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Why Colorado Electric Co-ops Need Stronger Political Advocacy

The electric industry is the place setting for some of the most important legislative and policy decisions impacting consumers here in Colorado and

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National Lineworker Appreciation Day: Honoring Colorado's Electric Co-op Lineworkers Colorado Rural Electric Association Executive Director Tom Walch celebrates National Lineworker Appreciation Day on April 18, highlighting the dangerous, skilled, and essential work that electric cooperative lineworkers perform to keep Colorado's lights on.
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Make the Call That Keeps the Lights On April is Safe Digging Month, and Colorado's electric cooperatives are reminding residents to call 811 before any digging project. Learn how one simple free call can prevent costly repairs, dangerous utility strikes, and service outages.

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