The Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric board of directors have approved appointments to the 2027 Nominating Committee. It is the nominating committee’s responsibility to prepare the list of director…

When the combines start rolling and grain begins moving from field to bin, electricity use across our countryside can climb quickly. Fans, augers, conveyors and heaters often run for long hours—and…

When Adam Solum joined SWCE as an apprentice line technician, he brought several years of line work experience, a strong troubleshooting mindset and an appreciation for the variety that comes with…

Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric hosted four town hall meetings in September, and I want to start with a simple thank you. You came out in great numbers: nearly 200 members and guests joined us on…

SWCE linemen recently completed critical Fall Protection training with the Minnesota Rural Electric Association (MREA). This specialized program ensures that utility crews remain fully compliant with…

Make time for safety this harvest season Harvest season often means putting in long hours, which can make it difficult to stay alert and on the lookout for potential hazards.

Local voices shape local solutions October is National Co-op Month by Abby Berry, National Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) When you hear the word cooperative, what comes to mind? As your…

The SWCE safety demonstration was part of the 27th annual Waseca County Farm Bureau Farm and Home Safety Day at the Farmamerica. Nearly 300 fifth-graders from all over the county spent the day…

Manager Connection by SWCE General Manager Kelly Hovel Back in May, Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric shared information with members about exploring the idea of consolidating with our neighbors at…

Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric conducted two of their four town hall meetings, Sept. 9 and 16, at Torey’s Restaurant & Bar in downtown Owatonna with the co-op’s proposed consolidation with…

Safety isn’t a poster on the breakroom wall, or a checklist we run through once a year.

SWCE employees had the opportunity to learn from local law enforcement and EV industry experts regarding safety. The team also practiced a May Day drill as a safety procedure.