Every year, on the second Friday of October, Indiana’s electric cooperatives come together for Community Day, a state-wide effort to give back to the communities they serve. This annual tradition brings cooperative employees out of their offices and into local organizations, helping to strengthen the fabric of the community. The event reflects one of the… Continue reading.

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I find myself reflecting on the many reasons we have to be grateful here at Henry County REMC. Our members and the communities we serve are at the heart of our electric cooperative. This past year has brought its share of challenges, from navigating the ongoing effects of the… Continue reading.

HCREMC joined many other local businesses in attending the JA Inspire event, where we met with area students to share in-demand careers within a cooperative. We also took the opportunity to demonstrate the importance of electrical safety with our tabletop demo!

The holidays are right around the corner. While the holiday season is a time for fun, family, and festivities, it’s also a time when your internet usage skyrockets. From streaming holiday movies and online shopping to video chats and extra house guests, it’s important to have the speed and bandwidth you need to stay connected…. Continue reading.

Roasting a turkey in the oven is still the most popular way to cook a bird for Thanksgiving. Here are some do’s and don’ts to take the fear out of this intimidating process.  DON’T roast turkey in an oven temperature lower than 325 F. DON’T roast turkey in a brown paper grocery bag. Present-day grocery… Continue reading.

Never drop a frozen turkey into a deep fryer. The moisture from the frozen bird causes the oil to rise and potentially overflow, which equals a big fire hazard. HERE’S THE SAFEST WAY TO FRY A TURKEY: Choose a spot outside and away from your house to fry your turkey. Be sure to have a… Continue reading.

If you haven’t heard, Heartland REMC has rolled out a new generator purchasing program. This program is offering discounts for our members when purchasing a new Generac whole home generator. Heartland REMC is partnering with GenSolar. They are a great local company, and we are excited about this partnership. Over the next few months, I… Continue reading.

As November kicks off, it’s hard to believe we’ll soon gather with family and friends to celebrate the holiday season. This festive time of year brings joy and warmth, but as the weather gets cooler and we spend more time indoors, the holidays can also increase energy use and a higher risk of electrical and… Continue reading.