Prairie Land Electric Cooperative, Inc.

10/15/2026

❓Did you know that smoke and CO detectors expire? Many have long-life batteries that don’t need to be replaced every year, but they still need regular attention. Test and inspect alarms and replace any that are broken or expired with a new 10-year sealed battery model.

10/14/2026

⚠️ For your safety, find out if your medical device is compatible with backup power, like batteries or a generator, in case of a power outage. Check how long it can operate during an outage and keep device-specific supplies on hand.

10/13/2026

🤝⚡️ Cooperative Principle 2 of 7: Democratic Member Control

Prairie Land is governed by a member-elected board. Our members have a voice in the decisions that shape their cooperative.

Power to Make Life Better!

10/13/2026

🍂 ⚡ As fall temperatures fluctuate, your thermostat settings can make a big difference on energy bills. On cooler days, lower the thermostat… and raise it during days that are warmer. On milder days, consider turning off your heating/cooling system altogether. A smart thermostat is also convenient for making temperature adjustments––and saving energy––even easier.

10/12/2026

💻 Scammers want you to act before you have time to think. Before clicking a link in an email or text, stop and look closely. Is the message unexpected? Does the website address look legitimate? Is someone pressuring you to act immediately? When in doubt, go directly to the company’s official website or contact them using a trusted phone number—not the information provided in the suspicious message.

10/09/2026

11 AM UPDATE: Power was restored.

⚠️ OUTAGE ALERT: Osborne and Mitchel counties

We are aware of a large power outage affecting members in Downs/Tipton/Hunter/Glen Elder areas. The outage is related to the transmission system operated by our wholesale power supplier, Sunflower Electric Power Corporation.

Sunflower crews are working to reroute power through switching operations to restore service. We will share updates as more information becomes available. 🙏 Thank you for your patience.

📞 Without power? Call us at 1-800-577-3323 to report your outage.
🗺️ Track progress: https://prairielandelectric.outagemap.coop/ #/

10/09/2026

10/08/2026

🤝⚡️Cooperative Principle 1 of 7: Voluntary & Open Membership

Cooperative membership is open to all in our service area, giving every household and business access to safe and reliable power.

Power to Make Life Better!

10/08/2026

🍂 ⚡ Cooler temps are coming, which means your heating system will soon be working harder to keep your home comfortable. Fall is the perfect time to check for drafts around windows and doors––before cooler weather arrives. A little weatherstripping and caulk can help keep warm air inside and cold air out, improving efficiency and overall comfort.

10/07/2026

🤝⚡️October is Cooperative Month—a perfect time to reflect on Prairie Land’s history. Today, we often take electricity for granted, but 87 years ago rural residents were still waiting for power to reach their homes. When it became clear no one else would bring it, they joined together to form the first electric cooperative in western Kansas—what we now know as Prairie Land Electric. From the beginning, our members proved they had the Power to Make Life Better!