Have you ever connected to Wi-Fi and noticed it was painfully slow, only to switch to another device on the same network and find the speed dramatically better? This difference in speed can often be attributed to the Wi-Fi card in each device. The Wi-Fi card is the final component in a long equipment chain… Continue reading.
Steuben County REMC is joining 30,000 cooperatives nationwide in October to celebrate National Co-op Month, which recognizes the many ways cooperatives are committed to strengthening the local communities they serve. “Co-ops Commit” is the theme for this year’s celebration, spotlighting the countless ways cooperatives meet the needs of their members and communities. “Our cooperative… Continue reading.
The culmination of a season of hard work is an exciting, but exhausting time. The rush to harvest can also yield tragic outcomes. Each year, dozens of farm workers are killed, and hundreds are injured in accidents involving power lines and electrical equipment. “Things people see every day can fade from view, and in the… Continue reading.
Brand new, never-been-used 2017 Chevy 8 foot truck bed take off. Single rear wheel. No camera, electrical or tail lights. For more information, call Brett at Steuben County REMC at 260-665-3563 during regular business hours (7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
Jerry Applegate is Working for You. This summer, Jerry was promoted to a Foreman from his previous position as a Lineman. Jerry has been with Clark County REMC for 11 ½ years, but has been an experienced lineman since 1997. When asked he stated, “The challenge of the work and storm restoration are what I enjoy… Continue reading.
There is a lot of great advice on how to be more energy efficient — using ENERGY STAR®-rated LEDs and appliances, for example. But then there’s the not so great advice: the misinformation, mistakes and myths that could lead you astray. Here are a few of the most common myths — and the truths that… Continue reading.
Think before you post that sign! Staples, nails and tacks used to hang signs and fliers create dangerous obstacles for electric lineworkers. Their jobs are dangerous enough … help us keep them safe!
Garrett Gerdeman comes to PPEC from the Pandora, Ohio area. Prior to joining the PPEC family, Gerdeman worked at Vaughn Industries. He says he’s looking forward to growing as a person and expanding his line skills. In his spare time, he enjoys boating or water skiing and spending time with his family. He is currently… Continue reading.
PPEC employees and their families had a great time walking in the John Paulding Days Parade. They held signs that represents who and what PPEC is as a co-op to our members. Showing support and concern for our community is one of the many things that PPEC takes pride in. The John Paulding Days Parade… Continue reading.
The history of electric cooperatives has always meant more than just bringing electricity to the homes and businesses of rural America. Electric cooperatives were formed to bring hope, prosperity, and community support to rural America. When electricity was first brought to the homes and farms, it was the electric cooperatives that provided assistance, support, and… Continue reading.
If you didn’t get the chance to go to Rodeo Night at the Paulding County Fair back in June, you missed out on a great night filled with bucking bulls, barrel races, rain, excitement, tears of joy, and many other powerful emotions. Rodeo Night’s goal was to raise funds for Conquer Childhood Cancer Now (CCCN)…. Continue reading.
Clark County REMC welcomed Amy Tewell in April as the new member services specialist. Born and raised in rural Harrison County, she resides in Jeffersonville. It was a big adjustment to go from rural Lanesville to city life, but she enjoys the atmosphere where she lives now. Amy and husband John recently celebrated eight years… Continue reading.
