The winningest basketball teams in history are ones that are consistent and have players with varying abilities. Some are better at shooting three-pointers, and some are best at defense. A balanced mix of skills can make a team a powerhouse on the court. The way to keep electricity reliable is a bit like that, too…. Continue reading.

By Carly Nichols In the summer of 2021, my then 12-year-old had his heart set on a puppy. His focus was firmly set on an expensive breed like a pug, while mom and dad were leaning towards a shelter rescue. Out of the blue, a Winchester/Randolph County Animal Shelter post popped up on my Facebook… Continue reading.

Jay County REMC is a not-for-profit, member-owned electric cooperative. As a member, you have more influence on your co-op than you might realize. Not only can you contact us to share your thoughts, ideas and experiences, you can also take part in guiding the direction of your co-op into the future. How? You can serve… Continue reading.

IT PAYS TO GO PAPERLESS WITH SMARTHUB  Sign up for paperless billing directly through your SmartHub portal. If you haven’t signed up for SmartHub yet, you can enroll at jayremc.com/ smarthub or download the app to your phone from your smartphone’s app store. Or, you can call us at 260-726-7121 to enroll over the phone. … Continue reading.

This time of year, it’s not just basketball madness that people feel. The volatile Indiana weather can feel like all four seasons in one day. This spring, your home’s temperature may feel like it’s soaring and sinking with the weather. To avoid scary energy bills caused by your heating and cooling system working harder than… Continue reading.

When outdoor temperatures drop, our electricity use increases. That’s because we’re doing more activities inside, making our heating systems run longer and 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… Continue reading.

Each year, Jay County REMC sponsors students to attend two unique programs — Camp Kilowatt and Indiana Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. As we approach the March 1 deadline to apply for the 2024 programs, here’s what last year’s attendees had to say about the programs and about encouraging their peers to apply. WHY DID… Continue reading.

Electric vehicle drivers eating at the Beef House Restaurant in Covington can now fill up their automobiles at the same time. The electric vehicle charger installed at the Beef House is one of over 50 high-speed direct current fast charger stations in a new statewide network created by GO Electric Vehicle Indiana (GOEVIN). The collaboration… Continue reading.

People often ask, “What’s in it for me?” This is a fair question, as we all need to act in our self-interest now and then. The great thing about coops is that instead of asking, “What’s in it for me?” we say, “This is what’s in it for us.” When the market refuses to offer… Continue reading.

With the hustle and bustle of the holidays ending, we’ll do just about anything to make things easier on ourselves. The convenience of electric space heaters are great, but don’t forget about all of the safety precautions you may have overlooked. “Heating equipment is the second leading cause of home fires in the United States,”… Continue reading.

CAMP KILOWATT JUNE 5–8 Camp Kilowatt is a fun, powerful, and unique camp experience designed for students entering seventh grade in 2024. Activities include horseback riding, zip lining, archery, swimming, and learning about electrical safety. APPLY: Apply by March 1 at CampKilowatt.org. INDIANA YOUTH TOUR TO WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 16–23 Jay County REMC is sponsoring… Continue reading.