Have you ever connected to Wi-Fi and noticed it was painfully slow, only to switch to another device on the same network and find the speed dramatically better? This difference in speed can often be attributed to the Wi-Fi card in each device. The Wi-Fi card is the final component in a long equipment chain… Continue reading.
When you think of October, pumpkins, Halloween and beautiful fall foliage naturally come to mind. But October is notable for another reason – it’s National Co-op Month. This is the time of year when cooperatives across the country, including LaGrange County REMC, celebrate who we are and more importantly, the members we serve and the… Continue reading.
When people think of LaGrange County REMC, they more than likely think of the bill they receive every month or their power being restored after a storm or accident. But the cooperative is more than just electricity. We’re a community organization made up of local residents who care about those we serve. That’s why we… Continue reading.
With a life on the go, members don’t always have the ability to keep an eye on what’s happening with their energy bill or use. That’s why LaGrange County REMC provides you with a variety of alert options through your online account to make sure you don’t miss a payment, overlook high use or accidentally… Continue reading.
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably seen information on our new rate design in the past few months of Indiana Connection. This is a reminder that the rate change will go into effect this month. Most of our residential customers will see a minimal change in their monthly bill, around a $2 increase. But the… Continue reading.
Members will flood our office for Member Appreciation Day on Oct. 17 when we celebrate National Cooperative Month and YOU! But what are we really celebrating? What makes Bartholomew County REMC different, and why should that matter? Eighty-two years ago our area didn’t have electricity. Young folks were leaving enmasse to find a brighter future… Continue reading.
Reflected on mid-October bills, Bartholomew County REMC members will see a increase in the wholesale tracker adjustment effective Oct. 1. This tracker, passed directly to members from our power supplier, Hoosier Energy, will be $.000095 per kwh or approximately $0.095 per 1,000 kwh used. That makes the total per kwh $.109515. The easiest explanation of… Continue reading.
On Aug. 9, the REMC held its fish fry and bake sale to benefit the United Way fund drive. Brownstown Electric donated 180 pounds of fish and fried it for us! BCREMC sold 500 fish sandwiches and raised $3,400 for our local United Way organizations. Our cooperative bank, CoBank, generously matched the funds raised. Thank you to all the… Continue reading.
It’s fun to make your home look spooky at Halloween, and many enjoy decorating for trick-or treaters just as much as they enjoy decking the halls for Christmas. We’ve all seen Halloween displays become more elaborate. Decorations make the holiday more fun, but it’s important to make sure you’re decorating safely. Tips you’ll want to… Continue reading.
Have you ever been interested in becoming part of the governing body at Bartholomew County REMC? BCREMC’s board of directors and nominating comittee members are elected yearly by the members at the annual meeting. Directors are responsible for establishing, reviewing, and revising corporate policies to ensure that Bartholomew County REMC continues to keep service to… Continue reading.
October brings to mind pumpkins, Halloween, and beautiful fall foliage. But October is notable for another reason – it’s National Co-op Month! This is the time of year when cooperatives across the country, including Clark County REMC, celebrate what makes us different: the members we serve. Something that sets our co-op apart from the traditional… Continue reading.
