If you’ve been looking for a way to become more involved in the cooperative, and in turn, your community, now is the time to pick up a petition to run for a seat on our board of directors. The board is composed of seven individuals who represent the membership in his or her respective districts…. Continue reading.

Last year’s LaGrange County REMC scholarship winners included, clockwise, Hope Bortner, Taylor Jerdon, and Mason Wire. Camp Kilowatt  Dates: June 4-7 Camp Kilowatt, held at Camp Tecumseh in Brookston, is a fun experience for sixth grade students going into seventh grade across Indiana. Kids get the chance to learn more about energy while making new… Continue reading.

Ensuring your home is properly insulated can improve energy efficiency and make your home more comfortable. Insulation acts like a cozy coat that reduces heat loss during winter months and a protective layer that reduces heat gain during summer months.  Many older homes have less insulation than newer homes, but even newer homes can benefit… Continue reading.

Power lines crisscross our countryside, bringing the benefits of electricity. But storms or accidents can knock them from their perch and put them on the ground or within reach. Just because they’re down doesn’t mean they’re dead. “Keeping your distance from downed power lines and knowing what to do if you see one are the… Continue reading.

Harrison REMC continuously looks for ways to support our community. That’s why each year we assist our young members in their pursuit of higher education by awarding $1,500 scholarships to our graduating seniors.  These scholarships are open to high school seniors who reside in a home served by Harrison REMC and will attend a college… Continue reading.

Boone REMC’s Operation Round Up board of trustees recently awarded more than $15,000 in grants for community projects.  Hoosier Heritage Quilt Guild received $1,784.49 to make and donate 100 fleece blankets for the Packing Hope project. New Brunswick Church of Christ was awarded $3,022.43 to purchase a defibrillator.  Special Olympics of Boone County received $7,500… Continue reading.

Home energy-efficiency upgrades can lower energy bills, make your home more comfortable, and reduce your environmental footprint. A variety of tax credits and rebates are available that can help make home energy improvements more affordable.  Tax credits Federal tax credits of up to 30% are available for qualifying home improvements, subject to project-specific maximums outlined below. … Continue reading.

One of the things that makes Boone REMC unique is that, annually, our customers — who are also member-owners of our cooperative — can vote in board of director elections. Boone REMC is governed by a nine-member board, with each director representing a district of our service territory for three-year terms. Below are several important… Continue reading.

As a member-owned cooperative, Boone REMC is committed to engaging with those we serve. That’s why we host educational events three times a year, focusing on the electric industry, Boone REMC programs, and services.  Formerly known as Member Advisory Committee (MAC) meetings, these events have evolved into opportunities to connect, learn, and share updates. Our… Continue reading.

Camp Kilowatt Participants enjoy camp activities such as canoeing and horseback riding, while learning about electrical safety, energy and careers at electric co-ops.  Eligibility: Current sixth graders whose households receive electricity from Boone REMC Date of program: June 4-7 Application deadline: March 3 Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. This trip of a lifetime includes visits to… Continue reading.