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May 2025

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Make Electrical Safety a Habit

During Electrical Safety Month, we urge you to review your home’s potential danger zones; the article below offers safety tips. Also learn how attaching any items (fliers, balloons, staples, etc.) to utility poles endangers utility workers. And finally, check out our list of energy-wasting habits … do any sound familiar? And as always, contact us if you have any questions about safety or energy efficiency.

 
Foreman Barry Munson sitting at desk looking at pictures from the Twister set

Remembering "Twister"

Thirty years ago, as a young lineman, Iowa Falls Foreman Barry Munson was told his crew would be doing linework on the set of a feature film being shot east of Eldora. He had no idea that the film was destined to become the mega box office hit Twister. While on set, Munson captured a series of striking before-and-after photos, highlighting the lengths filmmakers went to as they attempted to replicate the destructive wake of an EF5 tornado.

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EV Car Show Returns to Boone

⚡ WHEN: Saturday, May 10 from 8 – 10 a.m.

⚡ WHERE: Midland Power Administrative Office, 2005 S. Story St., Boone (DIRECTIONS)

Enjoy a fun-filled morning checking out some of the latest EV models, taking test drives and rides, and learning from EV enthusiasts. Be sure to come hungry as Borrachos Mexican Tacos will be serving up FREE breakfast burritos for Midland Power members!

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Member Appreciation Events

Mark your calendar to join us for one of these four FREE celebrations! Enjoy a meal from Lidderdale Country Store and dessert from Wiggy’s Ice Cream, along with an evening of fun events, live music, and more.

Humboldt Member Appreciation Event
Tuesday, June 17, from 5-7 p.m.
Midland Power Humboldt Office, 1210 13th St. N (DIRECTIONS)

Iowa Falls Member Appreciation Event
Thursday, June 19, from 5-7 p.m.
Midland Power Iowa Falls Service Center, 730 S. River St. (DIRECTIONS)

Boone Member Appreciation Event
Tuesday, June 24, from 5-7 p.m.
CASE IH Building on the Grounds of Central Iowa Expo, 1827 217th Rd. (DIRECTIONS)

Jefferson Member Appreciation Event & Annual Meeting
Thursday, June 26, from 5-7 p.m.; annual meeting starts at 7 p.m.
Clover Hall at the Greene County Fairgrounds, 601 E. Lincoln Way (DIRECTIONS)

 
Mia Sanchez

Sanchez chosen for Youth Tour

Mia Sanchez, a junior at Humboldt High School, has been selected to represent Midland Power Cooperative at this year’s national Electric Cooperative Youth Tour taking place this June in Washington, D.C.

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7 Energy-Wasting Habits You Should Break

Do these everyday energy-wasting habits seem familiar? Save money by changing your routine.

Save Energy, Save Money
 
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Electrical Safety Month: Keep Your
Home Safe

Electrical Safety Month: Keep Your Home Safe

May is National Electrical Safety Month. Follow these tips to keep your home and family safe this month and every month. 

Keep Your Home Safe
 
Old nails and staples on wooden pole

Power Poles: No Posting Zone

Keep utility poles free from personal materials such as balloons, fliers, and metal objects to keep our utility workers safe. 

Keep Utility Poles Clear
 

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