Jay County REMC
Jay County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Portland, Indiana. As a cooperative, Jay 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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Don’t let the cry of ‘timber’ shiver or splinter your timbers
Trees add immeasurable value to your property but maintaining them comes with a cost. They need pruning, and sometimes heavy trimming or removal. The most common types of serious tree trimming accidents are: Electrocution — You can be seriously injured or killed if you come into contact with an electric line. If there’s a chance… Continue reading.
Grand sun
The long summer sunlight hours offer unique opportunities to spend time in the great outdoors. The sun can also inspire ideas — and even power activities — for families looking to have fun. More technology utilizes solar power, offering new tools and ideas for things to do. Families can spend time together with a variety… Continue reading.
Our commitment to an energy mix
We see time evolving all around us: the leaves on the trees in our yard display the season, children get bigger — or new ones arrive! For some, graduations mean moving on to high school, leaving for college or moving into a first apartment. And some of us notice a bit more gray in the… Continue reading.
2024 board of directors candidates
District 1 KLINT MOSER (INCUMBENT) Moser is a lifelong Adams County resident. He was elected to the board in 2014 and is running unopposed. He serves on the co-op’s membership and public relations committee. Moser lives in rural Decatur with his wife, Amy, and their two children, Grace and Kate. He graduated from Adams Central… Continue reading.
Grow your summer energy savings
As summer quickly approaches, one of my favorite things about this time of year is educating our members on energy efficiency and savings before the dog days of summer hit. After all, the summer months bring some of the highest energy bills of the year. But why? Cooling your home accounts for a large portion… Continue reading.
Early voting available for board of directors
Early voting will be available in the REMC lobby for the 2024 board of directors’ election. From June 17 through June 21, voting will be available from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Voters will need a valid picture ID and your name must be on the bill. Those voting early will not receive the $20… Continue reading.
Save the date! 2024 Annual Meeting
Jay County REMC Annual Meeting | June 22 Jay County REMC will hold its Annual Meeting on June 22 at Jay County High School. Dave Dugan will be the entertainment for the evening, and members will be able to enjoy the business expo. Stay tuned for more details!
Keep your cool inside this summer
With the hot, humid temperatures during the long daylight hours when kids are out of school, it may seem difficult to keep your cool at home this summer — literally and figuratively. Yet, in the literal sense, keeping your cool indoors could pay off by keeping more green in your wallet. Fortunately, there are steps… Continue reading.
Proper preparation
Many Hoosier homeowners add a backup generator in case the power goes out during weather turbulence. Yet before severe weather arrives, homeowners should be sure to read and follow instructions in the manual that comes with the generator to ensure safe operation. There are some additional considerations that homeowners should particularly keep in mind with… Continue reading.