Henry County REMC
Henry County REMC
is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in New Castle, Indiana. As a cooperative, Henry County REMC follows seven core principles that are universal to cooperatives worldwide. Among those principles is one stressing education, training and information. Indiana Connection, a monthly magazine published especially for Indiana’s electric cooperative members, is one way the REMC informs and educates its members. Indiana Connection is available not only in a print format, but as an electronic publication for those who prefer getting their information on their electronic devices.
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Successful collaboration
With another busy year underway at Hoosier Energy, it’s worth looking back at one of 2024’s most significant projects. Bear Run Mine in Sullivan County is the biggest surface mine in the eastern United States. When the mine was ready to move west early last year, it was a big task for Hoosier Energy to… Continue reading.
Operation Round Up grant funds gear-washer for local firefighters
As an electric cooperative, Henry County REMC operates under the guiding principles that define cooperatives worldwide. These seven principles are Voluntary and Open Membership, Democratic Member Control, Members’ Economic Participation, Autonomy and Independence, Education, Training and Information, Cooperation Among Cooperatives, and Concern for Community. One way Henry County REMC exemplifies Concern for Community is through… Continue reading.
2025 improvements planned at HCREMC
In today’s connected world, the expectations of our membership have changed dramatically. Reliable electric service is no longer a luxury but an essential part of daily life, and Henry County REMC remains dedicated to increasing reliability across the distribution system. Major investments of time and resources have the vegetation management, pole testing, inspection, and maintenance… Continue reading.
Knightstown student featured in Cooperative Calendar of Student Art
Henry County REMC proudly announces that Eden Grace Fawver, a talented young artist from Knightstown, is featured in the 2025 Indiana Electric Cooperatives Calendar of Student Art. Each year, this statewide competition invites K-12 students to showcase their creativity, and Fawver’s submission earned an honorable mention for her grade level. Fawver, a fifth grader at… Continue reading.
Board seats open for 2025
There will be a Town Hall Meeting at Henry County REMC on Feb. 6 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Members interested in running for a seat on the board of directors are invited to attend and learn more. Seats are open to nominations this year for Districts 2, 7, and 8. DISTRICT 2 Shane… Continue reading.
Embracing change, building the future
A new year presents the opportunity to embrace change, rethink the status quo, and plan for the future. At Henry County REMC, we place an emphasis on consistency. It’s embedded in our mission: to provide reliable, safe, and cost-competitive electrical service to enhance the lives of our members and the communities we serve. This mission… Continue reading.
Celebrating the class of 2024
The Hoosier Energy Apprenticeship Training & Safety (HEATS) program recently added 36 new graduates during a ceremony at French Lick Resort. The HEATS program began in 1975 and has grown from a simple training tool for cooperative employees into a way to develop a wide range of skills across the industry. The 2024 graduating class… Continue reading.
HEATS program graduates
Congratulations to Bobby Frasur on graduating from the HEATS (Hoosier Energy Apprentice Training & Safety) Program. To become a journey lineman, participants must complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training within four years, along with 144 classroom hours. We are proud of all you have accomplished.
Turkey farm receives grant for energy-efficient updates through Hoosier Energy
Bryan Fuhs had his doubts, but it never hurts to try. So, the Montgomery, Indiana, turkey farmer applied for the USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) through Hoosier Energy anyway. “I thought, ‘Well, it’s worth looking into,’” Fuhs said. “I needed to make energy-efficient updates anyway, so if the program’s…
Reflecting on a successful year
As we head into the last month of 2024, I would like to reflect on the year that has passed and celebrate our co-op community. We are proud of what we have achieved as a cooperative this year. We are thankful for the support of the membership as we worked hard to provide the best… Continue reading.