At the end of each year, Southern Indiana Power calculates our operating margin, which is the amount our income exceeded our expenses during the year. We then allocate the operating margin as “capital credits” to each member based on the amount of electricity purchased throughout the year. When our board of directors determines it’s financially… Continue reading.
Harrison REMC is offering an opportunity for children to visit with Santa on Wednesday, Dec. 11, from 3:30–6:30 p.m. A photographer will be on hand to capture each child’s time with Santa. A photo of each child will be available at no charge, and parents can also bring a camera to take their own photo…. Continue reading.
Jim Love flies drones all over Boone REMC’s territory and beyond. The robotic manager and herbicide specialist helps farmers troubleshoot issues they are having with crops. Drones allow him to see what a man-made problem is vs. what is a Mother Nature problem. His drones do yield counts and collect data points. “Drones allow us… Continue reading.
Taylor Moss is about as down to earth as a kid can get with her unassuming nature and easy smile. But what lies beneath is rare. Not only does the sophomore at Lebanon High School speak four different languages – Russian, Spanish, French and English – but she also has some eclectic hobbies. She is… Continue reading.
By Richard G. Biever Franklin D. Roosevelt probably didn’t dub his successful 1932 presidential campaign — “New Deal” — after unsuccessfully playing cards in a French Lick gambling house. But he first laid what became his bold “new deal for the American people” on the table at the 1931 National Governors’ Conference at the renowned… Continue reading.
Even the happiest of times can turn to tragedy if everyone’s not careful. This winter, practice some commonsense electrical safety. You could prevent accidents, fires and injuries — and save the season for everyone who gathers in your home for the holidays. Here are 10 electrical safety tips: 1. Buy lights designed for outdoor use. … Continue reading.
Many people feel the heat of high energy costs when weather turns chilly. Fortunately, air source heat pumps can warm your home without wearing down your wallet. Hoosiers use a variety of heating fuels to keep them cozy in the fall and winter. Liquid propane, fuel oil, natural gas, and electricity can be found in… Continue reading.
Picture this all too familiar scene: You walk into the living room after a long day at work and find your dog chewing on something (again). You ask him what he has in his mouth (like he’s going to answer you!). On most days, he’s chewing on your favorite pair of shoes. But this time,… Continue reading.
If a video-game fanatic is on your holiday shopping list, consider updating his or her video game console to a newer model. Newer consoles use a lot less energy than older ones. Still, gaming consoles are so energy inefficient that the National Resources Defense Council a couple of years ago estimated they consume enough electricity… Continue reading.
It’s the same thing every year — the Christmas tree is up, you decorate it and that’s that. But it all happens so fast. Sometimes you just want to keep going and decorate some more trees! Well, we’ve got a way for you to keep up the tree trimming! Make some edible Christmas trees using… Continue reading.
