Modern farming often relies on data and equipment with GPS and auto-guidance systems. However, even with these modern conveniences, farm workers must remain vigilant. That’s because farming is considered one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States. Massive machinery is indispensable to farming, but the same impressive size, height, and extensions make them… Continue reading.
Fall is a good time to schedule a tune-up for your heating system. Home heating accounts for a large portion of winter energy bills, and no matter what kind of system you have, you can save energy and money by regularly maintaining your equipment. Proper equipment maintenance and upgrades, combined with recommended insulation, air sealing,… Continue reading.
Because transparency is a core value of electric cooperatives, we have a responsibility to tell you about not only our successes but also our challenges. In May, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a rule that impacts energy production from power plants. The power plant rule will challenge access to reliable electricity for communities… Continue reading.
With SmartHub, our member-facing account management tool, you can control which notifications you receive and how. The newest option available is payment reminders. You can decide how many days prior to your bill due date you would like to receive a reminder and whether you want an email or a text message. This can help… Continue reading.
If you currently own an electric vehicle or purchase one, please let us know so we can better serve you. As more members buy EVs, it’s helpful to know where they’re located in our area so we can ensure we have the necessary infrastructure in place to meet charging needs and provide reliable power to… Continue reading.
Before conducting home energy audits as LaGrange County REMC’s Energy Advisor, Jake Taylor was involved in building houses — from breaking ground to handing the keys to the new homeowner. He also taught a trades class to many of the young builders working on them and showed them the potential of a career. Taylor spent… Continue reading.
South Central Indiana REMC (SCI) hosted a one-day Energy Explorers Camp for students in grades four through six, while Henry County REMC hosted a full-week Summer Cooperative Camp for high school students. While the camps are still coming of age, being in their third and sixth years, respectively, they are finding a way to raise… Continue reading.
You don’t have to take out a loan to liven up your living space. These simple DIY ideas and projects can make a big impression without breaking the bank — and deliver extra appeal to potential homebuyers. Bright and connected Bring some dimension to your kitchen with under-cabinet lighting. A three-pack of surface-mounted LED puck… Continue reading.
A flickering light during a thunderstorm may be the first time people think about their electric service. Fortunately, that flickering light can be a sign that the energy grid is performing as designed — minimizing service disruption to families and businesses. Few people think about electricity until an outage occurs. Fortunately, many people at your… Continue reading.
Healthy eating is essential at every age. Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives. When deciding what to eat or drink, choose options full of nutrients and limited in added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium. Here are some tips for a healthier diet from the U.S. Department… Continue reading.
Physical activity is a great way to gain substantial health benefits and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Remember, being active is one of the most important things you can do each day to maintain and improve health, so try to make exercise a priority. Try these tips from the National Institute on Aging to help you… Continue reading.
Research has shown that it’s important to get all four types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. Each one has different benefits. Doing one kind can also improve your ability to do the others, and variety helps reduce boredom and the risk of injury. Here are the basics on the four types of exercise… Continue reading.
One of the things I like most about my job is getting the opportunity to meet new people. I have met some interesting people in my short time at Indiana Connection, and Elaine Smith, profiled in our September feature, is no exception. Elaine and her husband, Tom, came to our office so we could take… Continue reading.
