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September 9, 2026 // < 1 min read

Meet our fall intern: Colton Davis

Madison High School senior joins Heartland offices this fall as part of the school’s Career and Technical Education program.

August 27, 2026 // < 1 min read

Giving back, one meal at a time

Heartland staff pack 1,200 frozen meals at Feeding South Dakota in conjunction with Public Power Day of Giving.

August 24, 2026 // < 1 min read

Heartland welcomes Rollag as director of economic development

As former director of Madison Area Development Corp, Rollag has 20+ years’ experience in banking and economic development.

Economic Development

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New ICAP facility will address housing and food needs

REDLG award, facilitated by Heartland, will support The Summit on Van Eps, expanding affordable housing and nutrition services.

September 16, 2026 // < 1 min read

August 24, 2026 // < 1 min read

Heartland welcomes Rollag as director of economic development

As former director of Madison Area Development Corp, Rollag has 20+ years’ experience in banking and economic development.

Economic Development

USDA rural business development grants available

Apply by June 30 for Rural Business Development Grants to support business development, training, technical assistance.

June 1, 2026 // < 1 min read

CEO’s Report

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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.

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.

Customer Spotlight

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September 14, 2026 // < 1 min read

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.

Customer Spotlight

New life for a familiar corner

Feistner family purchases former Legion, Foothills Repair properties in Wessington Springs as gravel business grows.

August 13, 2026 // < 1 min read

Customer Spotlight

New businesses bring fresh energy to Estelline

Lakeside Coffee Co. and Hitching Post Motel–each family-owned–add new amenities to the community to serve locals and visitors alike.

July 28, 2026 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

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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.

August 10, 2026 // < 1 min read

AI and utility cybersecurity

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape for electric utilities, according to American Public Power Association.

July 8, 2026 // < 1 min read

Get ready for Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Sign up now as a cyber awareness Champion with National Cybersecurity Alliance to access free resources to share in October.

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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September 14, 2026 // < 1 min read

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.

August 19, 2026 // < 1 min read

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.

June 10, 2026 // < 1 min read

Community partnerships fuel lighting upgrade

Madison, SD baseball field upgrades to LED with help from Heartland Energy Power Forward grants and local organizations.

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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Economic Development

New ICAP facility will address housing and food needs

REDLG award, facilitated by Heartland, will support The Summit on Van Eps, expanding affordable housing and nutrition services.

September 16, 2026 // < 1 min read

September 14, 2026 // < 1 min read

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.