Southern Indiana Power and our power supplier, Hoosier Energy, have worked hard over the past several years to minimize volatility in your power costs. In addition, Southern Indiana Power continues to take steps to improve efficiency and control costs associated with delivering electricity to your homes and businesses. Energy costs have finally stabilized this year… Continue reading.
As a not-for-profit cooperative, any margins Kankakee Valley REMC earns over and above our expenses, maintenance, or capital improvements of our distribution system are returned to our member-consumers. This return is referred to as capital credits and is one of the tangible benefits of our commitment to prudent fiscal management and being a KV REMC… Continue reading.
Accounts for the following past Kankakee Valley REMC customers, whether individuals or businesses, have credit balances that were left when their electric service was disconnected. These customers were mailed checks for the balances, but the checks were returned or uncashed. If you recognize anyone on this list, please have him or her contact the KV… Continue reading.
It’s no secret that a lineworker’s job is tough and often done in challenging conditions. At the end of August when the temperatures registered over 100 degrees Fahrenheit, first-year apprentice Chris Chaplin and second-year apprentice Tim Morgart strapped on their tool belts and gaffs and took to the poles to participate in the Indiana Electric… Continue reading.
In today’s world, most of us don’t leave the front door unlocked. We protect our homes, loved ones and valuables from intruders with locks, alarms and other security measures. Cybersecurity is no different. It’s the practice of protecting other valuables, such as your identity, banking records and other sensitive information, from digital attacks and theft…. Continue reading.
Three linemen from Decatur County REMC competed at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held Aug. 24-25 in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. The linemen competed in events that test skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue and safely changing electric line hardware. A total… Continue reading.
The meeting was opened by Chairman Steve AmRhein, and Brian Scheidler kept the minutes of the meeting. All board members were present. Also present were CEO Brett Abplanalp and employees Matt Raver, Crystal Greathouse, Jeanne Loechle and Sam Ruf. Jason Barnhorst moved to approve the agenda. Dale Wernke seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously…. Continue reading.
A team of Noble REMC linemen competed at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held Aug. 24–25 in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. Linemen competed in events that tested skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue and safely changing electric line hardware. A total of… Continue reading.
Most people get interested in electrical engineering as they make their way through high school. Noble REMC CEO and President Ron Raypole learned firsthand working for a cabinet company (of all places) during college, when the owner asked him to help him wire a house. He started reading, learning and working with his hands —… Continue reading.
One works outdoors to maintain our lines; the other works in our office to plan for the future of our lines. Noble REMC welcomes Sawyer Yoder as our newest right-of-way crew member and Everett Stangland as our system engineer. Yoder, a resident of Columbia City, started at the co-op in May and has enjoyed being… Continue reading.
