Nominations are now open for the “Who Powers You” contest being hosted by the region’s Touchstone Energy® Cooperatives, including Central Electric. The annual Who Powers You contest seeks to highlight local figures who are making a difference in the community. 

Cooperative members and residents who live or work within the service area of the region’s Touchstone Energy Cooperatives are eligible to be nominated. Nominations will be accepted through April 7. Three final winners will be selected by a panel of judges based on the impact they have on the community. 

Weekly finalists will be featured on Keloland Living starting March 14, and the contest winners will be announced on Keloland Living on May 30. The grand prize winner will receive $3,000, the second place winner will receive $1,500 and the third place winner will receive $500. 

Tara Miller, Manager of Communications at Central Electric, said, “The Who Powers You contest highlights our commitment to the communities and member-owners we serve. We know that our co-op community is filled with people making a difference. Let’s celebrate them!”

Laura Klock of Ethan was awarded $1,500 in last year’s contest for impacting lives through Helping With Horsepower. Past nominees in Central Electric’s area include Crow Creek Sioux Tribe Chairman Peter Lengkeek for his leadership and efforts to improve quality of life, LeAnn Moe of Alexandria for educating youth on seatbelt use and mental health and Rita Little Thunder of Howard for touching lives at a local daycare. 

To learn more about the Who Powers You contest and nominate a person or group from your community, visit WhoPowersYouContest.com.