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.

One of my favorite things about summer is the opportunity for fresh, homegrown food, whether shopping at the local farmers market or sharing the abundance of garden tomatoes with a neighbor. It’s amazing how just a few seeds, some fertilizer, and water can turn into a bounty. When I think about energy efficiency, I think… Continue reading.

When outdoor temperatures drop, our electricity use increases. That’s because we’re doing more activities inside, and our heating systems are running more often to counteract colder outdoor temperatures. Factor in that we all tend to use electricity at the same times — in the morning and early evenings — and that equals a lot of… Continue reading.

Electricity plays an essential role in our everyday life. It powers our homes, offices, hospitals, and schools. We depend on it to keep us warm in the winter and cool in the summer, charge our phones, and binge our favorite TV shows. If the power goes out, even briefly, our lives can be disrupted. The… Continue reading.

Ringing in a new year sparks a sense of renewed hope and optimism about the future. As the Chief Executive Officer of Daviess-Martin County REMC, for me, it’s a time to reflect on where we are and where we’re going. At the heart of this reflection, I think about ways we can better serve you,… Continue reading.

The holiday season is just around the corner and soon, festive music will flood the airwaves, sparkling lights and decorations will adorn homes and businesses, and good tidings will abound. The holidays also bring a frenzy of decorating, cooking and family gatherings, and amid the hectic hustle and bustle, you may receive higher-than-usual energy bills…. Continue reading.

You may have asked yourself, what makes electric co-ops different from other types of utilities? This month, I thought I’d tell you a few of the things that make electric cooperatives different. Because we’re a co-op, we operate a little differently than other utilities. Daviess-Martin County REMC’s decisions are made locally, by directors who also… Continue reading.