Co-ops Urge Common Sense on Climate Regulations

August 13th, 2013

The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) released a video today that gives a voice to the 900-plus electric cooperatives and their 42 million consumer members that oppose the President’s climate proposal using the Clean Air Act to regulate carbon dioxide during a fragile economic recovery. “Rural communities have a ...Read More

Egyptian Electric Cooperative celebrates 75th anniversary

August 9th, 2013

A record number of Egyptian Electric Cooperative Association members were in attendance for their annual meeting on Thursday, July 25. Nearly 400 registered members learned about current and future rates, the Prairie State Energy Campus and how regulatory issues impact members. Plus, it was the cooperative’s 75th anniversary celebration. Board ...Read More

Menard Electric director meets with Representative Schock

August 8th, 2013

Jerry Brooks, director for Menard Electric Cooperative had the opportunity to speak with Representative Aaron Schock and thank him for his support for electric cooperatives. .

IEC Chris Schinneer Memorial Golf Outing

July 31st, 2013

  IEC Chris Schinneer Memorial Golf Outing  Four Person Scramble  Friday, September 6, 2013  Registration Deadline: August 23, 2013  The IEC Chris Schinneer Memorial Golf Outing is in memory of Chris Schinneer, who was a long time manager of the AIEC's graphic department and instrumental in forming the golf outing. ...Read More

Up, Up and Away – AIEC Live Auction

July 26th, 2013

The Touchstone Energy hot air balloon is up for auction at the 72nd Annual Meeting of the Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives. The Up, Up and Away package includes a daybreak balloon flight Friday morning with experienced pilot David Champion. You and a friend will soar at sunrise from the Crowne Plaza parking ...Read More

Illinois Country Living Holiday Recipe Contest

July 23rd, 2013

  Everyone has those favorite foods you look forward to eating over the holiday season.What are your favorite dishes? Send us your best ORIGINAL holiday recipes — not one you have copies from a friend or cut from a magazine or book. We are looking for original holiday dishes that ...Read More

New to the AIEC Annual Meeting – it’s a raffle!

July 16th, 2013

You have the opportunity to win a beautiful sterling silver and diamond necklace at the AIEC Annual Meeting, July 31-Aug. 2, during its first ever raffle. This Artzel heart pendant donated by Denney Jewelers has a unique magnetic front closure. Retail value is $550. Chances are $10 each or three for $25. ...Read More

Tri-County Electric Cooperative celebrates 75th annual meeting

July 16th, 2013

Tri-County Electric Cooperative, Inc. celebrated its 75th annual meeting on Saturday, July 13, 2013 at the co-ops headquarters in Mt. Vernon. More than 1,100 members were in attendance. State Representative John Cavaletto presented Board President Richard Russell with House Resolution 394 congratulating Tri-County Electric Cooperative on its 75th anniversary. Board ...Read More

72nd Annual Meeting of the Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives

July 10th, 2013

The theme of this year's AIEC Annual Meeting is "This Cooperative is Your Cooperative." It celebrates the importance of the voluntary, open and democratically controlled membership in co-ops. this year's meeting will be held July 31 - August 2 in Springfield.  For more information or to register for the event ...Read More

“Like” AIEC on Facebook

July 9th, 2013

Do you have a Facebook account? If so, have you taken the time to "Like" AIEC? If not, consider doing so. To keep up with technology, AIEC has its own Facebook Page. We use Facebook to communicate information to you, our members.  If you have a Facebook account, simply "Like" ...Read More