Many Hoosier homeowners add a backup generator in case the power goes out during weather turbulence. Yet before severe weather arrives, homeowners should be sure to read and follow instructions in the manual that comes with the generator to ensure safe operation. There are some additional considerations that homeowners should particularly keep in mind with… Continue reading.

As spring approaches, many will begin outdoor projects and agriculture-related work that may require large vehicles and equipment. Before you start, I want to inform you about the dangers of overhead electric and communication cables. Overhead lines are everywhere and can pose a significant risk of injury or death should your equipment come in contact… Continue reading.

National Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 8. The Marshall County REMC staff and board would like to thank each of our linemen for their dedication to the cooperative and its members! 

WI-FI THERMOSTAT REBATE When everyone’s using electricity during the hottest days of the year, wholesale power supply costs can go up, and that can eventually cause higher costs for everyone. When you enroll in the PowerShift® Wi-Fi Thermostat Program, you agree to allow brief, small adjustments to your residential thermostat during times of peak electric… Continue reading.

April 15–19 is National Work Zone Awareness Week. Indiana law requires motorists to change lanes to move away from emergency vehicles and slow to 10 mph under the posted speed limit. Utility vehicles, police cars, fire trucks and ambulances are all emergency vehicles, so please give crews lots of room.

The next round of grants will be awarded at the end of the month. Charitable organizations within the Marshall County REMC Service territory are eligible to apply, but the organization does not have to be a member of Marshall County REMC. Applications are available at marshallremc.com. For more information, contact Arianna Thome, communications specialist, at… Continue reading.

Planning to save energy during severe weather can keep you comfortable while helping the environment — and even lead to savings in your wallet. People know the basic rules of supply and demand — price typically goes up when demand goes up. The same goes for electricity; wholesale electricity prices can soar when everyone runs… Continue reading.

I wanted to take a moment to explain the benefits of our Annual Meeting and why it’s important to our members and the cooperative. Marshall County REMC’s 85th Annual Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 2. This year’s meeting will be presented as a pre-recorded virtual meeting posted online for members to view at… Continue reading.

Dear member: The Annual Meeting of Marshall County Rural Electric Membership Corporation members will take place online. Cast your vote online or via mail-in ballot. Two directors will be elected. The candidates selected by the nominating committee are listed on page 29. Your director election packet will be mailed to you. Read the information to… Continue reading.

ONCE YOU HAVE YOUR DIRECTOR ELECTION PACKET, YOU CAN VOTE ONLINE OR MAIL IN YOUR BALLOT. Voting by mail Envelopes must be received no later than March 25. Please allow sufficient time for delivery. Voting online If you have problems voting online, please email support@directvote.net. Prize drawings ALL MEMBERS WHO VOTE WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN… Continue reading.

FEBRUARY 26 Online and mail-in voting opens MARCH 25 Online and mail-in voting closes APRIL 2 Annual Meeting video and voting results posted VIRTUAL ANNUAL MEETING Secretary’s report CEO report Election results