At the end of each year, Southern Indiana Power calculates our operating margin, which is the amount our income exceeded our expenses during the year. We then allocate the operating margin as “capital credits” to each member based on the amount of electricity purchased throughout the year. When our board of directors determines it’s financially… Continue reading.
Tornadoes or other weather-related disasters often bring widespread power outages. Most electric utilities follow a similar methodical plan that ensures power is restored to the greatest number of people in the shortest amount of time in the safest manner possible. To do that, your co-op utilizes this priority system when line crews are working on… Continue reading.
Consumers with water, gas, and electricity connections have long been targets for utility scams. But in today’s digital world, every swipe and click increases the risk of potential scams. Scammers are more sophisticated than ever, and they understand our increasing reliance on technology. With their sharpened digital knives, scammers have adapted their tactics to trick… Continue reading.
A lot of people won’t plug in their new TV or toaster without reading the instruction book at least once. But many will move into a new home without understanding the electrical system that makes everything work. Would you know how to trip the main circuit if someone was being shocked at an outlet somewhere? … Continue reading.
Last month, the Miami Cass REMC Student Board planned and completed its first community service project. As a group, they put together a family movie night to raise awareness for suicide prevention awareness. Board members passed out flyers and goody bags and paid for popcorn and soda for all who attended the event. We are… Continue reading.
The annual Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C., which I recently attended, serves as an essential platform for sharing with our congressional delegation how decisions made in Washington impact the communities we serve. This necessity for political involvement is why cooperative leaders annually travel to the nation’s capital to engage with legislators. While there, we advocate… Continue reading.
This year’s scholarship recipients show how successful our students are across our service territory. Noble REMC is proud to be able to invest in the future of these three students who have worked hard to earn this award and others like it for their secondary education. Congratulations to the following seniors who earned $1,000 scholarships… Continue reading.
Celebrating his first year at Noble REMC this month, System Engineer Everett Stangland has already found his footing in the variety that the job brings. It’s his job to help maintain the reliability of our electric distribution. Stangland creates long-term strategies by analyzing data and also visits job sites to improve our equipment. A native… Continue reading.
Noble REMC loves visiting the agricultural operations on our lines, which contribute so much to our community. Recently, Energy Advisor Brian Hawk was happy to deliver three cash back rebates through our Power Moves® program to facilities that installed lighting and equipment or built with energy efficiency in mind. Eric Strater Farms received $2,660.60 in… Continue reading.
Noble REMC members’ contributions through our Operation Round Up grant program continue to make huge improvements and strides in our communities. Our latest disbursement awarded more than $23,000 and impacted 13 organizations and projects. The program’s mission to give back to the community wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of our members. With more than… Continue reading.
Some of my fondest summertime memories growing up were spending time at the lake. Our community has some amazing natural water resources that provide idyllic spots to swim, fish, boat, or just spend some time chilling out. In fact, they are so popular that many of you have a seasonal home or cottage on one… Continue reading.
LaGrange County REMC is proud to announce the recipients of our 2024 scholarships. We awarded three $1,000 scholarships to help students in our community further their education. To be eligible, the recipients’ parents or guardians must be members of LaGrange County REMC. Candidates were judged based on grade point average, a short autobiography, letters of… Continue reading.
