You’ve likely heard the phrase, “‘Tis better to give than to receive.” And this time of year is a wonderful opportunity to benefit your community (and Concern for Community is one of our guiding Cooperative Principles!). Here are a few ways you can have a meaningful impact this December: Volunteer your skills or strengths. Everyone… Continue reading.

Petitions are now available for professional, dedicated individuals wanting to serve fellow members as part of the REMC board in District 3 (Fremont and Clear Lake townships), District 6 (Scott and York townships) and District 7 (Salem Township). If you reside in one of these townships and are interested in running for election, please contact… Continue reading.

As part of our capital credit retirement, members whose accounts were active from 2009-2010 and have a current active account will see a bill credit on their statements in late November or early December. That means no more getting lost in the mail, no more trips to the bank, no more lost or forgotten checks;… Continue reading.

Hoosiers feed the Hungry for “Meat” the need. Mt. Zion Church for Luke 3:11 coat bank. The Vine Early Learning Center for its outdoor learning center Next quarter deadline: Dec. 31. Apply at www.steubenfoundation.org.

CAMP KILOWATT | JUNE 8–11 A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. The camp takes place in early June and gives kids a chance to learn about energy while making new friends and enjoying activities and games.  This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rock climbing, swimming, and much… Continue reading.

Clearing trees and overgrown vegetation is vital to provide safe, reliable power to our consumer-members. We clear certain areas in our service territory, known as rights-of-way, to: Keep power lines clear of tree limbs. Restore power more quickly. Keep crews and members of our community safe. Reduce unexpected costs for repairs. Vegetation management improves service… Continue reading.

Have questions about energy efficiency, renewable energy or energy resources needed to expand or start your business? Call us at 260-665-3563. We’re here to support all of your energy-related projects. After all, co-ops were built by consumers like you and still exist today for the sole purpose of serving in your community.

Nov. 6: David Van Aken, system engineer (15th)

Test your knowledge of electrical equipment near or around the house!  This reduces high-voltage electricity to a lower voltage needed for the underground wires supplying power to homes. What is it? Answer: The correct answer is a pad-mount transformer box! Not all transformers are located on poles — some are on the ground in the… Continue reading.

Mark you calendar for these upcoming events and deadlines. Office Closed for Thanksgiving: Nov. 25–26 Operation Round Up Application Deadline: Dec. 24 2022 Annual Meeting: June 11

This holiday season you’ll probably see lots of advertising for “smart” home this and “smart” home that. Commercials will highlight gadgets that make your life better because they make your home so dang smart. Rather than make promises about how “smart” these devices are, let’s talk about how they can be more helpful in your… Continue reading.

Overhead is not the only place electric power lines cross our yards or bring electric service to the house. In many neighborhoods, buried power lines have become the norm. While this means there are no poles and wires running overhead to worry about, they still require special consideration: Underground power lines require those green boxes,… Continue reading.