Black Hills Energy’s Rate Hike Explained | Pierre News

Black Hills Energy’s electric bill hike could cost you $45 a month—thanks to a new gas plant and overdue rate updates. The $19.75 monthly surcharge funds the Lange II facility, meant to replace aging infrastructure, not fuel tech booms. Big customers like hospitals and factories are bracing for steep cost spikes. Rates haven’t changed in over 10 years, but rising costs demand adjustments—some already collected, with possible refunds pending regulator approval. Meanwhile, the parent company eyes a merger, with Montana still saying no. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4fe2c8f15f6e60e0