Hunter Safety: Stay Safe Around Electrical Equipment
Six essential safety tips for hunters to prevent accidents and ensure a safe hunting experience for you and your family.
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Oct 22
Holiday Meals: Your Recipe for Safety and Energy Savings
As you prepare to show off your cooking and baking skills this holiday season, consider this recipe for safe and efficiently prepared meals.
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Sep 23
How to Improve the Security of Your Smart Home
With a smart home system, there’s always a risk of hackers invading privacy and gaining access to personal information
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Aug 26
How to Find the Right Generator Size for Your Home
A generator can provide reliable backup power, but only if it’s sized correctly to fit your needs.
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Jul 10
Connect With Us at the Iowa State Fair
Stop by and see us in the air conditioned 4-H Exhibits Building on the southwest corner of the fairgrounds.
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Jul 10
Dorm Room Electrical Safety
If you or a loved one is heading off to college, follow these tips to prevent electric accidents and fires.
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Jun 20
Hot Tips for Cool Energy Savings
Energy-saving guidelines will help keep your energy budget from slipping into the red as summer heats up.
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May 22
Ceiling Fans Put Another Spin on Savings
Ceiling fans can help reduce cooling and heating costs while making you feel more comfortable.
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May 22
Staying Safe Around Those Green Boxes
Pad-mount transformers are instrumental in power supply, but they can pose potential and severe safety risks when not handled with care.
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Apr 23
Dos and Don'ts: Planting Trees
Follow these safety tips when planting trees for energy conservation and curb appeal.
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Apr 23
Prevent Deadly Shocks – Check Your Boats and Docks
Prevent electric shock drowning by properly installing and maintaining electrical equipment on boats and docks.
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Apr 23
Shining the Light on Community Volunteers
Iowa electric cooperatives encourage their members to participate in the statewide Shine the Light contest in June.
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Mar 18
Your Home: Making Room for Electrical Safety
Electricity can be hazardous if not treated properly. Take these steps to protect your home and family.
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Mar 18
Clean Up Your Energy Budget This Spring
Spring cleaning is the perfect time to take on energy waste in your home.
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Mar 18
April Honors Our Lineworkers
On April 8, 2024, we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day to honor the men and women who power life.
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Feb 19
Dos and Don'ts: Poison Safety
Keep your family safe by storing chemicals properly and following label directions.
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Feb 19
Know What's Below: Steps for Safe Digging
Keep safety in mind for all projects––especially those that require digging near underground utility lines.
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Jan 13
How Seven Co-op Principles Allow Us to Serve with L-O-V-E
Valentine's Day is a great time to explain how the seven cooperative principles allow us to serve you with L-O-V-E.
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Jan 13
Make Your Morning Routine More Energy Efficient
Simple tips to help you wake up to lower energy bills this morning and all year.
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Jan 13
Use Metallic Balloons Safely at Outdoor Celebrations
Know the potential dangers of metallic balloons so that you and your loved ones can safely enjoy outdoor celebrations.
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