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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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Oct 17, 20233 min read
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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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Oct 16, 20231 min read
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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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Oct 16, 20232 min read
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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 13, 20232 min read
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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 12, 20233 min read
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Ask an Expert: Changing Furnace Filters
Perform this routine task for better indoor air quality and for HVAC efficiency.
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Sep 11, 20232 min read
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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, 20231 min read
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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 22, 20232 min read
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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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Aug 10, 20233 min read
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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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Jul 16, 20232 min read
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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 15, 20231 min read
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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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Jul 13, 20231 min read
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Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July
There are many Independence Day traditions but perhaps the most popular is fireworks.
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Jun 19, 20232 min read
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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, 20231 min read
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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 13, 20231 min read
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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
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Ask an Expert: Cooling with Fans
Do ceiling fans cool the room itself or the occupants? Ask the expert!
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Apr 7, 20231 min read
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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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Mar 17, 20231 min read
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6 Reasons to LOVE Your Co-op
Here are six reasons to love being a member of an electric cooperative.
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Jan 9, 20232 min read
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The Right Connection: Generator Safety Tips
Your electric power is generally reliable, but outages do happen. Extended outages can be inconvenient or uncomfortable, depending on the...
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Jan 9, 20232 min read
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