Technology is a priority in our culture. Everyone is connected and on the go, whether we’re making phone calls, texting or checking email. Such communication freedom is a luxury we pay for, generally without grumbling. But when it comes to electricity — a necessity in our modern world — some of us complain when the… Continue reading.
When discussing “cool” runnings, I’m not referring to the 1993 movie with John Candy (as great as it is). I want to talk about the “cool” runnings of air conditioners and heat pumps. There are two things I want you to keep in mind: the first is efficiency and the second is maintenance. When most… Continue reading.
If your business, home or farm is being readied for renovation, call Energy Advisor Jake Taylor first, to help save you money.
At the LaGrange County REMC Annual Meeting on June 8, you have the opportunity to vote for your board of directors. This year includes one contested race in District 3 and three uncontested races for incumbents in District 5, 6 and 7. Here are your candidates: District 3 Tony Bontrager, who was recently appointed as… Continue reading.
People usually think about planting trees or growing plants to help the environment, but for Pine Knob County Park, the eradication of invasive honeysuckle will mean the return of native plants and wildlife. The project, headed by the LaGrange County Parks Department, is being funded through an EnviroWatts® grant recently awarded by LaGrange County REMC… Continue reading.
The rapid growth of foliage with rising spring temperatures can cause real problems for electric cooperatives like LaGrange County REMC. Years of experience and study have proven the safest and most efficient way to maintain power line rights-of-way is through careful use of herbicides. Controlling more than 600 miles of lines and poles from high-growth… Continue reading.
Kankakee Valley REMC is celebrating a huge milestone this year — 80 years of serving our communities. The best way to celebrate such a significant anniversary is with family. That’s why we hope you and your family will join us on Tuesday, June 18, at the Porter County Expo Center for what can only be… Continue reading.
This year, the Kankakee Valley REMC membership will elect two member-consumers to serve on the REMC board. Three candidates have completed the necessary requirements to run for directorship. These individuals will be the only individuals eligible to run for directorship and placed on the ballot. This year’s candidates are being elected from District 1 and… Continue reading.
DISTRICT 1 CANDIDATE Chris Birky and his wife, Melissa, reside in Pleasant Township with their children. The Birkys have been Kankakee Valley REMC member-consumers for 25 years. They own and operate Birky Family Farms Country Gourmet in Kouts. The business includes the Country Market, Bakery and Café which specializes in catering, concessions and hog roasts…. Continue reading.
Six local high school seniors were the recipients of the Kankakee Valley REMC Operation Round Up scholarship totaling $8,000. Two $2,000 scholarships and four $1,000 scholarships are given annually to graduating high school seniors whose parents/guardians participate in the Operation Round Up program. Students will be recognized at their individual high school academic awards programs. … Continue reading.
