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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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Spraying for safety and reliability

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Posted on Apr 28, 2019 in LaGrange County REMC

The rapid growth of foliage with rising spring temperatures can cause real problems for electric cooperatives like LaGrange County REMC. Years of experience and study have proven the safest and most efficient way to maintain power line rights-of-way is through careful use of herbicides.  Controlling more than 600 miles of lines and poles from high-growth… Continue reading.

Earn the Save

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Posted on Mar 27, 2019 in A Co-op Perspective, Heartland REMC, Kankakee Valley REMC, LaGrange County REMC, Marshall County REMC, Noble REMC, Steuben County REMC

As any good baseball team brings in a new pitcher in crunch time to close out the game, you also can make upgrades to your home to improve its energy performance when and where it counts to earn the save! Many options are available that can improve your home’s comfort while reducing long-term energy use… Continue reading.

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Thank you, lineworkers!

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Posted on Mar 26, 2019 in LaGrange County REMC

National studies consistently rank power line installers and repairers among the most dangerous jobs in the country, and for good reason. Laboring high in the air wearing bulky safety gear and working directly with high voltage creates the perfect storm of a dangerous and unforgiving profession. But electric lineworkers are up to the task. These… Continue reading.

Enjoying the ’View

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Posted on Mar 26, 2019 in LaGrange County REMC

Most people know upgrading your lighting fixtures to LEDs is a simple way to become more energy efficient. When it’s done throughout an entire elementary school, not to mention the largest in the district, it adds up to a lot of future savings, as well as an immediate cash rebate. Meadowview Elementary School, part of… Continue reading.

Do you have a joint membership?

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Posted on Mar 26, 2019 in LaGrange County REMC

Becky calls her electric cooperative, LaGrange County REMC, to ask a simple question: How much do I owe on my account? Unfortunately, her name isn’t on the account. Her husband, John, is the account holder, and because of this, our customer service representatives are unable to provide her any information. In following our privacy policy… Continue reading.

Meet your meter

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Posted on Mar 26, 2019 in LaGrange County REMC

LaGrange County REMC began the transition to advanced metering more than 15 years ago, but myths continue to circulate about its technology and use. LaGrange County REMC Meter Technician Gary Grogg is here to dispel these ideas. Among the biggest misconceptions are that these meters cause harm through the radio frequency they use; data is… Continue reading.

See you at your annual meeting!

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Posted on Feb 26, 2019 in LaGrange County REMC

Do you know why the cooperative holds an annual meeting each year? It gives you the opportunity to vote for your board of directors, hear important financial information and, of course, register for great door prizes! LaGrange County REMC’s annual meeting is a community gathering where members can meet new neighbors or catch up with… Continue reading.

Why is my winter electric bill higher?

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Posted on Feb 26, 2019 in LaGrange County REMC

As a reminder, coming out of the colder, winter months, your monthly bill is largely determined by the amount of energy you use. In colder weather, your heating system works much harder to keep your home comfortable. That’s especially true in sub-zero temperatures like those that brought the community to a standstill in January, which… Continue reading.

Bontrager appointed to board

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Posted on Feb 26, 2019 in LaGrange County REMC

Members will see a friendly, and maybe familiar, face in the District 3 seat of the LaGrange County REMC Board of Directors. The board recently appointed Tony Bontrager, a lifelong resident of LaGrange County and the former director of finance at Westview School Corporation, to the position. Bontrager will fill the seat left vacant with… Continue reading.

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