Chairman Steve AmRhein opened the meeting, and Brian Scheidler kept the meeting minutes. All board members except Clay Nuhring, Steve Nobbe, and Jason Barnhorst were present. Also present were CEO Brett Abplanalp and employee Matt Raver. Suzanne Parmer moved to approve the agenda. Carl Riedeman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. SAFETY MINUTE AND… Continue reading.

Balancing the demand for electricity with a just-in-time supply (currently, electricity can’t be stored in meaningful amounts) and transmitting it over an expansive grid of transmission and distribution lines makes the U.S. electric grid the most complex machine in our nation’s history. As an industry, we are currently impacted by several domestic and international economic… Continue reading.

Utility scams have long targeted consumers with water, gas, and electricity connections. But in today’s digital world, every swipe and click increases the risk of potential scams. Scammers are more sophisticated than ever, and they understand our increasing reliance on technology. With their sharpened digital knives, scammers have adapted their tactics to trick unsuspecting consumers… Continue reading.

Camp Kilowatt took place June 5–8 at Camp Tecumseh in Brookston, Indiana. The camp is a fun and unique experience for sixth-grade students going into seventh grade across Indiana. Campers get the chance to learn about energy while making new friends and enjoying fun activities and games. Harrison REMC was represented at Camp Kilowatt by… Continue reading.

Harrison REMC is offering members another way to pay their bill. Checkout is a convenient, cash-based payment application that allows members to pay their bill using a Checkout barcode and cash at retail locations nationwide. How it works and some FAQs:  Get your barcode and find locations at harrisonremc.meridiancheckout.com GET Get your barcode online or on… Continue reading.

Indiana’s electric cooperatives and their statewide magazine, Indiana Connection, are accepting applications for awards that recognize the community spirit of Indiana’s youth. The Youth Power and Hope Awards program honors Indiana students in fifth through eighth grades who are leaders in their communities. Up to five qualified candidates will be selected to receive $500 and… Continue reading.

When you signed up for electric service with Boone REMC, you became a member of a cooperative. Here’s a look at a few of the benefits of your membership. ENERGY ADVISOR SERVICES: Our energy advisor can help you find ways to be more energy efficient, reduce your electric bill, and use electricity safely. We offer… Continue reading.

Some aspects of our lives have become a daily routine. But how often do we think about the value we get from the products and services we pay for? A morning latte can easily cost close to $6, a fast-food combo with a burger, fries, and a drink can set us back $10, and a… Continue reading.

Boone REMC employees, board directors, and members celebrated reaching the $1 million milestone of our Operation Round Up program in June! The event, held at the Whitestown Branch of the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library, recognized the collective impact that our members have had on our local community since the program began in 2006. Attendees enjoyed… Continue reading.

Although buses are once again shuttling students to school, the sweltering summer heat still kicks on the air conditioning, draining more money from wallets. While it’s early in the school year for tests, there are three elementary steps to long-term energy savings and keeping more money in your wallet. Just seal, insulate, and equip to… Continue reading.