Category: News Releases
MRES awards scholarships to 12 high school graduates
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Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) has awarded scholarships to 12 high school graduates as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting education and developing future energy professionals. Five students received $1,000 renewable scholarships for college or university study, while seven students were awarded $2,000 powerline scholarships to pursue technical training in energy-related fields. These investments reflect MRES’ dedication to strengthening local communities and building the next generation of skilled workers in the energy industry.
Energy providers to meet growing electricity needs by adding to key Upper Midwest transmission line
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Missouri River Energy Services (MRES), Great River Energy, Minnesota Power, Otter Tail Power Company and Xcel Energy have applied to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission for a Certificate of Need to add a second transmission line circuit to the existing power line that runs along Interstate 94 between Fargo and Alexandria.
Abplanalp joins executive staff of Missouri River Energy Services
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Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) is pleased to announce that Alex Abplanalp has accepted the position of Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) for the organization, effective October 20, 2025.
Pierre mayor wins Community Leader Award
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Steve Harding, mayor of Pierre, South Dakota, was named the recipient of the MRES Community Leader Award during the 60th Annual Meeting of Missouri River Energy Services (MRES).
MRES dedicates new solar project
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Marshall city officials, community leaders and project partners gathered Tuesday, May 20, to celebrate the official dedication of the Marshall Solar Plus (MSP) project — a 10-megawatt (MW) solar energy and 5-MW battery storage facility developed to support regional reliability and clean energy goals.