Marshall County REMC
Marshall County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Plymouth, Indiana. As a cooperative, Marshall 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 on their electronic devices.
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4-H Electric program winners
Division 1 Champion: Brooke Kitch Reserve Champion: Mason Selner Division 2 Champion: Reed Selner Reserve Champion: Anthony Padilla Division 3 Champion: Samantha Middaugh Reserve Champion: Carter Filson Division 4 Champion: Cassidy Riddle Junior Grand Champion: Samantha Middaugh Junior Reserve Grand Champion: Brooke Kitch Advanced Electric Champion: Samantha Poisel Reserve Champion: Cameron Riddle Advanced Electronics Champion:… Continue reading.
Local students participate in youth programs
2018 Touchstone Energy Camp Marshall County REMC sponsored five local students to attend the annual Touchstone Energy Camp at Camp Tecumseh in Brookston June 6-9. Students enjoyed rock climbing, swimming, horseback riding, bucket truck rides and much more. In addition, students learned about the role of electric cooperatives and renewable energy. … Continue reading.
New smart technology can save you energy – and money
As technology transforms the way we live, appliances have evolved as well. New smart, internet-enabled appliances keep you comfortable, while other upgrades also reduce your energy use to save you money. As more internet-enabled technology becomes available, it’s important to see how these devices’ energy use compares to your current equipment. Different appliances will vary… Continue reading.
Microgrids: electricity’s future?
Tourists visiting Alcatraz learn about the island’s prison history under light bulbs energized by the high-tech future — one of the nation’s largest microgrids, which powers the site. Microgrids are localized energy grids that can operate independently. As new energy sources power more of the nation’s towns and cities, new technologies ensure that these sources… Continue reading.
Distracted driving
Would you drive on a highway blindfolded? Of course not. However, if you text while driving 55 mph on a highway, you are essentially doing just that. Five seconds is the average time your eyes are off the road while texting. When traveling at 55 mph, that’s like driving the length of a football field… Continue reading.
Danger in the sky
When should activities be stopped during storms? If you see lightning. The ability to see lightning varies depending on the time of day, weather conditions, and obstructions such as trees, mountains, etc. In clear air, and especially at night, lightning can be seen from storms more than 10 miles away if obstructions do not limit… Continue reading.
Proudly sponsoring Honor Flight
This photo honors the veterans who participated in Honor Flight #28 to Washington, D.C., in May. For more information on the Honor Flight program, upcoming trip schedules, veteran applications and guidelines, or to donate, please visit www.hfnei.org.