Power Poles Are Not Bulletin Boards

Sep 5, 2023 | Safety, News Bits

Above: Leftover tacks, staples and nails on a wooden power pole can puncture lineworker equipment, causing serious harm. (Photo By: Sharilyn Fairweather/Flathead EC) When an evangelical group was hanging bright yellow signs with the words “Jesus Saves” on wooden power...

Meeker Cooperative Light & Power Association Receives $19 Million Grant to Expand High-Speed Internet Access in Rural Minnesota

Jul 7, 2023 | Announcement, Industry, News Bits

Meeker Cooperative Light & Power Association is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a $19 million grant as part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) ReConnect Program. This funding, provided through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will...

Keeping Pets and Energy Bills Comfortable

Nov 18, 2022 | Energy, News Bits

We consider our four-legged companions as part of the family. That’s why during the winter months, we make sure our whole family, including our four-legged members, is cozy––without taking a big “bite” out of our budget. Here are a few simple ways you can make your...

Vintage Co-op Safety Car From North Dakota Still on the Road in Ohio

Sep 20, 2022 | News Bits, Industry

An old vehicle that logged thousands of miles on behalf of Basin Electric Power Cooperative in the 1960s has resurfaced in central Ohio. The Plymouth Suburban was one of the generation and transmission co-op’s first safety vehicles, purchased not long after...

Energy Savings Tip – Seal Air Leaks

Aug 29, 2022 | News Bits

An easy way to save energy is to seal air leaks and holes where plumbing pipes run through walls in your home. You can also check wall-mounted cabinets for plumbing holes or air gaps in the back. Fill any holes or gaps with spray foam. Wear protective gloves and use a...

Avoid Distractions While Driving

Aug 22, 2022 | News Bits

Some temptations are hard to resist. While driving, we typically hear that “ding” on our phone, alerting us to a text or call coming through, and we sometimes feel the urgent need to check it. We know we shouldn’t, but we reason that we’re going to make an...