Lineworkers serve on the front lines of our nation’s energy needs and on April 18 Orange County REMC, along with other electric cooperatives across the country, will observe Lineworker Appreciation Day as a way to honor the brave men and women who work hard to keep the lights on. Line crews work around the clock,… Continue reading.
All REMC members who register and attend the annual meeting can vote for directors to serve the districts that are up for election in that calendar year. The information below details when deadlines occur in the election process. Incumbent directors whose terms expire in 2024 are: District 3 – Danny Easterday (Does not intend to… Continue reading.
RANDY ROBERTS 35 years Randy Roberts is the director representing Orange County REMC District 2, which includes all of Washington County and that part of Crawford County served by the cooperative. Roberts has served on the board of directors since 1989 and celebrates his 35-year service anniversary on April 18. CHARLES HOPPER 5 years Charles… Continue reading.
As spring arrives, the weather often becomes more unpredictable. In our part of Indiana, sudden storms can cause widespread damage and even power outages. Now is the time to gather supplies to build an emergency kit, so your family can be prepared. In the event of a power outage, the following items in your emergency… Continue reading.
Before you start any spring projects that require digging on your property … CALL 811
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.
National Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 8. The Marshall County REMC staff and board would like to thank each of our linemen for their dedication to the cooperative and its members!
WI-FI THERMOSTAT REBATE When everyone’s using electricity during the hottest days of the year, wholesale power supply costs can go up, and that can eventually cause higher costs for everyone. When you enroll in the PowerShift® Wi-Fi Thermostat Program, you agree to allow brief, small adjustments to your residential thermostat during times of peak electric… Continue reading.
April 15–19 is National Work Zone Awareness Week. Indiana law requires motorists to change lanes to move away from emergency vehicles and slow to 10 mph under the posted speed limit. Utility vehicles, police cars, fire trucks and ambulances are all emergency vehicles, so please give crews lots of room.
The next round of grants will be awarded at the end of the month. Charitable organizations within the Marshall County REMC Service territory are eligible to apply, but the organization does not have to be a member of Marshall County REMC. Applications are available at marshallremc.com. For more information, contact Arianna Thome, communications specialist, at… Continue reading.
