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Extremist groups are among those targeting the electricity network, exposing the reporting gaps between the state and federal agencies that oversee its security.

Extremist groups are among those targeting the electricity network, exposing the reporting gaps between the state and federal agencies that oversee its security.

In 2019, some board members of the rural electric cooperative Dakota Energy wanted to find out if they could get a better deal for wholesale power on the private market. Rates, and electric bills by extension, had doubled in 15 years for the 2,300 member-owners who pay the Huron-based co-op for electrical service. Wholesale costs soaked up 70% of the Dakota Energy budget – significantly more than decades past.

Chris Studer with East River Electric change could be on the horizon for those currently driving EVs and those looking into the option.

If you own an EV or are thinking about getting one down the road, good news, South Dakota is working on a plan to install more fast charging stations throughout the state.

If you own an EV or are thinking about getting one down the road, good news, South Dakota is working on a plan to install more fast charging stations throughout the state.

Cooperatives electrified rural America, but now the historic model is under pressure as long-time members explore other options to trim energy costs.

A warmer than normal summer is leading to warnings about the potential for controlled outages throughout the Midwest.

Madison-based East River Electric and Huron-based Dakota Energy Cooperative are headed to federal appeals court.

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