Congratulations to DCREMC linemen Collin Crabtree and Paul Trenkamp for completing a grueling four-year apprenticeship program through Hoosier Energy. Upon completion of the program, the pair earned the designation of journeyman lineman. The nationally recognized Hoosier Energy Apprenticeship Training and Safety (HEATS) program requires graduates to complete over 500 hours of classroom instruction, 8,000 hours… Continue reading.
DCREMC has added a communications and marketing intern to the team in accordance with our strategic plan and focus on member engagement. While this opportunity was originally budgeted for spring/summer 2020, it was delayed due to COVID. We are excited for the opportunity to fulfill this commitment to support our strategic initiatives and educate our… Continue reading.
Chairman Michael Brelage called the Aug. 26 meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Secretary Brian Scheidler kept minutes of the meeting. All members of the board were present. Also present was DCREMC CEO Brett Abplanalp and DCREMC staff members Jennie Meyer, Crystal Greathouse and Jeanne Loechle. Monroe Shine Auditor Joe Boesing was also present as… Continue reading.
Over the years, you’ve probably heard or read about Kankakee Valley REMC’s concern for our community. Our community focus is one of the core principles that distinguishes us from other utilities. I am proud of the many programs we offer that address every sector of our community. Programs like the Operation Round Up Trust help… Continue reading.
Solar energy is becoming the green energy source of choice for many homeowners. If you are thinking about installing solar panels or any distributed generation asset, be sure to contact your electric cooperative. Kankakee Valley REMC member-consumers who install distributed generation must follow the cooperative’s guidelines when interconnecting to the power grid. If the connection… Continue reading.
If you are currently a Kankakee Valley REMC member-consumer and were also one during 2001-2003 & 2019, you can expect to see a credit on your bill generated in December and received in January. This credit is from our power supplier, Wabash Valley Power Alliance (WVPA). WVPA is a non-profit cooperative just like KV REMC. … Continue reading.
Junior Achievement (JA) serving LaPorte County received $750. JA provides economic education to students from kindergarten through 12th grade. This year, the JA board is providing virtual learning studies along with traditional class options to schools. This grant will provide programs to 4 classes in LaPorte County schools. Coalition Against Domestic Abuse (CADA), located in… Continue reading.
Kankakee Valley REMC accounts for the following individuals and businesses have credit balances that were left when electric service was disconnected. If you know anyone on the list, please have them contact our office during normal business hours of Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. or you can email acollins@kvremc.com. Christy Crowley Earl Davenport… Continue reading.
Today’s technology advancements have allowed for us to do so much more online and from the comfort of our home. So why not receive your electric bill and monthly Indiana Connection magazine by email too? If you do, you will receive a bill credit. Here is how: When you enroll in e-bill you will begin… Continue reading.
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital… Continue reading.
As we begin November, we are entering a special time of the year. The holidays and winter are approaching and often this means spending time with family and friends, holiday gatherings and for some maybe cheering on your favorite team. Family traditions will likely be different this year. Gatherings may be smaller, less frequent or… Continue reading.
Harrison REMC continuously looks for ways to support our community. That’s why each year we assist our young people in their pursuit of higher education by awarding scholarships to our graduating seniors. The scholarship is open to high school seniors who have been accepted to attend a college or university located in Clark or Floyd… Continue reading.
