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Look Up and Live: Your Safety Depends on It This Harvest Season
As Iowa farmers prepare for another busy harvest season, we want to remind everyone about a critical safety message that could save your life: Look Up and Live.
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2 days ago2 min read
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Maintenance Tips for Fall
Here are some simple maintenance tips to help your family stay safe and comfortable as the seasons change.
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2 days ago3 min read
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Safety Campaign Highlights Powerline Awareness in Farm Fields
Safe Fields. Powerful Yields. reminds agricultural producers to be aware of power lines near their operations.
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2 days ago2 min read
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5 Steps for Safe Digging
August 11 (8/11) is National Safe Digging Day. If you are working on an outdoor project, be aware that careless digging can pose a threat to people, pipelines, and underground facilities. Follow these 5 steps before "digging in!"
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Jul 161 min read
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Find Us at the 2025 Iowa State Fair
Iowa’s Touchstone Energy electric cooperatives will be in the Rastetter 4-H Exhibits Building at the 2025 Iowa State Fair August 7-17. Connect with us for electric safety tips and treats for the kids!
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Jul 161 min read
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Back to School Energy-Saving Tips
The kids are headed back to school. As your family routine changes, you can reduce your energy costs with these simple tips.
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Jul 152 min read
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Beat the Heat and Save: Managing Peak Demand Together
Even small adjustments in your daily routine can make a significant difference in energy use when we work together.
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Jun 173 min read
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Tips for Cool Summer Savings
Don’t sweat high summer energy bills when you follow these six energy-saving tips!
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Jun 171 min read
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Summer Weather Safety Preparedness
By preparing now, we can all weather summer storms more safely and comfortably. Our cooperative is committed to keeping the lights on and restoring power quickly when nature has other plans.
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May 222 min read
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Summer Reliability Outlook: What You Should Know
In May, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) released its 2025 Summer Reliability Assessment. What does this mean for western Iowa?
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May 221 min read
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7 Energy-Wasting Habits You Should Break
Do these everyday energy-wasting habits seem familiar? Save money by changing your routine.
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Apr 232 min read
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Power Poles: No Posting Zone
Keep utility poles free from personal materials such as balloons, fliers, and metal objects to keep our utility workers safe.
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Apr 232 min read
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Electrical Safety Month: Keep Your Home Safe
May is National Electrical Safety Month. Follow these tips to keep your home and family safe this month and every month.
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Apr 232 min read
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Lineworkers are Wired for Service
Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 14, a moment to reflect on the essential role lineworkers play in our daily lives.
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Mar 202 min read
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April is Safe Digging Awareness Month
April is Safe Digging Awareness Month. Before you start any digging project, STOP and call 8-1-1 to request that utility lines be located.
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Mar 202 min read
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Energy-Efficient Trees?
Looking to lower your energy bill? Consider incorporating energy-efficient trees.
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Mar 193 min read
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Finding Our Cooperative's Pot of Gold
St. Patrick's Day reminds us of how lucky we are to serve our member-owners and serve as a powerful presence in our community.
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Feb 222 min read
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Small Heaters Can Lead to Bigger Bills
Sometimes consumers turn to space heaters for additional warmth, which can boost winter heating bills. How to heat safely and efficiently.
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Jan 213 min read
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2024-5 Winter Reliability Forecast Optimistic
While the 2024-2025 winter energy reliability outlook is optimistic, the electric grid still faces long-term challenges.
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Dec 11, 20242 min read
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Stay Safe and Warm this Winter
Tips to ensure your home and family are ready for power outages associated with severe winter weather.
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Dec 11, 20242 min read
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