Orange County REMC
Orange County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Orleans, Indiana. As a cooperative, Orange 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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Employee news
Service achievement Congratulations to Chris Wessner for 34 years of service to Orange County REMC! New employee Welcome Merecedes Been who started on Oct. 13 as a Fiber Member Service Representative.
Space heater and electric blanket safety
Electric space heaters can help warm a room quickly. However, they can be as dangerous as convenient if used improperly. It’s important for everyone in the home to understand the importance of using space heaters safely: Many people also use electric blankets to keep warm during cold winter nights. Follow these safety tips for electric… Continue reading.
Hoosier Energy advances pollinator habitat conservation efforts
Hoosier Energy’s efforts to be a partner in conservation by creating healthy pollinator habitats continue to evolve. Three years after becoming the first generation and transmission cooperative to receive a Certificate of Inclusion for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Nationwide Candidate Conservation Agreement with Assurances (CCAA) for the monarch butterfly, and one year after… Continue reading.
It’s the season of giving
As the holiday season approaches and the air turns crisp, were reminded that this truly is the season of giving. Its a time for gratitude, generosity and looking out for one another and at Orange County REMC, thats something we take to heart year-round. Youve probably heard us talk about our Concern for Community. Its… Continue reading.
Take advantage of these 2026 youth programs
Students, mark your calendar for these great summer opportunities: Sixth grade students can apply to attend Camp Kilowatt June 3-6. High School juniors can apply for an all expenses paid trip to Washington, D. C., on the 2026 Youth Tour, June 14-21. Watch next months Indiana Connection for more information. Online applications are available at… Continue reading.
Nov. 11 is Veterans Day: Honoring all who served
BILLY CHASTAIN | U. S. Marine Corps, 20 years MICHAEL ROBERTS | United States Army, 5 years ZEKE ALLSTOTT | U. S. Marine Corps, 4 years DAMION GADDIS | U. S. Marine Corps, 6 Years
Statement of non-discrimination
Orange County Rural Electric Membership Corporation is the recipient of Federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). In accordance with Federal civil rights law and USDA civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discrimination based on… Continue reading.