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May is Electrical Safety Month
Annual Cogeneration Notification to Membership 2025
Electric Cooperatives PAC cites success in 2024
Districts 2, 4 & 6 Board Candidates 2025
Federal action not likely to impact local energy bills
Schwab retires from Steele-Waseca
Manager Connection: annual meeting & mail in ballots
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Annual meeting details, voting with the mail-in ballot
Great River Energy, ITC Midwest and Xcel Energy move forward with Upper Midwest’s first 765-kV electric transmission backbone
Minnesota Nuclear Energy Alliance calls for end to nuclear moratorium to secure clean energy future
No foolin’: April is safe digging month
Lineworker Appreciation
Manager Connection: Outages
Steele-Waseca board candidates for 2025 announced by co-op’s Nominating Committee
Wrapped in savings with proper insulation
“War of the Currents” assembly at Medford School
Manager Connection: Dual Fuel
After nearly 37 years, Don Bos retires from Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric
Soil Health Winter Workshop Highway 14 tour stop coming to Owatonna Feb. 18
MISO predicts adequate resources to meet winter demand
MISO approves historic portfolio of high-voltage electric transmission lines
Manager Connection: WMA Increases
Residential rebates for co-op members in 2025 announced by Steele-Waseca
2025 Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. scheduled June 16-21
Data center site in Faribault fetches $4.5 million
Manager Connection – Electric Sources, Planning and Looking Ahead
Wholesale provider Great River Energy increasing rates in 2025
Steele-Waseca expands qualifications for awarding $1,000 scholarships to high school graduates in 2025
Non-Discrimination Statement
Prevent holiday fires by practicing safety around your home
Options for paying your Steele-Waseca electric bill
Manager Connection: Capital Credit Equity Retired
Steele-Waseca board of directors learn of co-op’s line crew assistance in South Carolina and Florida
New record established with retirement of capital credit equity approved by SWCE board of directors
SWCE dump truck for sale
Steele-Waseca among electric co-ops sending lineworkers to aid power restoration after Hurricane Helene
Fire extinguisher safety
Members updated on co-op activities during four town hall meetings in Owatonna
Manager Connection – Transmission Line Projects
2025 Nominating Committee appointments announced
Roetman reflects on power restoration experience in Jamaica
SWCE Sends Line Technicians to South Carolina – WCCO Reports on Delegation
Growing rooftop solar scams prompt action from government, co-ops
Is your dual fuel system ready for cold weather?
Go above and beyond for a safe harvest
Cybersecurity tips for a safer digital world
Manager Connection: Co-op Community
Roetman volunteers to help rebuild electric service in Jamaica
Cold Weather Rule Notification
Beginner’s guide to the electric grid
Paving the Way
Manager Connection: Benefits of Electricity
Steele-Waseca utilizes Great River Energy contribution to benefit six community organizations
MREA perspective on state’s completed legislative session
Manager Connection: Rebates
Youth Tour experience in Washington, D.C.—“unforgettable”
Field of Heroes
Grid project: drone installation
Twins Community Fund Youth Baseball Clinic
Members on dual fuel program: updates
Downloading the SWCE app
Move over for flashing lights—it’s the law
18 scholarships awarded to high school grads
88th Annual Meeting Recap
Mail-in ballot results announced at 88th annual meeting
Steele-Waseca’s 2024 Nominating Committee
Five common myths about how to save energy at home
Richter to represent Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric in Washington, D.C., for the 2024 Youth Tour
Hydro power generation project
Integrated resource plan gets OK from Minnesota PUC
Great River Energy: Powering what’s possible for Steele-Waseca
Heat pumps offer benefits for consumers, the environment
Manager Connection: Annual Review of the Co-op
Steele-Waseca annual meeting reminders
Mail-in ballots are on their way
SWCE 2024 board of director nominees
Steele-Waseca implementing time-of-use rate May 1
Gopher State One Call
Annual Cogeneration Notification to Membership
Tips to help you find and correct electrical hazards around your home
Manager Connection: 88th Annual Meeting Details
Steele-Waseca annual meeting details with first year of mail-in ballots
Are you covered if your electronics sustain damage after an outage?
National Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 8
Manager Connection – Your Trusted Energy Advisor
Board candidates for 2024 announced by Steele-Waseca’s Nominating Committee
What can we expect from the legislature in 2024?
What does it mean when you see the Energy Star® label?
Residential rebates available to members in 2024
Manager Connection – Tree Trimming Benefits
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric seeking assistance to locate former members
Expanding the grid while maintaining reliability, resiliency
Manager Connection: Cost of Power Increases
Steele-Waseca board of directors approve mail-in ballot option for annual meeting voting
Making a Winter Driving Survival Kit
2024 Washington, D.C. Youth Tour scheduled June 18-23
Midwest electric system ready for winter weather
New study reveals Minnesota electric cooperatives contribute nearly $20 billion to the state’s economy
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric awarding $1,000 scholarships to qualified high school graduates in 2024
Manager Connection – Reliable, affordable electricity continues in 2024
Budget, rates set for ’24 by wholesale provider Great River Energy
Steele-Waseca installs two electric vehicle chargers
Five ways to safeguard your home this winter
Stan Eaton memorial plaque moved
Grid North Partners to implement 19 transmission upgrades to reduce system congestion
Manager Connection: $2.135 million capital credit equity approved
Steele-Waseca board appoints Schlaak District 3 director
New record retirement of capital credit equity approved by Steele-Waseca board of directors
Learn how to avoid common phone utility scams
When should you replace your water heater?
Manager Connection: 2023 Rebates
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric announces 2024 Nominating Committee appointments
Steele-Waseca host town hall meetings for first time since pandemic
Spooky energy savings in the spirit of efficiency
Electric co-ops grow for the communities they serve
Farm Safety Field Day
Is your dual fuel system ready for cold weather?
Manager Connection: Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Board Director Duane Edwardson dies at the age of 84
Cold Weather Rule notification
Steele-Waseca tours member businesses
Questions to consider before installing rooftop solar
Are you covered if your electronics sustain damage after an outage?
GRE doubles joins nationwide electric vehicle initiative
Manager Connection: Gopher State One Call
Rebate check presentation-Absolute Air
Olson pleased with line technician opportunity at Steele-Waseca
GRE doubles commitment to pollinator-friendly habitat restoration
Electricity: An everyday value when compared to other common expenses
Manager Connection – Reliable Energy Created in Tree Trimming & Planned Outages
Washington, D.C. Youth Tour, “It was an amazing trip and experience!”
The Buzz about Pollinator Gardens: Celebrating the Significance of Pollinator Week
Minnesota’s legislative session will impact everyone in the state who uses electricity
Efficiency upgrades to help you save this summer
SWCE awards scholarships to “Class of 2023” high school graduates
Manager Connection: Annual Meeting Recap & Review of Articles of Incorporation & Bylaw Changes
Members in attendance for annual meeting approve proposed articles of incorporation, bylaws, and elect directors
A new PAC identity unveiled by NRECA
SWCE Annual Meeting reminders 2023
Nominating Committee completes duty for board of director nominees
Klokonos representing Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric for the 2023 Youth Tour to Washington, D.C.
Great River Energy delivers on its triple bottom line in 2022
Wacek thrilled with accounting position at Steele-Waseca
SWCE 2023 board of director and corporate services
Manager Connection: Annual Meeting, Articles of Incorporation & Bylaws
Annual Cogeneration Notification to Membership
Gopher State One Call
SWCE 2023 board of director nominees
Manager Connection: Annual Meeting 2023
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric preparing for 87th annual meeting
Steele-Waseca’s Nominating Committee announce board candidates for 2023
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric representatives meet with state legislators
Play it safe: 10 do’s and don’t when using portable generators
National Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 10th
Manager Connection – 100% carbon free by 2040 & National Lineworker Appreciation Day
Generic chargers can cause serious injury
Do you have or know someone dealing with an ice dam issue this winter season?
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric bringing back auditions for national anthem singer at co-op’s 87th annual meeting
Heat pumps prove efficient, effective in cold climates
Burns enjoying Steele-Waseca’s customer service representative position
FAQ’s on Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Energy efficiency tax credits for homeowners
Applications being accepted for 2023 Washington, D.C. Youth Tour
Steele-Waseca partners with Voices for Cooperative Power on legislative policies impacting rural energy consumers
Manager Connection – Increases in Cost of Power
Steele-Waseca announce 2023 residential rebates available to members
2023 Washington, D.C. Youth Tour scheduled June 13-18
Shopping for a space heater? Choose wisely
How electricity gets to your home, farm, or business
Stelter reflects on new challenges as Steele-Waseca’s finance division manager
Manager Connection – Opportunity to Serve
Great River Energy’s wholesale rates projected to increase in 2023
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric awarding $1,000 scholarships in 2023 to qualified high school graduates
Load Management Schedule: 11-18-22 & 11-19-22
Five ways to fight the winter chill and save energy
Manager Connection – Record Capital Credit Equity
Record retirement of capital credit equity approved by Steele-Waseca board of directors
USDA funding available for qualified individuals and families to buy or repair homes
Minnesota co-op “spreads the word” about hybrid electric bucket trucks
Iverson among Quilt of Valor recipients
Dual fuel program participants encouraged to have adequate supplies of your secondary fuel source
Wilson utilizing Steele-Waseca experience to develop division manager position
Manager Connection – Utility Fraud
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric announces appointments for 2023 Nominating Committee
Cooperatives handle the heat, even during the hottest times of the year
Is your dual fuel system ready for cold weather?
Manager Connection – National Co-op Month: Focused on You
Four ways to boost your cyber hygiene
Cold Weather Rule notification
Suds and savings: 10 ways to save energy in the laundry room
Short Circuits Issue 101: Cooperation
Gopher State One Call
Electric system resilient during sweltering heat
Manager Connection – Distracted Driving
Master Electrician Joel Dulas having an active start with Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric
Heat pumps built for summer cooling, colder winter weather
Seykora, Kindseth thankful for Youth Tour experience in Washington, D.C.
Manager Connection: Rebates
Lundberg retires after 49 years with Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric
Grid authorities issue warnings about summer energy demand
Top tips to stay cool and save energy this summer
Scholarships awarded by Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric to “Class of 2022” high school graduates
Manager Connection: Popularity of Electric Appliances & Equipment Rise
Incumbent directors re-elected during SWCE’s 86th annual meeting
Incumbent directors re-elected during SWCE’s 86th annual meeting
SWCE conducting in-person annual meeting Tuesday, June 7
June 2022 Sparks Ad Connection
April 12 storm damage
Your membership to affordable, reliable, responsible power
Nominating Committee determines board of director nominees
Fire safety training at Steele-Waseca
GRE members elect directors; board elects officers
SWCE 2021 annual meeting minutes
Kindseth, Seykora to represent Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric during 2022 Youth Tour to Washington, D.C.
SWCE annual meeting reminders
Low-carbon future comes into focus
SWCE board of directors and corporate services members
DeVries retires after 37-year career at Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric
Portion of Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric members to receive survey in June
Message to our owners by SWCE General Manager Syd Briggs
SWCE’s 86th Annual Meeting Agenda
KW Saves kWhs: Kitchen Appliances
May 2022 Sparks Ad Connection
Manager Connection – In-person Annual Meeting 2022
Legislative Day at the Capitol
Annual Cogeneration Notification to Membership
811 5 Steps for Safe Digging & Gopher State One Call
SWCE 2022 board of director nominees
For sale at SWCE – 06′ Dodge Grand Caravan SXT
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric prepares for in-person annual meeting
KW Saves kWhs: Microwave vs. Stove
1955 SWCE Service Truck Repainted
KW Saves kWhs: Water Heating Expenses
April 2022 Sparks Ad Connection
Downed and Dangerous
Considering a home wiring project?
April 12 storm damage
National Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 11
Would you like your Sparks newsletter delivered to your inbox?
GRE members reaffirm approval of sale of Coal Creek Station, HVDC transmission system; approve Discovery Wind project
Manager Connection – Lineworker Appreciation
Email notifications available to SWCE members
SWCE Nominating Committee announce board candidates for 2022
March Sparks Ad Connection
Let us know if you plan to build
Great River Energy to sign agreement with Apex Clean Energy for 400-megawatt Discovery Wind
Manager Connection – Beware of Utility Scams
Former Steele-Waseca General Manager Donald Larson dies at age 91
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric hosts electric vehicle safety training for area fire departments
KW Saves kWhs: Fans & Filters
Steele-Waseca details residential rebates available to members in 2022
Powering Up After an Outage
Why is my bill higher in the winter?
Be Safe
Manager Connection – Top 5 Reasons We Love Serving Our Member-Owners
Ensuring the electric grid can bounce back quickly
USDA funding available to help low-income individuals and families buy or repair homes
SWCE seeking applicants for Youth Tour to Washington, D.C.
Behind the Scenes with Jen: National Clean Off Your Desk Day
Heating your home accounts for up to 48 percent of your utility bill
Electrical safety training in Claremont
Manager Connection – Legislative Involvement
KW Saves kWhs: Rugs & Pipes
GRE clean energy transition brings era of rate stability
SWCE awarding scholarships in 2022
KW Saves kWhs: Air Vents & Smart Thermostats
Behind the Scenes with Jen-SWCE 1936 Replica Service Truck, Bids Due
Extension cord safety
10 Outdoor Lighting Tips to help you stay jolly
USDA funding available to help low-income individuals and families buy or repair homes
Manager Connection – Record-Breaking Capital Credit Equity
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric board approves new record retirement of capital credit equity
Our focus is you—the member
KW Saves kWhs: Sun in the day-Drapes at night & Bundle up
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric nominating committee appointments announced for 2022
Supporting electric co-op members across Minnesota, Connexus Energy successfully challenges unlawful BNSF practices
Manager Connection – Cooperative Principles
Storage Water Heating Program
Sobrack among Jay York Scholarship recipients
Getting proper rest can make a huge difference in staying safe during harvest
Protecting against cyberattacks

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