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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.

December 8, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: What does it take to attract a data center?

Heartland’s Interruptible Load Program helps public power communities offer reliable, affordable energy and low-risk growth.

Economic Development

Strengthening rural communities

Grant opportunities to strengthen families, workforce and housing across Heartland’s service territory in 2026.

December 5, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

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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.

January 29, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Public power pays

Public power offers local control, community focus and affordability, backed by data found in APPA’s 2025 Public Power Statistical Report.

December 8, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: What does it take to attract a data center?

Heartland’s Interruptible Load Program helps public power communities offer reliable, affordable energy and low-risk growth.

Customer Spotlight

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February 17, 2026 // < 1 min read

New look, familiar place

Heartland’s 2026 Summer Conference will return to Elmwood Golf Course in Sioux Falls, SD and enjoy newly constructed facilities.

February 9, 2026 // < 1 min read

Multi-sport standout named Student of the Month

Sioux Valley High School senior and basketball, volleyball standout Talya Vincent earns honor from Heartland and KJAM Radio.

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.

Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity

Your cyber survival guide

Free resource offers clear, practical guidance to help you feel more prepared and more informed for stressful online situations.

February 3, 2026 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

Take control of your privacy settings

Understand and manage settings on popular apps and devices in order to protect your information during Data Privacy Week.

January 27, 2026 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

Smart holiday shopping online

A few simple habits can help you shop confidently and keep information secure during the busy holiday season.

December 3, 2025 // < 1 min read

Industry Update

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January 5, 2026 // < 1 min read

Strengthen your skills, strengthen your community

Upcoming webinars, workshops and conferences offer training and practical guidance for municipal, utility and city leaders.

December 18, 2025 // < 1 min read

Public meetings that work

Supporting public input in local government through open meetings protocols, including clear agendas, records and more.

November 17, 2025 // < 1 min read

Unlocking the value of your APPA membership

Heartland Energy customers can expand their teams’ capabilities with support from APPA–plus, their membership is covered.

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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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.

Legislative & Regulatory

2026 state legislative priorities

Roundup of bills being monitored by Heartland and municipal leagues in SD, Minn., Iowa and Nebraska for their impact on public power.

February 5, 2026 // < 1 min read

March 12, 2025 // < 1 min read

Heartland customers not impacted by Canadian tariffs

Heartland customers in the Minnesota MISO footprint need not be alarmed by threat of electricity surcharge imposed by Ontario.

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February 17, 2026 // < 1 min read

New look, familiar place

Heartland’s 2026 Summer Conference will return to Elmwood Golf Course in Sioux Falls, SD and enjoy newly constructed facilities.

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.