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.
Have you signed up for Smart Hub? Smart Hub includes many features that allow you to keep track of your electric use and manage your accounts online and on the go. Account Management at your Fingertips SmartHub lets you manage all aspects of your BCREMC account online or with your mobile device. Creating a SmartHub… Continue reading.
Applications are being accepted for the Bartholomew County REMC – Alex Barkes Memoral Scholarship. This scholarship is administered by the Heritage Fund — the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County. This fund was established by Bartholomew County REMC in memory of Alex Barkes. Barkes was Bartholomew County REMC’s network administrator. He exhibited a strong work ethic… Continue reading.
The lightbulb has undergone relatively few changes since it was introduced in the late 1870s. But new technology is finally here and is very affordable. LEDs are available in an array of light “color temperatures” like warm white, soft white and bright white. (Color temperature is measured in kelvins. An LED bulb with a light… Continue reading.
Members of Steuben County REMC recently awarded $18,000 to two local organizations through the cooperative’s Operation Round Up fund. Over 75% of our members round up their electric bills to the nearest dollar. The average contribution by a member per year is $6 with a max contribution of $11.88. These pennies donated by members like… Continue reading.
Dec. 7: Jennifer Patterson, member services representative/accounts payable (5th) Dec. 28: Sarah Zydiak, engineering assistant/GIS coordinator (3rd)
In 1895, it cost $300 (or $2,000 today) to light a single Christmas tree. True or False? ANSWER: True
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Jen Patterson was hired by Steuben County REMC five years ago. She started as a member service representative (MSR) and now works in accounts payable in addition to being an MSR. “I get to work for a great co-op with good people,” Patterson said. Patterson is from Fremont and Fort Wayne. She and her husband,… Continue reading.
Bring us your live Christmas trees starting Dec. 26 throughout winter, and we will recycle them for you for free.
