How did your garden grow this year? If you think you have the prize-winning harvest this year, bring it out to the Harvest Contest. Kankakee Valley REMC is pleased to sponsor the contest in conjunction with the Wanatah Scarecrow Festival. This contest is open to anyone who has a green thumb and thinks they might… Continue reading.

An area where you can make the fastest and most effective improvement with insulation is in your attic. During cooler months, insulation prevents heat from escaping, and in warmer months, it blocks heat from entering the home. It sounds simple, but without proper sealing and insulation, a home can become uncomfortably hot or cold. How… Continue reading.

During the summer and early fall, seeing work zone signs or construction crews working in the roadway is common. Flaggers or signs force you to slow down or in some situations come to a complete stop. When pressed for time, these situations can be frustrating. It is important to remind motorists to be careful around… Continue reading.

Who has time to save energy? You’re a busy person, we get that. If you spent your life thinking about energy efficiency, well, you’d probably be working for us. But even though you might not have 40 hours a week to spend noodling over ways to save energy, there’s still lots you can do in… Continue reading.

You probably don’t pay much attention to the utility poles found throughout Kankakee Valley REMC’s service territory. But, did you know these tall structures are the backbone of our distribution network? Strong, sturdy utility poles ensure a reliable electric system, which is why we routinely inspect the thousands of poles found on our lines. Throughout… Continue reading.

Kankakee Valley REMC members are making a difference in the community. This quarter, the Operation Round Up Trust awarded over $7,000 to non-profit organizations in the community. North Judson-San Pierre Middle School/High School bands received a $3,000 grant to purchase band instruments for students to use. With the help of the grant, students who might… Continue reading.

Saving money is just one reason to switch to ENERGY STAR® LEDs. These bulbs also use less energy and last longer! Your cooperative has a LED deal for you! Purchase up to 25 bulbs annually at the KVREMC office for just $1 per bulb. Purchase ENERGY STAR® LEDs elsewhere and you can receive a rebate… Continue reading.

Many people recognize Kankakee Valley REMC as an electric power supplier for our rural communities. Our business is to keep the lights on to over 18,000 members. Equally important, though, is the impact we have on our youth and our commitment to the communities we serve. Each year, Kankakee Valley REMC provides two fun, educational… Continue reading.

Surge protectors save your electronics from power surges or increases in voltage significantly above the intended level in the flow of electricity. While power surges are commonly associated with lightning and storms, surge protectors have everyday purposes. Power surges, unfortunately, can happen at any time of day, regardless of weather. High-powered pieces of equipment are… Continue reading.

It’s easy to understand why the POWER MOVES® commercial lighting programs have been so popular among businesses and those who are in charge of lighting at their company. Lighting is one of your most — pardon the pun — visible business expenses, and one you probably interact with on a daily basis. But you might… Continue reading.

Tuesday, July 12, is Kankakee Valley REMC Day at the LaPorte County Fair. Show your Co-op Connections Card at the gate and receive $2 off adult and senior admission tickets. Children 10-15 years old receive $1 off their admission ticket. The LaPorte County Fair runs July 10-16. Friday, July 22, is Kankakee Valley REMC Day… Continue reading.

There are many things in and around the house using electricity. Some of those things are, what we would call, necessities and others are lifestyle choices. It is good practice to be aware of how different appliances might affect your monthly bill. All appliances use different amounts of energy. When I work with a member… Continue reading.