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June 1, 2026 // < 1 min read

USDA rural business development grants available

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

May 7, 2026 // < 1 min read

Double the spark in Volga

Community Spark Award honors two business–Kate’s House of Hounds and Back Alley Meats–built through innovation and community partnerships.

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.

CEO’s Report

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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.

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.

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Maguire Studer named Student of the Month

Madison High School senior and fine arts standout earns award from Heartland Energy and KJAM Radio for outstanding achievements.

May 13, 2026 // < 1 min read

May 7, 2026 // < 1 min read

Double the spark in Volga

Community Spark Award honors two business–Kate’s House of Hounds and Back Alley Meats–built through innovation and community partnerships.

Customer Spotlight

Student of the Month blends leadership and creativity

Colman-Egan High School student body president Preston Meyer recognized for his character and commitment to his school.

April 22, 2026 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity

Is your utility prepared for the next cyber threat?

The Cybersecurity Accelerator Program from American Public Power Association strengthens utilities’ existing cybersecurity efforts.

May 12, 2026 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

Use a safe word

This simple tip can protect your team and family from video and voice deepfakes as well as other AI-powered scams.

April 13, 2026 // < 1 min read

Cybersecurity

Launching April 1: AI Fools

A campaign and free toolkit from the National Cybersecurity Alliance helps people and organizations be aware of–and prepare for–AI scams.

March 24, 2026 // < 1 min read

Industry Update

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June 4, 2026 // < 1 min read

Sharpen your financial expertise

Develop the knowledge and tools needed to support sound financial decisions and long-term utility success with APPA education series.

May 4, 2026 // < 1 min read

Electrical Safety Month

Ready-to-use graphics, tips and reminders utilities can use throughout the month of May to help prevent accidents and keep people safe.

April 15, 2026 // < 1 min read

You don’t know what you’ve got…’til it’s gone

MMUA’s Karleen Kos uses a familiar lyric to underscore the value of keeping power local and residents protecting what they have.

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Community investment gets kids moving

New indoor playground opens in Lake Crystal, MN with support from Heartland Energy economic development and Power Forward grants.

January 22, 2026 // < 1 min read

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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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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June 4, 2026 // < 1 min read

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 1, 2026 // < 1 min read

USDA rural business development grants available

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