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Smart Choices
Mar 18, 20241 min read
April Honors Our Lineworkers
On April 8, 2024, we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day to honor the men and women who power life.
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Harrison County REC
Feb 19, 20241 min read
Join the Conversation with HCREC and Broadband
Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative was founded with the belief of providing essential services to rural Western Iowa. In 1936,...
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Smart Choices
Feb 19, 20242 min read
Dos and Don'ts: Poison Safety
Keep your family safe by storing chemicals properly and following label directions.
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Smart Choices
Feb 19, 20241 min read
Know What's Below: Steps for Safe Digging
Keep safety in mind for all projects––especially those that require digging near underground utility lines.
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Harrison County REC
Feb 1, 20243 min read
Choosing the Right Leaders: A Guide to Voting for HCREC Board of Directors in April
The 2024 Director Election process is underway! Harrison County REC is owned and led by those we serve. Our nine-seat board is made up...
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Harrison County REC
Jan 17, 20242 min read
A Bright Idea: HCREC and Harvest Hills Housing Development Partnership with Community Solar
At Harrison County REC, we believe that investing in sustainable energy is key to building a brighter future. Our newest partnership with...
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Smart Choices
Jan 13, 20241 min read
Make Your Morning Routine More Energy Efficient
Simple tips to help you wake up to lower energy bills this morning and all year.
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Harrison County REC
Dec 20, 20231 min read
Exploring the Energy Landscape on The Energy Trail Tour
Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative and Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative invite you to join us for one of three Energy Trail Tours...
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Harrison County REC
Dec 20, 20231 min read
Shine Bright with the 'Light the Way to Your Future' Scholarship Program
The third year of Light the Way to Your Future Scholarships is underway and applications are now open for students to apply for our...
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Smart Choices
Dec 19, 20234 min read
Winter Reliability Through All-of-the-Above Energy
The 2023 NERC assessment covers the winter period and provides an evaluation of energy resources and their ability to meet electric demand.
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Harrison County REC
Dec 5, 20231 min read
Ready to serve your cooperative?
Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative is governed by our nine-person board of directors who are elected by their fellow HCREC...
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Harrison County REC
Nov 30, 20239 min read
A Lineworker’s Timeline: Restoring a Power Outage
By: Shadon Blum, Director of Operations “How long is it going to take?” Those are familiar words to all who work in the electric...
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Smart Choices
Nov 13, 20232 min read
Network, Earn CEUs at 2024 Building Trades Conference
The Momentum is Building Conference connects Iowa's construction industry with local electric cooperatives' services and resources.
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Harrison County REC
Oct 26, 20233 min read
From Our Family Table to Yours
The holiday season is upon us, and we’re excited to gather with friends and family and reflect on the wonderful year that we have had....
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Smart Choices
Oct 16, 20231 min read
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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Smart Choices
Oct 16, 20232 min read
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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Smart Choices
Sep 13, 20232 min read
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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Smart Choices
Sep 12, 20233 min read
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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Smart Choices
Sep 11, 20232 min read
Ask an Expert: Changing Furnace Filters
Perform this routine task for better indoor air quality and for HVAC efficiency.
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Harrison County REC
Aug 23, 20233 min read
Factors That Impact Electricity Prices
When asked what impacts electricity prices, many utilities talk about how the daily cost of living seems to have increased across the...
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