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In the quiet hours before dawn breaks, while many people are still tucked in our beds, lineworkers begin their day, often clad in flame-resistant clothing, safety goggles, rubber gloves, and thick, heavy boots. They are the individuals who epitomize dedication to service in its purest form. As we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on April 18, this… Continue reading.
Counted seven board members present. Miami-Cass REMC attorney Jeremy Fetty also attended via teleconference. WVPA board report was given by Jim Savage. IEC board report was given by Mark Hahn Monthly legal report was given by Fetty. Rob Schwartz presented the monthly CEO report. Minutes from the previous board meeting were approved. January monthly operating,… Continue reading.
LaGrange County REMC Annual Meeting Saturday, June 9 Board of directors election, food, entertainment and more! LaGrange County REMC 1995 E. U.S. 20 LaGrange
Your phone rings. You glance at the caller ID, and it shows the call is coming from LaGrange County REMC. When you pick up the phone, the caller identifies himself as an REMC employee and says you have an overdue bill, and if you don’t pay it immediately, your power will be cut off. Don’t… Continue reading.
As April arrives, it brings with it showers that produce spring flowers. It also heralds spring storm season, which can include power outages. While LaGrange County REMC strives to provide reliable electricity to our members, there are times when Mother Nature has other plans. Most of us can ride out a storm from the comfort… Continue reading.
Sherryl Rhinesmith, manager of the shared communications and marketing department of LaGrange County and Noble REMCs, is saying goodbye to those she considers family. “Working with all the people here is absolutely awesome. We’re a family. I’ve been blessed with, not just one, but two co-op families,” Rhinesmith said. “Both LaGrange County and Noble REMCs… Continue reading.
Cole Howe has joined the LaGrange County REMC team as a tree trimmer and groundman. Howe is a graduate of Prairie Heights High School and earned his associate degree in agricultural diesel mechanics from the University of Northwest Ohio in 2015. He most recently worked at the Jayco factory in Middlebury. Residing in the Stroh-Hudson… Continue reading.
On April 22, the world celebrates Earth Day by educating the public about ecological issues and by taking part in local projects to improve the environment. In honor of that annual initiative, LaGrange County REMC would like to remind our members about alternative energy programs that are available to them throughout the year. LaGrange County… Continue reading.
With the retirement of Sherryl Rhinesmith (see story on page 7), the staff of the shared communications and marketing team of LaGrange County and Noble REMCs have changed titles and added a new member. Kevin Dreibelbis, with 25 years of experience in cooperative communications, will now lead the team as the communications and marketing manager…. Continue reading.
Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 9, and we’d like to extend our appreciation to the LaGrange County REMC lineworkers who work around the clock to make sure members’ power stays flowing. Front row, from left, are Nate Yoder, crew leader/journeyman lineman; Delmar Bontrager, crew leader/journeyman lineman; and Cole Howe, tree trimmer/groundman. Back row, from left,… Continue reading.
Happy spring! I cannot believe it is April, and I have already celebrated my first year here at Decatur County REMC. The first year was one of learning, understanding, and developing a focus. In starting this journey, I made commitments to the board and members and am pleased to say that, with the help of… Continue reading.