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.
At the 2018 employee Christmas party, the following employees and directors were recognized: Dale Kaufman, staking engineer, for his 20 years to the cooperative. Heather Toothman, customer service representative, for her 15 years of service. Steve Seibert, president/CEO, was also recognized for 15 years of service to the cooperative. Gary Waninger, board of director, was… Continue reading.
AIR SOURCE, MINI-SPLIT OR DUAL FUEL HEAT PUMPS: HEAT PUMP REPLACING GAS, EXISTING AC / HEAT PUMP OR NEW CONSTRUCTION INSTALL Dual/Variable Speed Compressor — $750 HEAT PUMP REPLACING 100% ELECTRIC RESISTANCE HEAT Single Speed Compressor — $800 HEAT PUMP REPLACING 100% ELECTRIC RESISTANCE HEAT Dual/Variable Speed Compressor — $1,500 GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP: NEW CONSTRUCTION… Continue reading.
Support Indiana tourism by picking up a copy of the 2019 Indiana Festival Guide, which includes more than 600 festivals, craft fairs, holiday shows, historical re-enactments and community celebrations. Don’t forget about the good ole’ Farmers’ Almanac. Is it supposed to snow more this month? Find out the predictions by picking up your free copy… Continue reading.
In an effort to keep you informed of your cooperative’s operations and activities, the following are highlights of the Dec. 27 board meeting. All directors were present along with CEO Steve Seibert and Administrative Assistant Lisa Hinton. Also present were Hoosier Energy’s CEO Donna Walker and Executive Vice President Tom VanParis. The Nov. 28 board… Continue reading.
I recently read an article that the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) published, and I thought it would be helpful for our members to hear firsthand of how a manager/CEO and board of directors relationship should work vs. how it works here at your cooperative. Additionally, I thought how important this relationship directly translates… Continue reading.
youth tour to Washington, d.c. Students who will be high school seniors in the fall of 2019 can apply for this trip of a lifetime to our nation’s Capital. The Indiana delegation will meet in Indianapolis on June 13 and travel to Gettysburg and the Flight 93 9/11 Memorial before going to Washington, D.C., for… Continue reading.
This month brings some changes to the REMC team. Ashley Terrell, who has been a member service representative since 2004, is moving over to the Orange County Fiber division to handle similar duties. Hannah Carter has recently been hired to take Ashley’s place on the REMC side. Carter was born in California, but grew up… Continue reading.
The photos below show the recent installation of a fiber hub at the Leipsic substation. For more information about our project to bring high speed internet to all Orange County REMC members, visit www.orangecountyfiber.coop.
Randy Roberts, district 2; Rodney Hager, district 4; and George Key, district 7 are incumbents whose terms expire in 2019. Letters of intent due by Feb. 7. Posting of incumbent list by Feb. 22. Names published in the March issue of this magazine. Petitions of nominations due by April 23. Nominations by the board (absent… Continue reading.
Author Anthony J. D’Angelo observed that “Without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community.” To a large degree, this reflects Marshall County REMC’s philosophy toward our consumer-members and the broader service territory that we serve. As a cooperative, we have a different “bottom line.” While our priority is always to provide… Continue reading.
Touchstone Energy Camp: June 5 – 8 A fun, powerful and unique camp experience designed for students entering seventh grade in 2019. Horseback riding, canoeing, zip lining, trying out archery, swimming, learning about electrical safety and bucket truck rides. Go to TouchstoneEnergyCamp.org to fill out an application. Applications must be completed online. Indiana Youth Tour:… Continue reading.
Marshall County REMC reminds members of the meter replacement that is taking place. REMC’s meter installation contractors will be driving a white passenger van with our logo on the sides of the vehicle. The contractor will knock on your door before changing the meter. Replacing your meter will only take a few minutes. You may… Continue reading.
