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Scholar of the Year Banquet Held in Brookings

Touchstone Energy® Cooperatives in eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota honored some of the area’s most impressive high school seniors Saturday, April 27, during the 22nd Annual Touchstone Energy Scholar of the Year Banquet and recognition held at McCrory Gardens on the campus of South Dakota State University.

Power Line Ready

Are You Power Line Ready

Farm safety should be a priority year-round, but large equipment (folding planters, combines, augers and more) used during planting and harvest activities present additional challenges to your safety and well-being when power lines are involved.

Cooperative Network

The Power of a Cooperative Network

Electric co-ops power the lives of more than 250,00 people n our region. That's a big task! we make it happen by working together with our cooperative network. In a cooperative network, co-ops can: amplify their collective voice, fund critical infrastructure efficiently , keep local rates affordable, get help after a storm and more!

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Winners Announced in Regional Who Powers You Contest

The second annual Who Powers You contest hosted by the region’s Touchstone Energy® Cooperatives has officially come to a close with the announcement of three winners who were chosen from among the contest’s 20 finalists.

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Scholar of the Year Banquet Held in Mitchell

Touchstone Energy® Cooperatives in eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota honored some of the area’s most impressive high school seniors Saturday, April 29, during the 21st annual Touchstone Energy Scholar of the Year banquet and recognition on the campus of Mitchell Technical College.

Save Money the Smart Way Winter

4 Tips to Save Money & Energy The Smart Way

Smart thermostats. Smart lights. Smart appliances. These may just seem like cool tech gadgets, but they’re so much more. These devices can help you save energy which in turn saves you money. Here are five tips to get you started.

Bright Future

Planning for a Bright Future

What does it look like when your electric cooperative plans for a future with safe, reliable power?

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Plan on Safety this Harvest Season

Harvest is upon us and your local Touchstone Energy Cooperative would like to remind local farmers to stay safe this season. Overhead power lines can be easily overlooked, and deadly if ignored. While you focus on getting those crops out of the ground, your local electric cooperative urges you to review these important tips.