COVID-19
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Living great in the 218
Greater Bemidji’s relocation program is attracting telecommuters to Beltrami Electric Cooperative’s service area.
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The Digi-Key difference
A major facility expansion will allow an electronics distribution company to thrive within its rural Minnesota community.
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Minnkota and CoBank team up to “Share Success”
Minnkota Power Cooperative and Square Butte Electric Cooperative donated $20,000 to local programs as a part of CoBank's matched giving program.
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Built for service
Roseau Electric Cooperative is expanding its fiber-to-the-home network to more rural members and the City of Roseau.
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We power on
Minnkota Power Cooperative and Square Butte Electric Cooperative annual meetings reflect on a 2020 navigated with resiliency.
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Minnkota donates food and supplies to community
Minnkota's Young Station used a unique surplus of supplies to support the holiday needs of its home communities.
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Buyer beware
Minnkota has strengthened its supply chain to navigate COVID-19 and new cybersecurity standards.
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Advocacy from afar
Virtual meetings have kept Minnkota engaged with lawmakers in advance of important legislative sessions.
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Minnkota gives thanks for healthcare heroes
Minnkota and Nodak Electic Cooperative treated Greater Grand Forks' healthcare workers with an appreciation lunch and posters of gratitude.
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Dinos, drive-ins and democracy
This summer, PKM Electric Cooperative spun its pandemic precautions into a unique annual meeting engagement.
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Cooperative spirit shines during annual meetings
Minnkota Power Cooperative and Square Butte Electric Cooperative shared an unprecedented day of distanced reports, votes, accolades and farewells.
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The business of caring
Co-op member companies altered operations and gave generously to fulfill the region’s pandemic needs.
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Co-op values conquer COVID-19
Minnkota’s member cooperatives used their resources and ingenuity to safely and effectively serve their communities through the pandemic.
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“Give Back” drive raises $5,496
An employee-led giving program has brought in big dollars for local coronavirus response efforts.