The fifth cooperative principle: Education, Training, and Information, highlights how ongoing learning and clear communication help strengthen the cooperative and keep members informed, engaged, and connected.

Harvest season brings long hours and large equipment into the field, making electrical safety especially important. Prevent injuries, outages, and accidents by staying aware of power lines, maintaining safe clearance, and knowing what to do if equipment comes into contact with power lines.

It’s easy to become complacent about the weather, but severe weather claims hundreds of lives each year. Prepare and be aware to keep you and your family safe.

August is typically one of the warmest months of the year, and that means air conditioners across our community are working overtime to keep homes comfortable. During periods of extreme heat, many members may see an increase in their electric bill and wonder what factors contribute to the cost of electricity. At Harrison County REC, we believe understanding your electric bill is an important part of being an informed member. While the total amount due may seem like a single n

Explore how local control helps your cooperative stay focused on community needs while making investments that strengthen reliability for the future.

Back-to-school routines can also be energy-saving routines, as simple habits like adjusting the thermostat, turning off lights and devices, and sealing air leaks help families cut waste and lower household costs.

Damaging underground utility lines can cause service interruptions, injuries, and even death. Call 811 before digging or excavating.

HCREC is excited for the grand opening of the WINR Center. The WINR Center converts organic byproducts from food processors and livestock operations into engineered natural fertilizer through controlled aerated composting.

HCREC welcomes new employees, including a Member Services summer intern and a full-time executive assistant

Please join us July 14th and July 21st for these lunch-and-learn sessions. They are designed to help our members stay informed and connected.

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Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative (HCREC) extends its sincere appreciation to Congressman Randy Feenstra for his continued advocacy and support of federal disaster assistance for communities across Western Iowa. Recently, Rep. Feenstra announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded more than $15.2 million in disaster recovery funding to Northwest Iowa communities following severe weather events. These funds help support critical infrastruct

In July, Smart Choices focuses on the third Cooperative Principle: Members’ Economic Participation.

This Independence Day, declare your freedom from energy-wasters that may be draining your wallet!

Recognize the signs of a hidden danger that could be lurking in lakes and other water sources: electric shock drowning (ESD).

HCREC is proud to recognize Clay Kuhlman, who recently completed his apprenticeship program and is now a licensed Journeyman Electrician. “Clay has proven himself to be a dedicated and dependable part of our team, consistently doing quality work for the co-op and our members. This is a big milestone and we’re excited to see what the future holds for him at HCREC.” States Clay's supervisor, Kert Barnum who serves as the Director of Member Services for HCREC. Clay’s accompl

Harrison County REC is pleased to recognize the 2026 winners for both our “Light the Way to Your Future” scholarship program, and our National Youth Tour trip to Washington D.C. These students' achievements reflect both academic dedication as well as a strong connection to our community. In alignment with the cooperative principles of commitment to community and education for our members, these recipients are an investment in the future of rural Western Iowa. We congratulate

HCREC Foreman, Jeremy Jochims, continues to prepare for his trip to Guatemala in September where a group of linemen from Iowa, Oklahoma, and Colorado will bring electricity to the remote villages of Montenegro and El Estocal (located near the town of Gastatoya which is three hours from Guatemala City). Working with Jeremy is Kane Thompson, Executive Director at the CREW Center in Woodbine. Together, they are helping Jeremy build strength and endurance needed to work in the st

Mark your calendars for this year’s 90th celebration of Harrison County REC during our Membership Appreciation event! We’re excited to invite members on Tuesday, August 18th to join us at our headquarters for an evening of connection, community and fun as we celebrate the people who make our cooperative strong. With the theme of “Rooted in our Past. Ready to Power our Future” we are excited to honor the strong foundation that Harrison County REC was built upon while looking

Iowa’s electric cooperatives encourage members to participate in the statewide Shine the Light contest in June to celebrate and recognize local volunteers.