LaGrange County REMC
LaGrange County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in LaGrange, Indiana. As a cooperative, LaGrange 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 electronically.
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Celebrating service
LaGrange County REMC recently celebrated Meter Technician Gary Grogg on his 30 years of service at LaGrange County REMC. Grogg, left, is congratulated by LaGrange County REMC CEO Mark Leu, right, in the photo.
Be aware of galloping lines
It’s winter in Indiana. That means storms with wind, snow and ice. When high winds and ice combine, it can affect power lines in a unique way causing them to “gallop.” When ice accumulates on power lines, it forms a teardrop shape. If there are strong winds, the ice that builds up is only on one… Continue reading.
Apply for our youth programs
Camp Kilowatt Date: June 7-10 A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. The camp takes place in early June and gives kids a chance to learn about energy while making new friends and enjoying activities and games. This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rock climbing, swimming and much… Continue reading.
Enjoying a season of reflection
As we reach the end of 2022, I appreciate the opportunity to reflect on the year that’s almost gone and the new one to come. LaGrange County REMC takes pride in our efforts to overcome challenges as well as grow a new community-changing service as we serve you, our members. We’ve seen our crews head… Continue reading.
What is a heat pump water heater?
When you turn on the air conditioner in your car or in your house, you are turning on a heat pump. A heat pump takes the heat from one location and moves it to another. In the process of cooling your home, the heat pump takes the heat from the living space and moves it… Continue reading.
Your spare change makes a difference
It’s your spare change that is making a big difference in our community. Thanks to our participating Operation Round Up members for allowing their bills to be rounded up each month to the nearest dollar. Since the beginning of the program in January 2002, over $640,000 has been given back to our community. The money… Continue reading.
Supporting 4-H enrollment
For the ninth straight year, LaGrange County REMC is helping our 4-H families offset the cost of 4-H enrollment. The first 200 youth who enroll in LaGrange County 4-H by Jan. 15, and whose families are REMC electric customers, will have their 4-H program fee reimbursed by LaGrange County REMC. Upon enrolling and paying the… Continue reading.
Capital credits update
As a not-for-profit electric cooperative, LaGrange County REMC allocates any excess revenue above expenses (known as margins) back to our members and keeps an ongoing record of each member’s share of those margins — called capital credits. Your co-op uses the funds from capital credits to invest in the growth and upkeep of your REMC… Continue reading.
Call us BEFORE working
LaGrange County REMC installs a meter socket security seal when providing electric service. The meter socket security seal is in place to ensure that no one has removed the meter after it was installed by an REMC employee. The seal locks the enclosure to prevent accidental contact with the high voltage and to keep the… Continue reading.
Teaching safety
LaGrange County REMC Energy Advisor Jake Taylor recently shared an electrical safety presentation with Topeka Elementary and Meadowview Elementary School’s fourth graders. The cooperative joined the LaGrange County Sheriff’s Office, Topeka Police Department, Topeka Fire Department, DNR, LaGrange County Prosecutor’s Office and Parkview LaGrange Hospital for a Health and Safety Day to educate the students… Continue reading.
New phone option added
LaGrange County REMC has added another option to our phone menu. With our internet service up and running, we’ve added option 4 for internet technical support. This option is only for customers who currently have an issue with their internet service. If you are needing information about internet pricing, availability or other general internet questions,… Continue reading.