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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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Your chance to win $50!

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Posted on Jul 30, 2018 in Orange County REMC

Orange County REMC members who pay their electric bills using any of the following automated systems will be entered in a drawing to win $50. Eligible payment methods include: Online at www.myremc.coop Bank draft IVR (by calling 855-865-2229) Recurring credit or debit card Congratulations to last quarter’s winner — Paul and Candice Byrn of Paoli!

Member says ‘thank you’

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Posted on Jul 30, 2018 in Orange County REMC

Last month, Orange County REMC received this kind note from member Charles Carr: Last week, my wife, Connie, was going to work. She must work to buy the medicine that I require since my stroke in 2013. Connie experienced a flat tire on our 2001 Volvo while driving on State Hwy. 37 E. With me… Continue reading.

Review of the 2018 Annual Meeting

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Posted on Jul 30, 2018 in Orange County REMC

Director elections, entertainment by Kirby Stailey, briefings from the directors and employees of Orange County REMC and drawings for door prizes were on the agenda for the cooperative’s annual meeting on June 8. Nearly 800 people attended the meeting at Paoli Junior-Senior High School. The feedback we continue to get on the venue is overwhelming… Continue reading.

Shining light on a renewable resource

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Posted on Jun 25, 2018 in A Co-op Perspective, Clark County REMC, Decatur County REMC, Harrison REMC, Orange County REMC, Southern Indiana Power

Member cooperatives throughout central and southern Indiana are now gathering energy from ten 1-megawatt solar arrays.  Collectively, the 10 solar sites provide approximately 20 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) of energy annually. This is equivalent to powering 30,400 refrigerators for a year. These solar arrays contribute to Hoosier Energy’s target of supplying 10 percent of member energy… Continue reading.

REMC welcomes new employee

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Posted on Jun 25, 2018 in Orange County REMC

Orange County REMC would like to introduce Jason Cook. He started working as an apprentice lineman on March 26. He will start his lineman apprenticeship this fall. Cook was raised in Orange County and is a graduate of Paoli High School. He and his wife, Jenny, reside in Paoli with their daughter, Lily. His hobbies… Continue reading.

Orange County fiber

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Posted on Jun 25, 2018 in Orange County REMC

I am excited to announce that at the May board meeting, your Orange County REMC board of directors made the difficult, yet strategic, decision to provide high-speed broadband services to our members. Several factors were taken into consideration, such as enhancing the quality of life, business and agribusiness needs; keeping our communities economically viable; and… Continue reading.

Your house may be losing money

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Posted on Jun 25, 2018 in Orange County REMC

Did you know that if you contracted a company to do an comprehensive audit of your home’s energy use, including a blower door test, it would likely cost you $350 plus travel expenses for the technician? Orange County REMC offers this service to our members for FREE! An energy audit can meet different needs. What… Continue reading.

Patriotism in action

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Posted on Jun 25, 2018 in Orange County REMC

According to Merriam-Webster’s dictionary, patriotism is “the love for or devotion to one’s country.” Perhaps no other day of the year evokes such a sense of patriotism than Independence Day. With flags rippling in the wind — red, white and blue bunting adorning porches, store fronts, local parades and marching bands on display, it’s easy… Continue reading.

Were you a member in 1960?

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Posted on May 31, 2018 in Orange County REMC

The Orange County REMC board of directors has declared that the capital credits that were allocated to members for the year of 1960 are eligible for retirement. Payments are scheduled to begin this month. Members and heirs of members who had electric service from Orange County REMC in 1960 are eligible to file claims. This… Continue reading.

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