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Employee Spotlight – Kathy Johnson

Kathy Johnson Employee Spotlight This month, we’re shifting our focus from our dedicated lineworkers to the vital team members who keep things running smoothly behind the scenes! It’s a pleasure to introduce you to Kathy Johnson, who has been a dedicated member of our office team since 1978. Kathy describes herself as a “city girl” […]

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In the News…May 2025

May 2025 In the News… by Adam Tromblay, CEO/General Manager Hard to believe it’s already May! It’s remarkable how much further along many of our farmers are with their fieldwork compared to this time last year. With larger equipment becoming the norm, it’s essential to stay vigilant around power lines. A moment of misjudgment can […]

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Lismore Upgrade

Summer 2025 Project Lismore Update Our team is working on upgrades to the system within the city of Lismore. This work is essential preparation for converting the Lismore area voltage from 2400 volts to 7200 volts. Converting to 7200 volts will align Lismore with the standard voltage used across our entire service territory, improving system […]

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May is Electrical Safety Month

May is Safety Month Electrical Safety Month Our farming community, members, construction crews, and DIY enthusiasts are all extremely valuable to our Nobles Cooperative Electric family, and we want to share a few reminders for your spring projects. Whether you’re working in your farm fields or your own backyard, please remember these safety tips: Stay […]

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Annual Meeting Recap

Nobles Cooperative Electric Announces Board and Nominating Committee Election Results WORTHINGTON, MN – April 14, 2025 – Nobles Cooperative Electric today announced the results of its recent elections for the cooperative’s Board of Directors and Nominating Committee. The election process began in March when ballots and informational materials were mailed to all cooperative members. Returned […]

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In the News – April 2025

April 2025 In the News It’s a season for more updates here at Nobles Cooperative Electric! We’re on the verge of relocating to our office in Slayton, a move that brings mixed emotions. While our Worthington location has served us well, this transition represents a significant step forward in our commitment to you, our members […]

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Employee Spotlight: Jeff Ahlschlager

Employee Spotlight: Jeff Ahlschlager, Line Foreman! This month, we are honored to feature Jeff Ahlschlager, yet another employee who embodies dedication and expertise at Nobles Cooperative Electric. Growing up in the very area he now serves, Jeff’s roots run deep within our community. Since joining our team in 1991, he has not only been instrumental […]

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Youth Tour – 2025

2025 Nobles Cooperative Electric Celebrates Outstanding Youth Leaders with Annual Youth Tour Awards Nobles Cooperative Electric is thrilled to announce the winners of its prestigious annual Youth Tour, a program designed to cultivate the next generation of rural leaders. This year, the cooperative recognized five exceptional local students for their impressive applications and interviews, showcasing […]

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Special Notice on Tariffs

Nobles Cooperative Electric Assures Members: Canadian Power Tariffs Not Expected to Impact Prices We would to like address concerns regarding recently announced federal tariffs on Canadian imports and electricity. Nobles Cooperative Electric currently does not anticipate these measures will significantly affect wholesale electricity prices. This assurance is based on the fact that virtually none of […]

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Meet Rick Leebens

35 Years of Dedication – Meet Rick Leebens Nobles Cooperative Electric has thrived thanks to the commitment and skill of individuals such as Rick Leebens. This January, we celebrated a major milestone for Rick, who started his career with us as an apprentice lineman in 1990 and has been with us for 35 years! He […]

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March 2025 Update

March 2025 In the News March marks a great time to update your contact information with Nobles Cooperative Electric. Accurate details ensure we can serve you efficiently and keep you informed. Utilize our SmartHub portal and use it to sign up for outage notifications, which will provide you with alerts about power interruptions at your […]

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In the News – February Update

In the news February 2025 Adam Tromblay, General Manager The image on the left, is Doug Wallace, the former General Manager of Nobles Cooperative Electric, who served from 1956 to 1986. Honoring Our Past, Powering Our Future This month, we take a trip down memory lane with some black and white photos of the pioneering […]

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