Bandera Electric Cooperative

BEC is a not-for-profit electric distribution cooperative that serves all or parts of 7 counties in the Texas Hill Country.

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🎉 We have TWO winners! 🎉

This year's BEC Foundation Member Choice Contest ended in a tie! 🤩 Congratulations to Bandera Recycles (Don't Make Waste Bandera) and Out of the Way Community Corp.! Both organizations will receive a $5,000 grant to support their important work. 💙👏

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Did you know the average BEC electric pole stands 40–45 feet tall? 😳⚡ That’s nearly SIX 7′4″ Spurs players stacked together! 🏀 While the Spurs dunk at 10 feet, our linemen work even higher to help keep the Texas Hill Country powered every day. ⚫⚪ #BEC #GoSpursGo

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We’re excited to announce that Bandera Electric Cooperative has been named a winner of the 2026 Best Places to Work by the San Antonio Business Journal in the large employer category! 🎉🏆

Read the full press release here: https://t.co/s0z17xjOJT

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📢 All Bandera Electric Cooperative offices and lobbies will be temporarily closed on Tuesday, June 2, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for employee training.

#BanderaElectric #MemberNotice #OfficeClosure

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Bandera Electric Cooperative and BEC Fiber were proud sponsors of this year’s Memorial Weekend Stampede Rodeo presented by the Bandera ProRodeo Association! 🤠🐂🇺🇸

#BEC #BECFiber #StampedeRodeo #BanderaTexas #CowboyCapital #CommunityStrong

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⚡ Experiencing a power outage? Stay informed with BEC’s Real-Time Outage Map for live outage updates across our service area. View the map here: https://t.co/fIXeu0aJpt

#BEC #OutageMap #PowerUpdates #StayConnected

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Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. 🇺🇸

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

#MemorialDay #BanderaElectric #RememberAndHonor

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All BEC offices and lobbies will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

#MemorialDay #HolidayClosure

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⏰ Last chance to make your vote count!

BEC members, the voting window for the 2026 BEC Foundation Member Choice Contest closes tomorrow, May 22 at midnight.

👉 Cast your vote now: https://t.co/oFjBQlAZPE

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In his May message, CEO Bill Hetherington shares insights on the growing importance of energy affordability and how BEC is working to support members with reliable, cost-conscious power. ⚡

Read the full message here: 👉 https://t.co/dqJfhtGtSh

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Here’s a more concise version:

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Get a FREE ecobee thermostat:
👉 https://t.co/yZPOw6gBdx

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BEC Members — Check Your Inbox! 🔔

Have you checked out our May news yet? It’s packed with updates you won’t want to miss!

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Another great local career day in the books! ⚡

On May 5, BEC and BEC Fiber attended Bandera High School's Career Day, where linemen Brad and Nick, along with BEC Fiber Broadband Technician Joe, connected with students and shared insights about their careers in the field!

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To the moms who keep everything running—today is for you. 💐❤️

BEC wishes you a day filled with appreciation, rest, and time spent with those who matter most.

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We had a great time at this year’s Ag Day on April 30, hosted by the Bandera County Farm Bureau! 🌾⚡

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We had a great time connecting with future leaders at Alkek Elementary on April 28! ⚡
BEC linemen Brad & Trey, along with BEC Fiber techs Christian & Joe, gave students a look into their roles—sparking curiosity and future career dreams! 👷‍♂️💡

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✨📖 You MAY want to give this month’s issue a read!

Check your mailbox or read it online. 📬💻
🔗https://t.co/WAwK1puswR

#TexasCoopPower #BEC

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⚡ Ready to make the switch? Quickly sign up here:
https://t.co/VgzjEYvBmc

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🔋 Battery backup power just got an upgrade!

BEC’s Smart Battery Program is evolving with the new Enphase 10C 20 kWh home battery, delivering reliable backup power and added peace of mind during weather-related outages.

👉 Learn more: https://t.co/AMUrMVn4Rl

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In his April message, BEC CEO Bill Hetherington shares how spring marks the start of “solar season” in Texas and what that means for energy use across our region.

Read the full message here:
👉 https://t.co/8M4mYC0w2o