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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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October 8, 2026 // < 1 min read

Howard’s Kody Dawson recognized for commitment to public power

Electric superintendent earns 2026 Distinguished Service Award from Heartland Energy as part of Public Power Week.

October 6, 2026 // < 1 min read

Public power: Miller’s story

For the city of Miller, SD, public power means having a locally owned electric system that supports city services and planning for the future.

September 28, 2026 // < 1 min read

Howard senior is dynamic, driven young entrepreneur

Ellie Connor named Student of the Month by Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio, recognized for exceptional achievement and drive.

Cybersecurity

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October 7, 2026 // < 1 min read

Meet cybercriminal dpxaker: Long, unique passwords are too much work for him!

Dariy Pankov–AKA dpxaker–lives a lavish lifestyle by selling software that cracks short, reused passwords to criminals.

October 1, 2026 // < 1 min read

Make life difficult for cybercriminals

This Cybersecurity Awareness month, meet four real cybercriminals and learn the shortcuts they hope you’ll take to steal your information.

September 9, 2026 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity: No IT background needed

Free webinar from American Public Power Association will help all employees recognize and respond to cyber threats.

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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October 8, 2026 // < 1 min read

Howard’s Kody Dawson recognized for commitment to public power

Electric superintendent earns 2026 Distinguished Service Award from Heartland Energy as part of Public Power Week.

October 7, 2026 // < 1 min read

Meet cybercriminal dpxaker: Long, unique passwords are too much work for him!

Dariy Pankov–AKA dpxaker–lives a lavish lifestyle by selling software that cracks short, reused passwords to criminals.