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November 4, 2026 // < 1 min read

Madison Family Dental invests in new facility to better serve community

Financing from the HELP Fund supported the local business’ growth while expanding access to healthcare services.

September 22, 2026 // < 1 min read

Heartland Energy supports Colman-Egan School expansion

School earned over $11 in electric rebates from Heartland’s Growth Incentive Program in first year of expansion.

September 16, 2026 // < 1 min read

New ICAP facility will address housing and food needs

REDLG award, facilitated by Heartland, will support The Summit on Van Eps, expanding affordable housing and nutrition services.

CEO’s Report

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October 5, 2026 // < 1 min read

Your Community. Your Utility. Your Power.

This Public Power Week, we remind customers that public power is about more than electricity–it’s local ownership and local benefits.

September 24, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Telling your public power story

Public Power Week is a chance to remind citizens that municipal electric utilities belong to the communities they serve.

August 4, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: The power of connection

Celebrating our 20th year, the Heartland Summer Conference brought together people in an environment designed for learning and collaboration.

Customer Spotlight

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November 5, 2026 // < 1 min read

Langford students add color to Public Power Week

City Hall hosts coloring contest for local students, inviting kids to learn more about the public power utility.

October 27, 2026 // < 1 min read

La Plaza Fiesta in national spotlight

Family-owned Mexican restaurant in Madelia, Minnesota featured on web series, America’s Best Restaurants.

October 22, 2026 // < 1 min read

Student of the Month combines creativity and determination

Arlington, SD senior Dystiny Loss is recognized for her drive and achievements by Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio.

Cybersecurity

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October 27, 2026 // < 1 min read

Meet Giant Company: Don’t take the bait

This Cybersecurity Awareness Month, be skeptical of every incoming message, especially if it’s urgent or asks you to click a link.

October 19, 2026 // < 1 min read

Meet Zestix: MFA is such a pain

Don’t make life easy for cybercriminales by enabling multi-factor authentication on all accounts during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

October 14, 2026 // < 1 min read

Meet Cozy Bear: Roar back with software updates

Every day you click “Remind Me Later” on an update is another day you’re vulnerable to attacks from cyber criminals.

Industry Update

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Industry Update

Small Cities Initiative helps hometown utilities tackle complex projects

New program from Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association helps small public power towns like Hecla, SD meet local challenges.

July 15, 2026 // < 1 min read

Industry Update

Free APPA safety videos

APPA offers a growing library of safety training materials available to member utilities-including Heartland customers-at no cost.

June 17, 2026 // < 1 min read

Industry Update

Sharpen your financial expertise

Develop the knowledge and tools needed to support sound financial decisions and long-term utility success with APPA education series.

June 4, 2026 // < 1 min read

Power Forward

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Power Forward

Power Forward grants support community center and park upgrades

Heartland awards grants to cities of Estelline, White to support new lighting, refrigeration equipment at community facilities.

September 14, 2026 // < 1 min read

Power Forward

Plankinton and Tyndall awarded Power Forward grants

Lighting upgrades at the Plankinton fire hall and Tyndall ballfields demonstrate how energy efficiency investments create lasting benefits.

August 19, 2026 // < 1 min read

Power Forward

Community partnerships fuel lighting upgrade

Madison, SD baseball field upgrades to LED with help from Heartland Energy Power Forward grants and local organizations.

June 10, 2026 // < 1 min read

Legislative & Regulatory

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Legislative & Regulatory

Website accessibility: Now is the time to prepare

The clock is ticking on a new federal rule mandating all state and local governments websites be ADA compliant.

March 9, 2026 // < 1 min read

March 3, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Advocating for public power, witnessing history

Discussing grid reliability, local control, infrastructure investments, and federal policies at the 2026 Legislative Rally.

February 12, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Public power on Capitol Hill

Heartland will share key messages of electric reliability, energy permit reform, and cybersecurity during the 2026 Legislative Rally.

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November 5, 2026 // < 1 min read

Langford students add color to Public Power Week

City Hall hosts coloring contest for local students, inviting kids to learn more about the public power utility.

November 4, 2026 // < 1 min read

Madison Family Dental invests in new facility to better serve community

Financing from the HELP Fund supported the local business’ growth while expanding access to healthcare services.