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Service Impacting System Updates Scheduled for 12:01AM on November 17 & 18, 2026

Oct 20, 2026 | posted by Conner Williams
#internet #maintenance

SMTA will be updating our network software on Tuesday, November 17 and Wednesday, November 18, 2026 beginning at 12:01AM PST with an estimated completion by 4:00AM each day. Members with Secure Indoor WiFi equipment will experience a brief interruption in access to Internet service for...

What Is a Data Center? Separating Fact from Fiction

Sep 10, 2026 | posted by Conner Williams
#technology

You have likely seen more discussion lately about data centers, especially as new facilities are proposed around the country. But what exactly is a data center? Simply put, a data center is a secure building that houses computer servers and networking equipment. These systems store data, run...

2026-2027 SMTA Scholarship Winners

Jul 16, 2026 | posted by Conner Williams
#scholarships #company information #communtiy #coop

Congratulations to this year's SMTA scholarship recipients! We're proud to support local students and are so excited to see all of these amazing scholars continue their education. Keltes James $2,000 Oregon State University Bio-Engineering Maya Clark $2,000 Oregon State University...

SMTA WiFi Keeps Your Connected Devices Safe from Online Threats

Mar 13, 2026 | posted by SMTA
#internet #wifi #router

Our main goal at SMTA is to provide dependable and fast internet and WiFi service. But as more of our lives happen in a connected world, the need for protections from bad actors online has steadily increased.  That’s where ProtectIQ comes in: this security protocol is included with...

SMTA 2026 Scholarship Now Open for Applicants

Feb 12, 2026 | posted by SMTA
#scholarships #smta information

Does your high school senior intend to continue their education at a 4-year university, community college, or trade school? SMTA is committed to supporting local students with annual funds dedicated to help lessen the cost of a secondary education. Applications for a scholarship from SMTA are...

2026 SMTA Board of Directors Application

Dec 16, 2025 | posted by SMTA
#company information #board of directors

As member-owned cooperative, SMTA is governed by an elected Board of Directors that help guide the company’s projects and priorities. Directors serve terms of 3 years, and there are two positions up for election this year. If you’re interested in serving your community...

The Benefits of a Telecom Cooperative and Membership

Sep 26, 2025 | posted by SMTA
#company information #communtiy #coop

In today’s world, reliable communication and high-speed internet are not luxuries—they are essential tools for education, work, health care, and connection. For rural communities especially, telecom cooperatives like Scio Mutual Telephone Association play a vital role in delivering...

2025 SMTA Annual Meeting Recap

May 13, 2025 | posted by Conner Williams
#smta information #board of directors #annual meeting

Thank you to all of our amazing members & neighbors for showing your cooperative spirit at the 2025 SMTA Annual Meeting! This year’s was one of the most well-attended meetings in recent memory – below are a few highlights from the evening: We bid farewell to Jim Nieuwstraten after he retired...

Why SMTA Has Network Maintenance Windows

Mar 18, 2025 | posted by Conner Williams

SMTA internet subscribers enjoy some of the fastest speeds in the country over our dedicated fiber optic network. Part of ensuring quality service involves routine network maintenance from time to time. Just like your car needs regular maintenance to prevent damage and increase its longevity, so...

SMTA Scholarship Requirements Revised May 2025

Mar 11, 2025 | posted by SMTA
#scholarships #smta information

Click the button below for the updated 2025 SMTA Scholarship Requirements SMTA SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS REVISED MAY 2025 Scholarship applications must be submitted in-person at the SMTA office in Scio or to the applying student's high school counselor by 5:00PM on Friday, May 16,...

Tech Tip: Clear Your Personal Info from Old Devices Before Donating or Selling

Feb 6, 2025 | posted by Conner Williams

Looking to donate or sell old devices after getting new ones for the holidays? Make sure to clear all of your personal information from the device before giving it up. Even a streaming device like an Amazon Fire TV or Roku Stick could contain personal information like a credit card number or...

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Lost Member List Updated for 2025

Feb 5, 2025 | posted by SMTA
#capital credits #smta information

Check here to see if you name is on our list of lost members who are owed money.

How Co-Op Capital Credits Work and What to Expect

Feb 5, 2025 | posted by Conner Williams
#capital credits #smta information

When you sign up for communications services from SMTA, you become a member of the community cooperative. A co-op is essentially a business that is owned and run by the people that use its services. When services are rendered, members earn capital credits, which are shares of the co-op’s...

2025 SMTA Board of Directors Application

Jan 14, 2025 | posted by SMTA
#company information #board of directors

As member-owned cooperative, SMTA is governed by an elected Board of Directors that help guide the company’s projects and priorities. Directors serve terms of 3 years, and there are two positions up for election this year. If you’re interested in serving your community...

Outage Notice: Issues with Webmail Login Portal

Dec 20, 2024 | posted by Jason Nugent
#outage #email #webmail

Update: While it appears the webmail portal has mostly recovered, we've been hearing intermittent reports of users still having issues. The first thing to try if you see an issue is a "Hard Refresh" using your keyboard; press the CTRL and F5 keys at the same time. This will clear the cache in...

Scio Rural Fire District Strengthens Connections in Emergencies Due to New SMTA Partnership

Nov 20, 2024 | posted by Conner Williams
#announcements #communtiy #SMTA First Responder Network

SMTA is excited to partner with Scio Rural Fire District in the launch of a new reliable, secure, and exclusive WiFi network partnership that will better enable first responders to stay connected when dispatched to community emergencies in areas with little or no cell service. Scio Fire teams...

Your SMTA Bill Presentation is Changing Soon

Sep 17, 2024 | posted by Conner Williams
#announcements #smta information

Minor changes are coming soon to the layout of your SMTA bill. If you receive an electronic or printed bill, it will look slightly different beginning in December as a few things have been streamlined. No action is required on your part and there will be no change to your subscribed services or...

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