Electronic and mobile devices, TVs, computers and gaming stations have become ubiquitous fixtures in our homes, particularly those with children. Consumer electronics — coupled with the proliferation of smart home appliances, technology and electric vehicles — have slowly but steadily changed our homes and lifestyles.  This ever-connected world is the modern environment in which children… Continue reading.

“I’m going to miss the people. When you spend more time with the people you work with than your own family, they become like family,” Lee McNall said when asked what he would miss the most after retiring from LaGrange County REMC. McNall clocked out for the last time on Jan. 7, after a 32-year… Continue reading.

If you’ve been looking for a way to become more involved in the cooperative and, in turn, your community, now is the time to make your voice heard. Pick up a petition to run for a seat on our board of directors. Prior to this year’s LaGrange County REMC Annual Meeting on June 10, members… Continue reading.

LaGrange County REMC has welcomed three new employees to the REMC team. All joined the co-op this past November. Kelsey Younce joined the co-op as the human resources/executive assistant in November. She graduated from Western Governors University in July 2020 with a human resources management degree. She spent a year working for the Purdue Extension… Continue reading.

Kelly and Edwina Payne, pictured above, recently completed the construction of their Power Moves home on Dallas Lake. The Paynes’ home achieved a score of 45 which makes it 55% more efficient and qualified them to receive additional money on top of their equipment rebates. The couple was able to achieve this number by utilizing… Continue reading.

Camp Kilowatt | June 8–11 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.

It now pays more than ever – literally – to consider installing a closed loop geothermal system to heat and cool your home. The Power Moves® rebate for closed loop geothermal systems has increased to $2,000 for 2022. The rebate is for closed loop geothermal heat pumps installed in new homes or in existing homes… Continue reading.

As I’ve noted before in my past columns, the energy industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation as consumer demand for renewable energy sources grows, and innovation and technology continue to advance exponentially. You’re likely witnessing this energy evolution first-hand.  In driving across the region, you may have noticed fields of solar panels owned by WVPA… Continue reading.

LaGrange County REMC received a $1.63 million grant from the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) to expand the current fiber broadband project to include an additional 1,204 unserved homes and businesses in LaGrange County. RDOF is an FCC initiative to help fund broadband deployment in unserved and underserved areas in rural… Continue reading.

LaGrange County REMC apprentice lineman Colton Feller has completed the Rural Electric Apprenticeship Program (REAP) and became a journeyman lineman this month. REAP is a four-year program through Indiana Electric Cooperatives, our statewide service organization. The program consists of 576 hours of classroom and skills instruction as well as 8,000 hours of on-the-job training. Upon… Continue reading.

LaGrange County REMC recently welcomed two tree-trimmers/groundmen to its team: Jeff Patrick and Cole Harmes. Patrick joined the co-op on Oct. 25 after working at Jayco for three years. He revealed that there is a lot to learn on the electric distribution system but has loved working with the guys. “It’s a great work environment,”… Continue reading.

For every five years of service, employees and directors are recognized for their commitment to serving the members of LaGrange County REMC. In November, the co-op celebrated five individuals for their service. Pictured, from left, Director Shane Rasler, 5 years; Amanda Prough, 5 years; Gerald Young, 35 years; Colton Feller, 5 years; and Michael Peterson,… Continue reading.