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Nov 13, 2023

Holiday Lighting Safety Tips

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

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Nov 13, 2023

Ask an Expert: High Energy Bills

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

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

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Oct 16, 2023

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?

In the Kitchen: Storing Holiday Leftovers

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Oct 16, 2023

In the Kitchen: Storing Holiday Leftovers

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

Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards

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Oct 16, 2023

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.

Tips to Protect Your Family Against Cyber Attacks

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Sep 13, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

Ask an Expert: Changing Furnace Filters

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

Ask an Expert: Energy-Efficient Clothes Dryers

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Aug 22, 2023

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 10, 2023

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

Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use

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Jul 16, 2023

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?

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

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Jul 15, 2023

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, 2023

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, 2023

Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July

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

Air Source Heat Pumps Are Comfortably Efficient

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Jun 13, 2023

Air Source Heat Pumps Are Comfortably Efficient

Air Source Heat Pumps can provide highly efficient comfort for your home all year long.

Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer

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Jun 12, 2023

Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer

Stay safe this summer with grilling safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.

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May 15, 2023

Electric Safety While Boating

Water and electricity don’t mix. If you own a boat, follow these 6 safety tips.

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May 15, 2023

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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May 15, 2023

Ask an Expert: Time-of-Day Savings

What are some simple ways to shift energy use to off-peak hours?

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Apr 7, 2023

2023 Shine the Light Contest

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

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