It’s no surprise that winter months bring increased potential for fire risks and electrical safety hazards. This makes sense because during the coldest months, consumers are using additional electrical devices and appliances, like space heaters, electric blankets and portable generators. The National Fire Protection Association estimates that 47,700 home fires occur each year in the… Continue reading.
November 2019 marked a new milestone for the Operation Round Up® program, as this series of grants brought the total to $500,831 given back to our community since the program started. When the program began in October 2002, I was confident our members would join us in this effort, since it is such an easy… Continue reading.
It’s no surprise that winter months bring increased potential for fire risks and electrical safety hazards. This makes sense because during the coldest months, consumers are using additional electrical devices and appliances, like space heaters, electric blankets and portable generators. The National Fire Protection Association estimates that 47,700 home fires occur each year in the… Continue reading.
The following employees and directors were recognized for their service to Marshall County REMC during the Indiana Electric Cooperative Annual Meeting. Doug MacLain was recognized for 25 years of service to Marshall County REMC and his recent participation in bringing electricity to a developing area in Guatemala. Steve Ringer was recognized for his 30 years… Continue reading.
Touchstone Energy Camp (June 3-6) A fun, powerful and unique camp experience designed for students entering seventh grade in 2020. Horseback riding, canoeing, zip lining, trying out archery, swimming, learning about electrical safety and bucket truck rides. Apply by March 1 at TouchstoneEnergyCamp.org. Indiana Youth Tour (June 18-25) Marshall County REMC wants to send you… Continue reading.
Clean your clothes dryer’s lint trap every time you load the machine. A lint-free trap allows for better air circulation, which could mean your clothes will dry quicker. When it’s sunny outside, throw open the curtains, even in the winter. Let the sun help warm your room and add enough light that you won’t need… Continue reading.
February can be hard on energy bills. But cold winter weather is no match for a home that is prepared to fight it. Address these five common winter culprits throughout your house: Drafty doors and windows. An easy fix with a big payback is weather-stripping. Caulk or apply weather-stripping around all window and door seams,… Continue reading.
Often, when we hear the phrase “New Year’s resolutions,” we equate that to personal goals. But as your cooperative’s leadership team can attest to, business goals are just as important. Your cooperative is committed to providing safe, reliable and responsibly sourced electricity to its member-consumers. This year, we’ve developed some exciting new plans and I… Continue reading.
Touchstone Energy Camp (June 3-6, 2020) A fun, powerful and unique camp experience designed for students entering seventh grade in 2020. Horseback riding, canoeing, zip lining, trying out archery, swimming, learning about electrical safety and bucket truck rides. A fun, powerful and unique camp experience designed for students entering seventh grade in 2020. Horseback riding,… Continue reading.
If you would like to figure your electric bill (to compare to the one Kankakee Valley REMC sends you), here’s how: Track the kilowatt-hours you used on your meter for the month (or use the amount shown on your bill — they should be about the same). Multiply your kWh by the rate shown at… Continue reading.
Kankakee Valley REMC is run by a democratically elected board of directors. If leading your electric co-op interests you, consider running for directorship at the 2020 KVREMC Annual Meeting to be held on June 4 at the Porter County Expo Center. Member-consumers running for directorship must attend the mandatory meeting on March 31 at 6:30… Continue reading.
