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STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAMS
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2014
Equity [Abstract]  
STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAMS
STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAMS
Stock Repurchase Plans
On November 3, 2011, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized a $15,000 stock repurchase program.  This program became effective immediately and does not have an expiration date.  The timing and terms of the purchases are determined by management based on market conditions and are conducted in accordance with the applicable rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission.  Common stock repurchased under this program will be retired by the Company.  No purchases have been made under this program.

Stock Purchase Plan
During the second quarter of 2005, Employers Mutual initiated a new $15,000 stock purchase program under which Employers Mutual will purchase shares of the Company’s common stock in the open market.  This purchase program does not have an expiration date; however, this program is currently dormant and will remain so while the Company’s repurchase program is in effect.  The timing and terms of the purchases are determined by management based on market conditions and are conducted in accordance with the applicable rules of the Securities and Exchange Commission.  No purchases were made during 2014, 2013 and 2012.  As of December 31, 2014, $4,491 remained available under this plan for additional purchases.