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August 26, 2025 // < 1 min read

Grant supports future workforce

Funding from Heartland Energy brings robotics and automation curriculum from Project Lead the Way to New Ulm Middle School.

August 7, 2025 // < 1 min read

South Dakota, Iowa and Nebraska named top AI power states

Special interruptible rate program–DATA–gives Heartland Energy customer communities the edge in attracting data centers.

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Summer Conference highlights economic opportunities

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden and guest speakers highlighted partnerships, offered insight on driving rural growth.

July 17, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

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August 5, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Planning for your utility’s future

New guidebook from APPA offers 8-step model to help public power utilities of all sizes create strategic plans.

July 9, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Rhoden to deliver opening remarks at Summer Conference

South Dakota Governor will highlight key economic development partnerships; economy and childcare solutions will also be highlighted.

June 10, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: We want your feedback

Customer satisfaction survey will help Heartland better serve customers, exceed expectations and meet strategic plan goal.

Customer Spotlight

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August 26, 2025 // < 1 min read

Grant supports future workforce

Funding from Heartland Energy brings robotics and automation curriculum from Project Lead the Way to New Ulm Middle School.

Customer Spotlight

Aurora projects aim to boost housing, business

City leaders, developers improving local housing options to meet growing demand and strengthen business-friendly community.

July 23, 2025 // < 1 min read

Customer Spotlight

Student of the Month shines in academics and the arts

Sioux Valley High School senior Alexis Rust honored by Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio for her dedication, talent and leadership.

May 14, 2025 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

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September 4, 2025 // < 1 min read

Committing to online safety

Become a cyber safety Champion and educate and empower others by celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October.

August 18, 2025 // < 1 min read

QR code scams on the rise

Think before you scan: Learn how “quishing” works and simple ways to protect yourself before you fall victim.

July 2, 2025 // < 1 min read

Best vacation and travel cybersecurity tips

The National Cybersecurity Alliance offers best practices to protect your devices before you go, while you travel and upon returning home.

Industry Update

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June 18, 2025 // < 1 min read

Building tomorrow’s workforce today

Public power utilities invest in youth, education and community to build pipelines for local talent and fill critical roles.

June 4, 2025 // < 1 min read

Mid-West executive director Jim Horan stepping down

Horan joining Basin Electric as senior vice president and general counsel in July.

May 11, 2025 // < 1 min read

Free website available for SD municipalities

Site from South Dakota Municipal League helps local governments share meeting information with the public–and stay compliant.

Power Forward

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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

May 20, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Marketing electrification

Boosting rebate program awareness by reaching the right people.

Legislative & Regulatory

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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.

March 4, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: At the table with our nation’s leaders

Despite being a small public power entity, Heartland Energy has a direct line to South Dakota’s powerful voices in Washington, D.C.

February 18, 2025 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report: Legislative Rally preview

Heartland joins American Public Power Association in Washington, D.C. to advocate on behalf of our public power customers.

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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

September 4, 2025 // < 1 min read

Committing to online safety

Become a cyber safety Champion and educate and empower others by celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October.