Because electricity is so abundant, most folks do not think much about it. Since many of you have been spending more time at home over the past few months, you have likely been using more energy. And yet, we still expect an endless supply of power with uninterrupted service 24/7.  Given how electricity powers our… Continue reading.

As the weather heats up, we are continuing to push forward to build out the new high-speed internet system as fast as possible.   Along the way, we have been asked a lot of questions about what the system will look like at your home. The building process so far has focused on the main… Continue reading.

We spend a lot of time talking with you, our members, about rebates that are available through not only Heartland REMC but the Power Moves program. These rebates are great and we here at Heartland REMC are thankful we can provide incentives for updating your HVAC systems so they are more energy efficient.  Depending on… Continue reading.

The Annual Meeting is one of our favorite events of the year, but protecting the health and well-being of Bartholomew County REMC’s members, employees and board of directors comes first. There are just too many uncertainties brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic right now, so we made the tough decision to transition our Annual Meeting… Continue reading.

Working with electricity can be a dangerous job, especially for lineworkers. In fact, it is known to be among the most dangerous jobs in the U.S. That’s why for Bartholomew County REMC, safety is the number one priority. This is not empty talk. Over time, we have created a culture of putting our crews’ safety… Continue reading.

To help our members during the COVID-19 pandemic, Bartholomew County REMC temporarily suspended service disconnections due to nonpayment of bills and late fees. The moratorium is set to end on Aug. 14. Starting on Aug. 24,  BCREMC will resume disconnections for accounts with a past due balance of $150 or more. BCREMC will also begin… Continue reading.

Warm, sunny days beckon the child in us all to head outdoors to play or swim. Bartholomew County REMC recommends that families review and stress to children the following simple electrical safety rules for safe outdoor play: Never climb trees near power lines. Even if the power lines aren’t touching the tree, they could touch… Continue reading.

The last few months have been difficult for so many of our members. At Clark County REMC, we recognize that many families have experienced job losses, reduced hours, and other financial pressures caused by the COVID-19 health crisis. Because of those hardships, I am choosing to hold off service disconnects until September at the earliest,… Continue reading.

Evan Olinger’s last year of eligibility in the Cooperative Calendar of Student Art Contest ended on a high note. The recent Silver Creek High School graduate not only won first place in his grade division, he earned the Artist of the Year/Best of Show title for his colored pencil drawing of a winter-themed still life. … Continue reading.