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 you drive past the gas station on your way to work, you spot the great price for regular unleaded. You are a little tight on time this morning, so you make a mental note to fill your tank on the way home. But as you pull into the station eight hours later, you are… Continue reading.
Since the early 2000s, Kankakee Valley REMC has used an automated metering infrastructure (AMI). In 2022, we began upgrading to a new generation of these meters, completing the deployment last year. AMI enables two-way communication between the meter and the KV REMC office. Unlike previous meters, which required manual reading, the new technology automatically collects… Continue reading.
KV REMC crews are dedicated to ensuring your electric supply’s safety and reliability for residential and commercial needs. Here is what is happening this month: LINE CONSTRUCTION Our contracted crews are embarking on phase two of a project spanning multiple months in Kouts and Walkerton. This initiative aims to support the resilience of the electric… Continue reading.
Get your ticket to save on admission at the county fair! Kankakee Valley REMC has teamed up again this year with the local fairs to offer our membership a special admission discount. All you need to do is show your KV REMC electric bill at the gate. Stop by the KV REMC booth on the… Continue reading.
Investing in the future of our youth has always been a core mission of KV REMC. For the past 17 years, we have proudly partnered with the Scripps National Spelling Bee to give local students the opportunity to compete on the national stage. This year’s representative, Nolan Roule an eighth grader at St. Johns Lutheran… Continue reading.
Power lines crisscross our countryside, bringing the benefits of electricity. But storms or accidents can knock them from their perch and put them on the ground or within reach. Just because they’re down doesn’t mean they’re dead. “Keeping your distance from downed power lines and knowing what to do if you see one are the… Continue reading.
Rebate applications and qualifications available at harrisonremc.com HVAC TUNE-UP REBATE Receive a 50% rebate on a qualifying HVAC tune-up cost. The total rebate may not exceed $50. It’s time to schedule your annual pre-season heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment (HVAC) check-up with a licensed HVAC contractor to ensure your system is operating efficiently. Tune-ups… Continue reading.
Congratulations to the 2024 scholarship recipients and the Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., participants. Harrison REMC is very proud of you and your accomplishments! Thank you for being great ambassadors of the co-op!
In 2024, we are focused on service excellence. We recognize that service excellence is a journey — an ongoing endeavor — and we want to adapt to meet our members’ expectations. That’s why we conducted a member satisfaction survey this past spring. We are very appreciative of the 1,102 members who shared their feedback, providing… Continue reading.
We typically think about weatherizing our homes during winter when standing next to a chilly window or a drafty exterior door. But weatherizing your home provides comfort and energy savings year-round, especially during summer when your air conditioner is working overtime. According to energystar.gov, a home with insufficient insulation and air leaks wastes more than… Continue reading.
