 Beltrami Electric Cooperative meanwhile is warning local businesses to be aware of calls from scammers looking to get sensitive financial information and money. Several Bemidji area businesses received calls from scammers today looking to gain that financial information or money from these businesses. Now those receiving calls were told their electrical service would be disconnected if payment was not received within a certain time frame. Beltrami Electric says they do not use call centers in foreign countries and that all of their customer service representatives are based in Bemidji. They say they do call customers when needed but if you're not 100% sure it's an actual representative hang up and call the co-op back at the number listed on your statement. They also encourage you to report the incident to the police. Beltrami Electric says consumers who have not received a disconnection notice in the mail should not engage anyone on the phone or by email demanding to take payments. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.