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May 20, 2026 // < 1 min read

Honoring service, celebrating impact

Three Heartland employees marked milestones in May, combining for 50 years of service to the company and our customers.

March 4, 2026 // < 1 min read

Join us for Heartland’s Lunch & Learns

Spring community gatherings will foster conversation, connection and meaningful discussion among Heartland and customers.

January 14, 2026 // < 1 min read

Valentine extends partnership with Heartland Energy

Nebraska city selects Heartland after competitive review, extending full-requirements electric service through 2037.

Economic Development

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Economic Development

Double the spark in Volga

Community Spark Award honors two business–Kate’s House of Hounds and Back Alley Meats–built through innovation and community partnerships.

May 7, 2026 // < 1 min read

April 21, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Economic development is building strong communities for the long term

Economic development is achieved through steady, sustained progress; Heartland Energy is your long-term partner in local success.

Economic Development

EmBe Education opens in Madison

Community celebrates long-awaited childcare and preschool center with ribbon cutting and open house.

April 7, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

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May 26, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: The importance of continuing education

APPA and state associations offer an abundance of conferences, trainings, courses and more to strengthen utilities and their workforces.

April 21, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Economic development is building strong communities for the long term

Economic development is achieved through steady, sustained progress; Heartland Energy is your long-term partner in local success.

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.

Customer Spotlight

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May 13, 2026 // < 1 min read

Maguire Studer named Student of the Month

Madison High School senior and fine arts standout earns award from Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio for outstanding achievements.

Economic Development

Double the spark in Volga

Community Spark Award honors two business–Kate’s House of Hounds and Back Alley Meats–built through innovation and community partnerships.

May 7, 2026 // < 1 min read

April 22, 2026 // < 1 min read

Student of the Month blends leadership and creativity

Colman-Egan High School student body president Preston Meyer recognized for his character and commitment to his school.

Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity

Is your utility prepared for the next cyber threat?

The Cybersecurity Accelerator Program from American Public Power Association strengthens utilities’ existing cybersecurity efforts.

May 12, 2026 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

Use a safe word

This simple tip can protect your team and family from video and voice deepfakes as well as other AI-powered scams.

April 13, 2026 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

Launching April 1: AI Fools

A campaign and free toolkit from the National Cybersecurity Alliance helps people and organizations be aware of–and prepare for–AI scams.

March 24, 2026 // < 1 min read

Industry Update

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Industry Update

Electrical Safety Month

Ready-to-use graphics, tips and reminders utilities can use throughout the month of May to help prevent accidents and keep people safe.

May 4, 2026 // < 1 min read

Industry Update

You don’t know what you’ve got…’til it’s gone

MMUA’s Karleen Kos uses a familiar lyric to underscore the value of keeping power local and residents protecting what they have.

April 15, 2026 // < 1 min read

Industry Update

Public power works

American Public Power Association President & CEO Scott Corwin details benefits of community-owned electricity in guest column.

April 8, 2026 // < 1 min read

Power Forward

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January 22, 2026 // < 1 min read

Community investment gets kids moving

New indoor playground opens in Lake Crystal, MN with support from Heartland Energy economic development and Power Forward grants.

Power Forward

The new energy consumer

More households are motivated by cost AND the environment when making energy decisions. Power Forward can help.

September 9, 2025 // < 1 min read

Power Forward

Back to school means back to saving energy

8 easy, practical tips and habits to help families save money and energy during the back-to-school season.

August 13, 2025 // < 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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May 26, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: The importance of continuing education

APPA and state associations offer an abundance of conferences, trainings, courses and more to strengthen utilities and their workforces.

May 20, 2026 // < 1 min read

Honoring service, celebrating impact

Three Heartland employees marked milestones in May, combining for 50 years of service to the company and our customers.