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Dollars and Sense: HCREC's 2024 Rate Adjustment
Dollars and Sense: What members need to know about Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative’s Upcoming Rate Adjustment By Tom Bothwell,...
Harrison County REC
May 3, 20244 min read


Shining the Light on Community Volunteers
Iowa electric cooperatives encourage their members to participate in the statewide Shine the Light contest in June.
Smart Choices
Apr 23, 20241 min read


Meet the 2024 Director Candidates
On Wednesday, April 10, Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative (REC) will host its annual meeting director elections. Members can...
Harrison County REC
Mar 28, 20245 min read


April Honors Our Lineworkers
On April 8, 2024, we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day to honor the men and women who power life.
Smart Choices
Mar 18, 20241 min read


Join our team and check out our newest job opening!
Harrison County REC is currently seeking an enthusiastic individual for a full-time position as a Customer Service Representative...
Harrison County REC
Feb 26, 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,...
Harrison County REC
Feb 19, 20241 min read


Dos and Don'ts: Poison Safety
Keep your family safe by storing chemicals properly and following label directions.
Smart Choices
Feb 19, 20242 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...
Harrison County REC
Feb 1, 20243 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...
Harrison County REC
Jan 17, 20242 min read


How Seven Co-op Principles Allow Us to Serve with L-O-V-E
Valentine's Day is a great time to explain how the seven cooperative principles allow us to serve you with L-O-V-E.
Smart Choices
Jan 13, 20243 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...
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...
Harrison County REC
Dec 20, 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...
Harrison County REC
Dec 5, 20231 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...
Harrison County REC
Nov 30, 20239 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.
Smart Choices
Nov 13, 20232 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. We’re looking forward to taking this holiday season as an opportunity to spread joy and spend quality time with our loved ones. From our holiday table to yours, we hope you enjoy these tasty treats and savory dishes as you gather at your home. From all of us at Harrison County REC, we hope you have a safe, happy, and healthy Thanksgiving. Pict
Harrison County REC
Oct 26, 20234 min read


Commitment to Community: Celebrating National Coop Month
October is National Co-op Month! Keeping with the cooperative principle "Commitment to Community" HCREC is excited to partner with our...
Harrison County REC
Sep 28, 20231 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.
Smart Choices
Sep 12, 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...
Harrison County REC
Aug 23, 20233 min read


2023 Energy Trail Tours Hit the Road
Electricity must be generated at the exact same time as you flip the switch to use it. Angela Catton, Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative...
Harrison County REC
Jul 17, 20233 min read
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