In the early 1930’s, electric power was only available in major metropolitan areas. Businesses and homes there had access to electricity, while others weren’t as lucky. Residents in rural areas lived without hope of electric capability until political action was initiated. Before they were consumer-owners, small groups of farmers and rural residents across the state… Continue reading.

On Tuesday, June 25, at about 10:15 a.m., a strong storm system produced heavy rain and high winds that caused widespread damage to our power grid throughout Marshall County. At peak, Marshall County REMC had almost 5,000 of our 8,000 meters out of power for an extended period. Most of the damage to the REMC… Continue reading.

We continuously monitor our electric infrastructure to provide reliable electric service for our members. The state of our electric poles throughout the county is vital to that infrastructure. The REMC contracts American Energy Services, Inc. (AES) annually to ensure electric reliability by completing electric pole inspections and testing. On average, 3,500 poles are tested, which… Continue reading.

The annual Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., serves as an essential platform for sharing with our Congressional Delegation how decisions made in Washington impact the communities we serve. This necessity for political involvement is why cooperative representatives annually travel to Washington to engage with legislators. While there, these representatives advocate for you and our rural… Continue reading.

Easily watch your electric use and stay up to date with daily reminders and updates with the Prepaid Metering program. Go green with no monthly statement and maintain your balance by adding $20 or more at any time. The new Prepaid Metering program for Marshall County REMC members goes live on Monday, May 20. Unlike… Continue reading.

As spring approaches, many will begin outdoor projects and agriculture-related work that may require large vehicles and equipment. Before you start, I want to inform you about the dangers of overhead electric and communication cables. Overhead lines are everywhere and can pose a significant risk of injury or death should your equipment come in contact… Continue reading.

I wanted to take a moment to explain the benefits of our Annual Meeting and why it’s important to our members and the cooperative. Marshall County REMC’s 85th Annual Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 2. This year’s meeting will be presented as a pre-recorded virtual meeting posted online for members to view at… Continue reading.

Members with a field irrigation electric account with Marshall County REMC should have received a letter recently regarding changes to the rate. In years past, the peak kW demand billing window for irrigation services was Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., excluding weekends. Wabash Valley Power Alliance (WVPA), Marshall County REMC’s wholesale… Continue reading.

Accidental damage to electric infrastructure and fiber optic internet lines, whether the lines are buried underground or are overhead, can be costly to those responsible. Unfortunately, the cost of materials and labor in recent years has skyrocketed, causing repairs to become even more expensive. Oftentimes, damage to underground utilities can be avoided if people are… Continue reading.

The new Marshall County REMC Marco substation, located just east of Michigan Road south of Argos, is now complete and in service. The need for this new, $5.5 million substation was identified by our engineering firm, Alpha Engineering, back in 2020 as part of our long-range planning.  This new substation is owned by Wabash Valley… Continue reading.

I would like to thank the members who participated in the 2023 annual election. We received nearly 1,200 member votes through mail-in or online ballots. Offering these options for the first time last year dramatically increased the number of members who were able to participate in the election process, and that number continued to grow… Continue reading.

Spring and summer are opportune times for home upgrades and DIY projects. If you’re planning to make improvements to your home, consider upgrades that promote better efficiency. Here are a few projects that can help you save energy and money –– and increase the comfort of your home. Installing a smart thermostat is one of… Continue reading.