February 2024
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Junior Board visits the Statehouse
The Kankakee Valley REMC Junior Board of Directors program offers high school juniors exciting opportunities to connect with community leaders and gain a real-world perspective on leadership. Recently, the Junior Board had an unforgettable visit to the Indiana Statehouse, where they dove straight into the heart of the legislative process. The students kicked off their… Continue reading.
Junior Board supports Women’s Care Center with community service project
As part of the Junior Board of Directors program, students are required to complete a community service project to successfully finish the program. This year, they have chosen to support the Women’s Care Center in Plymouth and LaPorte by creating layette care packages for newborns in need. The students are seeking donations from the community… Continue reading.
Tree trimming: Where crews are working
Tree trimming maintenance is a year-round program to provide you with safe and reliable electricity. Trimming back trees decreases outages caused by fallen tree limbs during storms and high winds. Our contract crews are trimming in the following townships: PORTER COUNTY: Portions of Jackson and Liberty Townships LAPORTE COUNTY: Portions of New Durham, Clinton, Cass,… Continue reading.
Quiz Corner
Welcome to our Quiz Corner! Each month, we will ask three questions from the Kankakee Valley REMC articles in Indiana Connection magazine. Answer the questions and you could win a bill credit prize! To enter the monthly contest, visit https://www.kvremc.com/about-us/news-events/quiz-corner.
Eat chicken in Millhousen — bock bock!
Stone’s Family Restaurant has been a Millhousen institution since the 1860s. Stone’s Family Restaurant is a cherished, family-owned establishment that has made the community feel at home since the 1860s. Whether it’s the delicious fried chicken, homemade pies, or personal service, Stone’s never fails to make customers and staff feel valued. A longtime employee shared,… Continue reading.
Summary of December’s board meeting
Chairman Steve AmRhein called the regular meeting of the Decatur County REMC Board of Directors to order at 5:30 p.m. Steve Nobbe recorded the minutes. All board members and CEO Brett Abplanalp were present. Approval of agendaJason Barnhorst moved to approve the agenda. Brian Scheidler seconded the motion, which was approved unanimously. Safety minute and… Continue reading.
Celebrating our 4,000th broadband customer
At LaGrange County REMC, we’re thrilled to announce a major milestone in our mission to provide fast, reliable, and affordable broadband service to our rural community. With the successful connection of our 4,000th broadband customer, we’re more committed than ever to bridging the digital divide and empowering our residents, schools, businesses, and farms with the… Continue reading.
Troyer retires after two decades of service
LaGrange County REMC bids farewell to one of its most dedicated and respected team members, Randy Troyer, who retired in January after a remarkable career as the cooperative’s technical services manager. His retirement marks the end of an era for the utility, as he has played a vital role in the organization’s growth and success… Continue reading.
Apply for our 2025 scholarships
LaGrange County REMC continuously looks for ways to support our community. That’s why each year we assist our young members in their pursuit of higher education by awarding scholarships to our graduating seniors. Each year, LaGrange County REMC awards three $1,000 scholarships to help area students further their education at an accredited college or trade… Continue reading.