Earth Day provides an annual opportunity for people around the world to make positive changes that can improve our environment. At North Alabama Electric Cooperative, the day is a reminder that being good stewards of the environment is part of our commitment to bringing our members safe, reliable and affordable power. Electricity can provide a…
These tips can shield you from a storm A local weather phenomenon can create some dangerous situations when severe thunderstorms approach Northeast Alabama. In the valley, a storm might seem relatively minor, but then it hits the surrounding mountains and quickly intensifies, says Paul Smith, Jackson County Emergency Management Agency director. “The National Weather Service…
Alabama Wildlife Center making a difference with care and education Photos contributed by Alabama Wildlife Center Alabama Wildlife Center Executive Director Doug Adair looks around at children taking part in the center’s education programs — nearly 600 of them in 2019 alone — and sees a bit of himself. “It never gets old,” Adair says.…
Help NAEC keep the lines clear At North Alabama Electric Cooperative, linemen must be prepared to respond to outages caused by everything from wildlife on the wires to car accidents taking out power poles. But one of the most common causes of outages on our system is far simpler: falling debris disrupting power lines. When…
Understanding the census Once a decade, the United States counts its citizens, which results in a treasure trove of data relevant to politics, businesses, schools and much more. States use census data to draw congressional district boundaries. And the numbers can even determine how many congressional representatives a state sends to Washington. Locally, many counties,…
Having a heART for the community CUBB (Citizens United for a Better Bridgeport) is extending a warm and gracious thanks to one of its own humanitarians, Art Roper, a gentleman with an extraordinary heart and many talents. Roper has been a mainstay for Bridgeport’s Christmas parades for 31 years, expecting nothing and giving everything. He…
Pay your North Alabama Electric Cooperative bill when it’s most convenient for you. We offer a variety of fast and easy options. Pay online Visit northalabama.utilitynexus.com/login Create an account using Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Microsoft Edge Log in with your email address and password Pay your bill using a credit card,* electronic transfer of…
The Siege at Bridgeport Nearly 160 years ago, opposing troops gathered at a vital strategic asset — a railroad bridge across the Tennessee River. The span linked Alabama to Tennessee, and it represented a vital connection to points both north and south. The bridge made the city of Bridgeport, Alabama, a focal point of a…
Our electric system is built to withstand the heavy winds and rain. But no matter how much we prepare, some outages are inevitable. When outages do occur, many North Alabama Electric Cooperative members temporarily use portable generators. If you plan to use a portable generator during storm season, keep these guidelines in mind to ensure…
Courtenay Conring often fished as a youngster growing up in north Georgia, and as an adult she enjoys a career as a wildlife management area biologist for the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division in Jackson County. “To me there’s no money in the world worth what I get to do every day, you know?”…
