Instead of my normal monthly article, for several months we will be featuring each of our seven districts. Each one is a unique and special place to call home. We’ve also asked each board member from those districts to tell us a little about where they live and why they love being there. We hope… Continue reading.
As I’ve noted in my past columns, the energy industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation as consumer demand for more renewable energy sources grows, and innovation and technology continue to advance exponentially. In your summer travels, you may have noticed fields of solar panels, along with an increase in solar panels on your neighbors’ roofs…. Continue reading.
We had a fantastic annual member drive-thru event and virtual annual meeting! Thanks to everyone who came and celebrated our cooperative with us! We had a total of 512 registered members, 1,440 votes cast with a participation rate of 21.5%. Board of directors election results District 5 – Brian Scheidler District 6 – Dale Wernke… Continue reading.
The meeting was opened by Chairman Michael Brelage. Brian Scheidler kept the minutes of the meeting. All board members were present. Also present was CEO Brett Abplanalp, and employees Rachel Sullivan and Crystal Greathouse. Upon motion made by Steve AmRhein, seconded by Dale Wernke, and carried, the agenda was approved. Annual Meeting Rachel Sullivan presented… Continue reading.
Now that summer is in full swing, like many of you, I welcome more opportunities to be outdoors and enjoy the warmer weather. Summertime brings many of my favorite activities like cooking out with family and friends, afternoons on the water and simply slowing down a bit to enjoy life. But summer months also… Continue reading.
Are you thinking about installing solar at your home or business? Not every home in the Midwest is optimal for solar panels, so how do you determine if yours is? Solar panels should be installed in the right direction and angle to capture the sun’s rays for the longest period of time during the day… Continue reading.
River Valley Humane Society is providing affordable convenient spay/neuter options for Harrison County residents. These services are made possible by a Harrison County Community Foundation grant awarded to River Valley Humane Society and by the Harrison County Spay/Neuter Assistance Voucher Program. Those who are caring for dogs and cats are encouraged to contact… Continue reading.
During the severely sweltering summer, planning ahead to save energy can keep you cool while helping the environment — and even get you some green back! People know the basic rules of supply and demand — when demand goes up, the price typically goes up. The same goes for electricity: when businesses are operating and… Continue reading.
When Curt Durnil joined Hoosier Energy in November 2020 as its communications coordinator, media and public relations, he brought with him a solid public service background — just in a different field. For the past 26 years, he was the Indiana State Police’s public information officer. Indiana Connection sat down with Durnil to learn more… Continue reading.
Boone County is a mecca for BBQ and is home to four BBQ restaurants that bring customers to their doors as a destination spot. The Rusted Silo Southern BBQ & Brew House in Lizton, Indiana, is a family-owned establishment that features rotating entrees, like the prime rib, as well as BBQ standards, like ribs. Fresh… Continue reading.
