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Nov 13, 20231 min read

Holiday Lighting Safety Tips

Tips to keep your family bright, happy, and safe this holiday season.

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Nov 13, 20231 min read

Ask an Expert: High Energy Bills

Energy costs vary, but we list some common reasons why they may suddenly increase.

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Ask an Expert: Is it Dangerous to Overload a Circuit?

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Oct 17, 20233 min read

Ask an Expert: Is it Dangerous to Overload a Circuit?

Wires in an electrical system or circuit have a maximum amount of current they can safely carry. How much is too much?

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In the Kitchen: Storing Holiday Leftovers

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Oct 16, 20231 min read

In the Kitchen: Storing Holiday Leftovers

You work hard preparing tasty holiday meals. Make the most of them by safely storing the leftovers.

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Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards

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Oct 16, 20232 min read

Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards

Electric heaters can make your home cozy, but they come with risks. Learn how to stay safe and warm.

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Tips to Protect Your Family Against Cyber Attacks

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Sep 13, 20232 min read

Tips to Protect Your Family Against Cyber Attacks

These 10 tips will help protect you and your family from falling victim to anyone trying to prey upon your personal data or information.

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Sep 12, 20233 min read

Celebrating National Co-op Month

Electric co-ops exist to serve our members, with affordable, reliable energy and following these 7 cooperative principles.

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Sep 11, 20232 min read

Ask an Expert: Changing Furnace Filters

Perform this routine task for better indoor air quality and for HVAC efficiency.

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Ask an Expert: Energy-Efficient Clothes Dryers

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Aug 22, 20231 min read

Ask an Expert: Energy-Efficient Clothes Dryers

High-performance clothes dryers save energy by only supplying the necessary amount of heat required by the load.

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Aug 22, 20232 min read

Your Home: Maintenance Tips for Fall

Here are some simple maintenance tips that will help your family stay safe and comfortable as the season changes.

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Aug 10, 20233 min read

Stay Safe During Harvest

Harvest time is a dangerous time. Follow these tips around electrical lines and equipment, and be careful of possible entanglements or falls

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Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use

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Jul 16, 20232 min read

Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use

How much electricity does the average household use in a year? And are there ways to decrease electricity use?

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Back to School Safety: Tips for Driving and Walking in School Zones

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Jul 15, 20231 min read

Back to School Safety: Tips for Driving and Walking in School Zones

It's important to be cautious while driving in school zones as large numbers of students are making their way to and from school.

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Jul 13, 20231 min read

Connect with Us at the Iowa State Fair

We look forward to connecting with our cooperative members at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 10-20

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Jun 18, 20232 min read

Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July

There are many Independence Day traditions but perhaps the most popular is fireworks.

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May 15, 20231 min read

How Do They Do That: Electric Vehicles

How do electric vehicles provide clean, high-performance driving? Peek under the hood and find out!

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Apr 13, 20231 min read

National Electrical Safety Month

Get safety tips for the workplace DIY projects, EVs and charging and your home’s electrical system.

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Apr 7, 20231 min read

2023 Shine the Light Contest

Iowa cooperatives celebrate community volunteers with third annual Shine the Light contest.

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Apr 7, 20231 min read

Ask an Expert: Cooling with Fans

Do ceiling fans cool the room itself or the occupants? Ask the expert!

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Mar 17, 20231 min read

Save Money on a Heat Pump Installation

Federal tax credits and incentives from your electric co-op make heat pump installation more economical than ever before.

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