Small steps can add up to significant reductions in electricity use — which will also help you save on your electric bill. These five ideas are simple to implement but will lead to energy conservation and cost reduction down the line. Switch to LED lighting Traditional incandescent bulbs consume a good deal of electricity and… Continue reading.

Life is busy. That’s why TWN Communications has made it easy to sign up for internet service and pay your bill online.  Now, you can enjoy all the benefits of high-speed fiber internet with none of the hassle! Great broadband service is only a click away. With TWN, you can kick off the connection process,… Continue reading.

Even if you love the crackle and warmth of a natural-burning wood fire in the hearth, you probably could live without the added cost to your energy bill.  Sure, the flickering flames make you feel warm while you’re sitting nearby, but wood-burning fires actually have negative efficiency. They emit little or no warmth to a… Continue reading.

If some rooms in your house are too cold while others are too hot, you might need more insulation in your attic. Cold air that seeps into your attic doesn’t have to find its way into your living space. Adequate attic insulation, properly installed, can catch it.  If your floor is unusually cold, check the… Continue reading.

Want to save money on your energy bills this winter — without spending a lot to make it happen? Here are 15 low- or no-cost changes you can make: Use your home’s ceiling fans to make the rooms feel warmer. Most people think fans are just for summer, but ceiling fans running slowly in reverse will… Continue reading.

An electric blanket or mattress pad could save you up to 3% on your heating bill — for each degree you lower your thermostat overnight. And you won’t feel cold. But don’t plug in an old electric blanket that you haven’t used in years. Chances are, it’s no longer safe.  Besides, newer models have better… Continue reading.

The holiday season is finally here. Some call it the most wonderful season of all. That’s because we associate it with family traditions and gatherings with friends and loved ones. It’s a time of giving and spreading joy.  But giving back reminds me of the many good things we have right here in our community… Continue reading.

While the holidays are a fun time filled with get-togethers, food and giving, it’s also an ideal opportunity for a cyberattack. Between online shopping and traveling, your cybersecurity is at risk this time of year.  Don’t let that put a damper on your holiday cheer. Follow these tips to keep your devices and data safe during… Continue reading.

We all have our favorite season. Some people love crisp, cool weather and bundling up under a favorite blanket, while others prefer the warm temperatures that summer brings and all the fun outdoor activities that go with it.  But there’s one thing we can all agree on: High winter bills are never fun. Heartland REMC is… Continue reading.

This holiday season, while preparing for the fun that comes from the enjoyable winter holidays, you also can prepare for the higher bills caused by the wastes of energy past, present, and future. By overcoming these energy phantoms, you can make amends for past wasted energy and prevent them from taking more from your wallet… Continue reading.

It’s time to unpack the holiday lights and dress the house up for Christmas.  Between Thanksgiving, Christmas shopping, party planning, school concerts and work, however, you might be tempted to deck your halls in a hurry. Slow down. The winter holidays can be the best time of the year — as long as you and… Continue reading.