Thank you to everyone who contributed to the REMC’s Lend a Hand program. In 2019, members donated $14,120.70. With the REMC matching funds, $28,241.40 has been given to community agencies in the REMC territory.  Since 2015, the children of Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Corydon have been collecting a noisy offering … loose change in tin… Continue reading.

Touchstone Energy Camp (June 3-6, 2020) A fun, powerful and unique camp experience designed for students entering seventh grade in 2020. Horseback riding, canoeing, zip lining, trying out archery, swimming, learning about electrical safety and bucket truck rides. APPLY: Go to www.harrisonremc.com and hover on the “community” tab for Touchstone Energy Camp applications. NEW this… Continue reading.

At Hoosier Energy, being “Safe by Choice” is an employee mindset. Being safe on the job or on the road is important. That is why we ask you to be sure to follow these tips when around snow plows, emergency vehicles or electric utility vehicles if the weather takes a turn for the worse this… Continue reading.

Here we are in 2020! The directors and employees of Harrison RMEC would like to wish you all a happy and prosperous new year. I would also like to thank all members for giving Harrison REMC the opportunity to serve you as your electric cooperative. Below I have put together a few items that are… Continue reading.

Incentives are available for residential single-family homes. Residential heating/cooling incentives are limited to two per primary residence.  The closing date for residential rebates will be Dec. 20, 2020. Qualified enrollments after that date will receive any applicable 2021 rebates.  AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP, MINI-SPLIT OR DUAL FUEL HEAT PUMP (NEW INSTALLATION OR REPLACEMENT)  Must provide… Continue reading.

Congratulations to Lineman Kyle Voyles who recently completed the Hoosier Energy Apprentice Training and Safety program (HEATS).  The program requires participants to complete 576 hours of classroom instruction and 8,000 hours of on-the-job training that develop technical skills and safety excellence. 

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital… Continue reading.

When ice storms coat power lines, high winds can lead to lines that bounce and buck around. While rare, this movement is known as galloping lines.  Power lines are designed to sway, but if a wire is weighted down with ice and is pushed around from wind, it could move close to a grounded component… Continue reading.

By David Lett The holidays are a time of year that many of us eagerly anticipate. The season is marked by special foods, seasonal decorations and lots of festivities.  We cherish carrying on old family traditions and enjoy creating new ones. For me personally, I look forward to more time spent with family and friends. … Continue reading.

Being a member of an electric co-op is a unique opportunity to be part of the decision-making process in a business.  Because Harrison REMC is a cooperative, it is owned by its members. That means members are responsible for voting for fellow members to take leadership positions on the board of directors. Each April, Harrison… Continue reading.

Harrison REMC will be closed on Dec. 24 and 25, 2019. The directors and employees would like to wish all members a merry Christmas! 

Paws off! Keep your pets safe from electrical dangers:  Make sure all plugs are inserted completely into their wall sockets.  If your pet seems interested in electrical cords, check the cords frequently for signs of fraying and replace any damaged cords immediately.  Appliances near sinks and bathtubs should only be plugged into outlets equipped with… Continue reading.