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Tara Yost takes reins of On Hand

Yost plans to utilize her agricultural and educational background in her new position leading economic development efforts in Miller, SD.

Arlington Salutatorian named Student of the Month

Multi-sport student athlete and senior Tanaya Weiss is recognized by Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio for outstanding achievements.

Powering forward in the industry

In April, Heartland Energy Chief Communications Officer Ann Hyland marked 15 years of sharing the public power message and saving customers energy and money.

Is your online presence working for your business?

From the Small Business Development Center and GROW South Dakota: tips for auditing your small business online presence.

South Dakota Arms Company is Community Spark

Miller, SD business recognized by Heartland Energy for contributions to their community during National Small Business Week.

Madison businesses reap rewards with Growth Incentives

Wholesale power supplier Heartland Energy partnered with the city of Madison to reward The Office Bar & Grill and Best Western.

CEO’s Report: Why promote electrification?

Public power utilities can help consumers save money by promoting electricity as their main source of energy.

CEO’s Report: Customer Connections Committee provides meaningful interaction, feedback

Committee strengthens relationships between customers and with Heartland Energy and facilitates discussion on shared ideas, concerns.

CEO’s Report: Electrification funding opportunities, free services highlight Annual Meeting

Customer event will help municipalities determine eligibility for federal funding, detail free cybersecurity services, and more.

Howard 4-H president named Student of the Month

Katherine Connor earns award from Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio; is recognized for academic and extra-curricular excellence.

South Dakota Arms Company is Community Spark

Miller, SD business recognized by Heartland Energy for contributions to their community during National Small Business Week.

Senior class president named Student of the Month

Colman-Egan’s Sawyer Uhing earns award from Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio, is recognized as well-rounded scholar, athlete and leader.

Top findings from Project Boundary Fence

DSU program identifies risk factors and possible attack vectors for local governments’ IT systems and recommends possible solutions.

Heartland Energy marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Company signs on as 2022 Champion to help grow cybersecurity success and will share valuable tips and information throughout October.

5 actions to protect against ransomware

Managing your utility’s Renewable Energy Credits

WAPA hydropower and Heartland Energy customers can receive assistance in managing their renewable energy certificates (RECs).

Top findings from Project Boundary Fence

DSU program identifies risk factors and possible attack vectors for local governments’ IT systems and recommends possible solutions.

Parker grad receives valuable training at local municipality

Jason Ebeling earns lineworker scholarship from national trade association representing public power utilities

Living Meadows receives funding for heating and cooling upgrades

Madelia Municipal Light & Power partnered with Heartland Energy to offer $17,500 in incentives to assist with upgrade project.

CEO’s Report: Powering Forward in the new year

Changes to Power Forward rebate program include addition of EV charger rebate, electrification incentives and more.

Tax credits available for making efficiency improvements

Through the Inflation Reduction Act, a variety of federal income tax credits are available to homeowners for energy efficiency improvements.

Heartland Energy prepared to comply with new carbon-free law

MN municipal customers of Heartland Energy can utilize RECs to meet 2040 target.

CEO’s Report: Rural Minnesota communities threatened by Carbon-Free bill

Legislation calling for carbon-free MN by 2040 could increase electric rates and cause rolling blackouts and outages.

CEO’s Report: Funding opportunities for public power

Municipalities and electric consumers have options available via the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act.

Managing your utility’s Renewable Energy Credits

WAPA hydropower and Heartland Energy customers can receive assistance in managing their renewable energy certificates (RECs).

CEO’s Report: Solar calculator simplified

Increasing reliance on renewable generation poses challenges