When Kankakee Valley REMC was founded 85 years ago, each member-consumer contributed an equal share to bring electricity to their homes and benefit the entire community. From the beginning, every member-consumer had an equal vote in cooperative matters, embodying the principles of equitable economic participation and democratic control. These values continue to guide us today…. Continue reading.

From time to time, a Kankakee Valley REMC member will ask a question that results in a surprising answer, “Where is your power plant?” Remarkably, we don’t have one. The electricity that flows through our wires to homes and businesses through KVREMC’s service territory originates from a long list of sources. We’re one of 23… Continue reading.

Summer months bring some of the highest energy bills of the year. But why? Cooling your home accounts for a large portion of your summer monthly energy use, and the hotter it gets, the harder and longer your air conditioner works to keep you cool. You don’t need a green thumb or an engineering degree… Continue reading.

I’m proud to be part of the Kankakee Valley REMC team for many reasons, and one of the biggest is the commitment your co-op’s employees demonstrate to serving your needs. Every member of our team is focused on keeping members like you safe and comfortable. This month, we’re asking members to pay extra attention to… Continue reading.

As a utility, we are committed to providing you with safe, affordable, reliable, and resilient electricity. This month, I want to focus on the importance of reliability and resiliency in meeting your energy needs. Despite the efforts of our highly skilled employees to maintain a robust system, unforeseen circumstances, especially those brought on by Mother… Continue reading.

There are things we all used to do. Fairly recently, as a matter of fact. Then somebody started offering new technology, and now you’re almost embarrassed to admit you continue to do things the “old” way. I don’t think of myself as a trendsetter, but I don’t want to fall far behind. When we talk… Continue reading.

In the web of numbers and charges on your monthly electric bill, one that is often overlooked but plays a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability of your electricity, is the facilities charge. This charge is often misunderstood as to what it assists us in providing you each month. Why are you being charged for… Continue reading.

With the winter chill approaching, I — like many homeowners — am getting my home ready for the cold, snow and ice. I want to make sure my home’s heating system operates efficiently and safely. Much like we all prepare our homes for winter, your REMC works year-round to ensure its electric system is in… Continue reading.

Planning an event like the member appreciation/annual business meeting is a challenging task. It’s an annual challenge that demands meticulous attention to detail, orchestrating countless moving parts and even keeping a watchful eye on the weather forecast. However, our primary focus is on creating an event that is enjoyable to our valued membership. This year,… Continue reading.

On Sept. 28, Kankakee Valley REMC’s largest event — the Member Appreciation Day and annual business meeting — will take place. We look forward to seeing you there for some family fun, good food and a chance to win some great prizes. We are excited to bring back a few favorites this year. Birky’s Catering… Continue reading.

In the May edition of Indiana Connection magazine, my column about solar farms was a recommendation from a member. I appreciate the members’ feedback on topics they would like to learn more about. This month, we have selected another member-requested topic: cybersecurity.   We talk about cybersecurity more than ever before in our current business… Continue reading.

Thank you for the many great ideas for topics for this column. I plan to cover several of the topics submitted over the next few months. The first, and probably most mentioned topic, is solar-related. Drivers passing through Starke County likely noticed several solar projects (often referred to as solar farms) constructed in recent months,… Continue reading.