Electrical Hi-Lites

Recipe of the Month: Chicken Pot Pie Soup

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A Salute to National Farm Safety & Health Week

Each year since 1944, the third week of September has been recognized as National Farm Safety & Health Week.

Operation Round Up Feature – September 2023

Trailhead Cattlewomen received $1,000 in funding towards their first annual Longest Table event at Huntley Project Museum.

CEO Message – August 2023

Ensuring Capacity to Serve Increased Load

Slow Down

Back to School Means Sharing the Road

CEO Message – August 2023

I’M often asked, “Where does your power supply come from?”, which generally turns into a conversation about the various types of generation and where we, as a society, might be headed in the future.

Operation Round Up Feature – August 2023

Warrior Transition Outdoors received $5,500 in funding towards tents and signage for their revenant run/cycle event.

Recipe of the Month: Peach Cobbler

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Outdoor Safety

The most effective way to prevent mishaps is to adequately prepare for the trip.

Operation Round Up Feature – July 2023

Safe Kids Yellowstone County

Recipe of the Month: Mama’s Baked Beans

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CEO Message – July 2023

Pioneering Patriotism

Recipe of the Month: Blueberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole

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Operation Round Up Feature – June 2023

Montana Treasured Piecemakers Quilts of Valor Group receieved $1,300 to purchase materials to make quilts for Veterans in Yellowstone County.

CEO Message – June 2023

Father's Day was originally observed back in 1910. While listening to a sermon on Mother’s Day in 1909, Sonora Smart Dodd had the idea to honor her father, who was a Civil War Veteran and raised her and her 5 siblings after their mother passed during childbirth.

CEO Message – May 2023

The Strength of The Cooperative Business Model

Operation Round Up Feature –Ballantine United Food Program

This charitable giving program serves the communities of Shepherd, Huntley, Worden, Ballantine, and Pompeys Pillar by providing food, necessities, and summer cooking classes for kids.

Recipe of the Month: Stuffed Pepper Casserole

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Operation Round Up Feature – April 2023

Huntley Project VFW Post 7407 received $3000 in funding for a much needed furnace replacement.

Recipe of the Month: Italian Tortellin Soup

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CEO Message – April 2023

The Cooperative Difference

Efficiency Upgrades to Help You Save

Spring and summer are opportune times for home upgrades and DIY projects. If you’re planning to make improvements to your home, consider upgrades that promote better efficiency.

Recipe of the Month: Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies

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Operation Round Up Feature – February 2023

Billings Food Bank received $2500 in funding for food and meal distribution.

Do’s & Don’ts of Space Heaters

As winter get colder, the spaces that were heated sufficiently by normal building heating sources, can become colder as well.

CEO Message – February 2023

There Is Strength in Stability

Recipe of the Month: Lasagna Soup

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Operation Round Up Feature – January 2023

Park City Mountain Parent Teacher Association (PTA) received $2000.00 in funding for their senior recognition banners to be displayed on main street.

CEO Message – January 2023

The Cooperative Difference

Be Well in 2023

“New Year, new you.”

5 Ways to Fight the Winter Chill & Save Energy

There’s one thing we can all agree on: high winter bills are never fun. Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative is here to help you find ways to manage your home energy use and keep winter bills in check.

CEO Message – December 2022

The Cooperative Difference

Operation Round Up Feature – December 2022

Montana Veterans Meat Locker received $6,000 in funding

Recipe of the Month: Holiday Egg Nog Cookies

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Recipe of the Month: Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup

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Operation Round Up Feature – November 2022

Big Sky Senior Services received $2,000 in funding

Congratulations to YVEC Trustee, Dave Kelsey

Dave was awarded the Blue and Gold Award from Montana State University.

CEO Message – November 2022

The Cooperative Difference

Win a Weeklong Trip to Washington, D.C.

Apply Today!

Recipe of the Month: Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

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Operation Round Up Feature – October 2022

Laurel Police Reserves received $1,000 in funding

CEO Message – October 2022

The Cooperative Difference

Celebrating Membership

October is National Co-op Month

Recipe of the Month: Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers

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Operation Round Up Feature – September 2022

St. Vincent de Paul

CEO Message – September 2022

The Cooperative Difference

The Power of Preparation

With severe weather events occurring more frequently, now more than ever, it makes sense to be prepared.

Recipe of the Month: Creamy Summer Salad

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Operation Round Up Feature – August 2022

Huntley Project Museum – Eagle Scout project

Back to School Safety

August is Back to School Safety Month

CEO Message – August 2022

The Cooperative Difference

Recipe of the Month: Summer Berry Cheesecake Salad

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Operation Round Up Feature – July 2022

Junior League of Billings received $2500 for their free laundry project at BYO Laundromat.

CEO Message – July 2022

The Cooperative Difference

Firework Safety

Firework safety for your 4th of July

Operation Round Up Feature – June 2022

The Worden Community Club was awarded $5000 for a LED sign!

Recipe of the Month: Tortellini Greek Salad

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CEO Message – June 2022

The Cooperative Difference

Scholarship Winners

2022 scholarship winners

Storm Safety Tips

While lighting can cause considerable damage and harm if it strikes you or your home, there are a few practical steps you can take at home to reduce the risk that an electrical storm poses to vou.

Recipe of the Month: Caramel Apple Pecan Cobbler

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Operation Round Up Feature – May 2022

Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch Foundation received $2,500 in funding towards the purchase of a fully enclosed trailer.

CEO Message – May 2022

The Cooperative Difference

83rd YVEC Annual Membership Meeting Review

After serving on the Board of Trustees at Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative for 39 years, Dick Weldon has retired.

Recipe of the Month: Corn Chowder With Bacon

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Operation Round Up Feature – April 2022

Family Promise of Yellowstone Valley received $2,500 in funding towards their Wrap Around and Break the Cycle of Poverty Program.

CEO Message – April 2022

Your Cooperative Network

Scammers Target YVEC Members

Utility scammers are back at it, targeting Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative members.

Recipe of the Month: Mini Red Velvet Bundt Cakes

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Operation Round Up Feature — February 2022

Warrior Wishes Montana INC. received $6,000 in funding.

CEO Message — February 2022

The Cooperative Difference

83rd Annual Membership Meeting

Please join us!

Recipe of the Month: Cranberry Jalapeno Cream Cheese Dip

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Operation Round Up Feature — January 2022

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Montana received $4,500 in funding to purchase and install ring doorbells and security cameras.

Winter Energy Saving Tips

So, what can you do to reduce usage?

CEO Message — January 2022

Your Cooperative Network

Recipe of the Month: Homemade Peppermint Patties

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Operation Round Up Feature — December 2021

Billings Catholic Schools received $2,500 in funding to upgrade the electrical capacity in the classrooms of their Early Childhood Education building.

Is Solar Right for You?

If you’re thinking about joining the 3 million U.S. homeowners who have gone solar, here are a few helpful tips.

CEO Message — December 2021

We are thankful for your membership

Apply to Youth Tour 2022

Win a week-long trip to Washington D.C.

Recipe of the Month: Zucchini Pineapple Bread

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Operation Round Up Feature — November 2021

Shepherd Volunteer Fire Department received $5,223 in funding to purchase equipment for their command vehicle.

CEO Message — November 2021

Housing market boom really hits home for YVEC

Operation Round Up Feature — October 2021

Chinook Horses received $2,250 in funding to support their August Leadership Development Camp.

Recipe of the Month: Montana Cowboy Stew

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Tips for a Safe Harvest

If you're preparing for harvest season, please keep the following safety tips in mind.

CEO Message — October 2021

What is energy demand?

Recipe of the Month: Peach Crumb Bars

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Operation Round Up Feature — September 2021

Education Foundation for Billings Public Schools received $2,000 in funding to purchase books for the children in their Reading Rocks Program.

CEO Message — September 2021

System Integrity Holds True with Reliable Power Supply

Fall Electrical Safety Tips

Here is a list of practical safety tips for both inside and outside the home.

Recipe of the Month: French Toast Bake

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Operation Round Up Feature — August 2021

Better Billings Foundation received $7,500 in funding for a picnic enclosure at the Oasis Aquatic Facility.

Enjoy Water Recreation Safely

Safeelectricity.org reminds everyone to avoid electrical hazards during water recreation.

CEO Message — August 2021

Appreciating Our Past, While Pressing Forward to a Strong Future

10 Ways to Save Energy in the Laundry Room

The Department of Energy recommends the following tips.

CEO Message — July 2021

Ownership of the Company Matters

Recipe of the Month: Strawberry Pineapple Salsa

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Operation Round Up Feature — July 2021

Horses Spirits Healing received $2,000 in funding.

You Can Now Invest in Solar 3

We anticipate this project to be completed by July 2021.

Operation Round Up Feature — June 2021

Fuego Volunteer Fire Department received $3,250 to help purchase a thermal imaging camera.

Summer Seasonal Tips

5 Signs Your AC Needs a Tune-Up

CEO Message — June 2021

Stable Rates and Growth Continues

Introducing Solar 3

We are moving forward with our third community solar project.

CEO Message — May 2021

Stable Rates and Growth Continues

Operation Round Up Feature — May 2021

Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming received $2,000 to help support their virtual STEM programming for girls.

May is Electrical Safety Month

D.I.Y. Safety Tips

Recipe of the Month: Cream Cheese Cake Mix Cookies

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Operation Round Up Feature – March 2021

CASA of Yellowstone County received $5,000.

Recipe of the Month: Whiskey Pineapple Chicken

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Know What’s Below: Steps for Safe Digging

Call 811 at least three business days before digging.

CEO Message — March 2021

Thank a Lineman.

Operation Round Up Feature – February 2021

Billings Public Library Foundation received $1500.00.

Memorial Scholarships – Apply Now

This year, we will award two $1,000 Ray Michels Memorial Scholarships and one $1,000 Marlene Amen Memorial Scholarship.

82nd Annual Membership Meeting

Agenda, Trustee Election, and Scholarships.

CEO Message — February 2021

The Electric Cooperative Purpose.

Recipe of the Month: Valentine Lemon Raspberry Streusel Muffins

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CEO Message — January 2021

Planning for Intensified Growth in 2021

Recipe of the Month: Creamy Chicken Stuffed Peppers

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Operation Round Up Feature – January 2021

Flakesgiving Fund received $2500.00 to provide holiday meals.

Energy Saving Tips for the Winter Season

Nine tips to help you save energy.

Scholarships — Apply Now

Youth Tour essay contest, MECA Scholarship, and Basin Scholarship.

Operation Round Up Feature — December 2020

Read Win Race received $2500.00 in funding.

CEO Message — December 2020

Dedication to our members.

Creative Ideas

This Holiday Season and into the New Year

Operation Round Up Feature — November 2020

Dog Tag Buddies received $2900 in funding.

2021 Youth Tour Replaced with Scholarship Contest

Youth Tour update.

Seasonal Safety

YVEC is committed to informing you, the member on energy efficiency and safety.

CEO Message — November 2020

Connected to Members, Committed to Community

Recipe of the Month: Fiesta Taco Soup

Please send us your favorite recipe!

How to Read Your Bill

Electrical Hi-Lites: October 2020

CEO Message — October 2020

A Tribute to Cooperative Month

2021 Washington D.C. Youth Tour Trip

Apply for your chance to win and join students from surrounding cities on a weeklong trip to the nation’s capital!

Operation Round Up Feature October 2020

MSUB Foundation received $1500 in funding.

Member Connections

Automated Phone Payment.

2020 Ray Michels & Marlene Amen Scholarship Winners

Congratulations to the 2020 Ray Michels & Marlene Amen $1000 Scholarship Winners!

CEO Message — August 2020

An Impressive Measure of Cooperative Performance

Smart Thermostat Options

The right thermostat settings could yield energy savings of 8-15%

New YVEC Kiosk Vendor Options

You can now pay more than just your electric bill at the YVEC kiosk locations.

2020 YVEC Scholarship Winners

Congratulations to the 2020 YVEC $1000 Scholarship Winners!

CEO Message — July 2020

Our Commitment to Safety

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