Power outages — they’re no fun for our members who are suddenly left in the dark and for our crew members who respond at all hours of the day and night. But, with the intricate web of power lines crisscrossing neighborhoods and open country, they are a reality. Marshall County REMC had 672 outages from… Continue reading.
COVID-19 has disrupted our daily lives. Some families and businesses have transitioned to remote work, while many are spending more time at home due to the stay at home orders. Because of these changes, our member-consumers are seeing a surge in home energy use. That leads to higher electric bills. In response to the economic… Continue reading.
The Kankakee Valley REMC Operation Round Up Trust awarded scholarships totaling $8,000 to six local high school seniors. This year, two $2,000 and four $1,000 scholarships were awarded. The recipients of the $2,000 scholarships were Sidney Swanson, South Central High School, and Jonathan Stewart, Washington Township High School. The $1,000 recipients were Natalia Gebka, North… Continue reading.
With schools closed and many individuals losing their jobs, local food pantries saw a spike in demand. Kankakee Valley REMC Operation Round Up Trust recognizes that local food pantries are the lifeline for many. That’s why the Operation Round Up Trust recently donated $20,000 to area food pantries. Food pantries have been applying for… Continue reading.
Brush upkeep and tree trimming does more than keep your yard looking nice. It’s also a vital part of keeping the power to your home or business flowing efficiently and safely. Starting in July, Kankakee Valley REMC’s hired contractors will be performing right-of-way maintenance on summer foliage that poses a risk to the functionality of… Continue reading.
Due to the nationwide concerns about coronavirus (COVID-19) the KV REMC Annual Meeting has been rescheduled for Sept. 10. Since the director elections coincide with the annual meeting, we changed the required directorship meeting to June 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the KV REMC headquarters. Candidates who do not attend the meeting will not be… Continue reading.
Students returning to Boone Grove High School last fall were surprised to see the gym floor’s new look – and not just because it had been resurfaced. The Porter Township School Corporation received $25,000 in Power Moves® rebates from Kankakee Valley REMC. The school corporation received the rebates for upgrading Boone Grove’s lighting and fixtures… Continue reading.
It seems our world has changed in the blink of an eye, but Harrison REMC’s commitment to the membership is the same. We know you’re focused on keeping your family safe, and the co-op is focused on powering your world — however that may look. We’re here for you. Our team is proud to power… Continue reading.
Ah, summer. Cookouts, swimming pools, camping — it’s the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. And when it’s time to come back indoors, there’s nothing better than that cool blast you feel from your home’s air conditioning unit. Your heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system is essential to keeping your… Continue reading.
There are many ways that Harrison REMC provides you with safe, reliable electrical service. One of the most common, and crucial ways is referred to as right-of-way clearing (or vegetation management). A right-of-way (ROW) refers to a strip of land underneath or around power lines that Harrison REMC has the right and responsibility to maintain… Continue reading.
Social distancing can be hard on anyone, but it is especially challenging for young kids (and their parents). What can you do when school is out and you need to stay home? Here are some tips on how you can destroy boredom and keep your kids entertained! Keep Them Moving Kids need to exercise, too!… Continue reading.
