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Friday, August 17, 2012  Hot summer days mean more air conditioning, meaning peaks in the demand for electricity.

Monday, March 12, 2012  Clocks spring forward, leaving many people tired and late.

Thursday, August 04, 2011  Several areas in Amarillo are experiencing power outages, Xcel Energy says.

Friday, April 15, 2011  Pronews 7 has learned more than 400 Xcel Energy customers are without power in the Bushland area.

Tuesday, February 08, 2011  Tips on ways you can help the demand on gas and electricity during a winter storm.

Sunday, November 28, 2010  The first mass-market electric cars could be under your Christmas tree, but charging them at home and running your Christmas lights at the same time, might cause an unexpected drain on the power grid.

Friday, November 12, 2010  About 1,000 Xcel customers are still without power and may not have it until Saturday evening.

Wednesday, August 04, 2010  Xcel Energy has declared an Energy Alert in an effort to reduce demand, so that controlled outages won't be necessary.

Friday, July 30, 2010  Get ready to pay a little bit more on your electric bill starting Sunday.

Thursday, June 24, 2010  Xcel Energy says all power has been restored.

Friday, June 04, 2010  Energy company Xcel ready for high usage over hot weekend.

Monday, May 17, 2010  Xcel Energy has proposed new rates to the Texas Public Utility Commission in Austin. The company announced Monday that it is seeking a 7 percent overall retail rate in Texas.

Monday, May 10, 2010  The city of Panhandle's power has been restored, but several other areas are still without power.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010  About 600 Xcel customers were without power Monday night.

Monday, April 26, 2010  Scattered electrical outages were reported after a small aircraft hit power lines in rural Potter County, injuring both men on board.