Instead of my normal monthly article, for several months we will be featuring each of our seven districts. Each one is a unique and special place to call home. We’ve also asked each board member from those districts to tell us a little about where they live and why they love being there. We hope… Continue reading.
Riding on the bus is a way of life for some 25 million students nationwide, so here are tips from the American School Bus Council to help keep children safe. At the bus stop Getting on/off the bus Riding the bus
A new school year often means a fresh set of supplies, a tech device upgrade and possibly some clothes — which can all put a serious dent in your wallet. Before you start shopping for your children, read through these pointers to help you save money on all things school-related. Make a list It’s simple… Continue reading.
Many children get nervous about new situations, including changing to a different school, classroom or teacher. Here are some ideas to help ensure that kids have as easy a transition back to class as possible. 1 Consider starting your child on their school sleep/wake schedule at least a week ahead of time so that waking… Continue reading.
While fireworks and Independence Day parades are synonymous with the Fourth of July, no such fanfare comes to mind when discussing energy efficiency. Perhaps it should. If you think about it, energy efficiency not only benefits individuals and families, but the country as a whole. Energy efficiency, combined with energy conservation and advances in technology… Continue reading.
The quickest way to lower your energy costs is to conserve. Here are some simple things you can do that will help you save energy this summer: Give your stove a rest. A microwave oven uses two-thirds less energy than your stove to cook and heat food. Other energy-savers: grilling outdoors or enjoying cold, healthy… Continue reading.
Cool air could escape from your home this summer through two spaces you probably don’t pay much attention to: the attic and the crawl space under the home. If your attic doesn’t have enough insulation it could let cool air out and hot, summer air in. Even though your home was probably built with plenty… Continue reading.
“We’re here to serve you.” These words may sound generic, but to us — your local electric cooperative — they mean everything. Miami-Cass REMC was created to serve our community. Back in the day, neighbors banded together and formed our co-op to bring electricity to an area where there was none. That mission-focused heritage is… Continue reading.
METAL-COATED BALLOONS, OR MYLARS, CAN CAUSE POWER OUTAGES AND POSE A PUBLIC SAFETY RISK. The metallic coating can conduct electricity, and can cause a short circuit or power surge when in contact with power lines. This can lead to large-scale power outages, melting of electrical wires, and fires, leading to possible injuries and property damage…. Continue reading.
“We’re here to serve you.” We’ve all heard this phrase countless times. These words may sound generic, but to us — your local electric cooperative — they mean everything. LaGrange County REMC was created to serve our community. Back in the day, neighbors banded together and formed our co-op for the common good. In our… Continue reading.
Thanks to all our members and guests who joined us for the LaGrange County REMC Annual Meeting that was held virtually on June 9. For those who couldn’t attend online, you can view the meeting on our Facebook page. Board President Roger Domer explained the voting process that concluded on June 8. For the fourth… Continue reading.
