together with a shared vision for the progress of East Texas! More: http://ms.spr.ly/6045qbKMZ

🚨 Important Alert for Our Customers! 🚨 We've received reports of individuals canvassing communities in Texas and beyond, asking customers for their Social Security numbers for supposed refunds. Please be aware that these individuals are NOT affiliated with us. Your safety is our priority! Protect yourself from scams by staying informed. Check out these helpful tips from our Ways to Save series, featuring Corporate Communications Representative Shantell Jordan and Shreveport Police Department’s Corporal Chris Bordelon, as they share essential ways to avoid scams. 👉 Watch the video here. Stay safe and vigilant!

It's always a great day to power our communities. These employees represent our dedicated generation teams working 24/7 across our SWEPCO service territory to safely keep the power flowing for our customers. #SWEPCO #Generation #PoweringOurCommunities