We are saddened to have received news concerning the passing of Oris Hippensteel, wife of Robert Hippensteel, local director at Heartland REMC. He is a former IEC board director, board president and executive committee member of IEC. Visitation for Oris …Read More.
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Tornado tips: What to do no matter where you are
Tornado season is upon us. Do you know what to do if you’re in the path of a tornado? If you’re inside during a tornado, take shelter in a windowless, interior room; a storm cellar; or the lowest level of the building. …Read More.
Adam Brenner
We are saddened to share the news of the passing of Adam Brenner, son of Mike Brenner, Manager of Regulatory and Financial Services at Indiana Electric Cooperatives. Below you will find the funeral arrangements. Expressions of sympathy may be sent …Read More.
Spring cleaning? Don’t forget about electrical safety!
It’s that time of year when homeowners are itching to get out of their homes to start working on projects around the yard. Whether or not you are making spring cleaning a priority this season, it is a good time to take …Read More.
Purdue works to flip switch on rural ‘internet darkness’
For those with broadband Internet, it often seems as if we are inundated with streaming movies, social media and the occasional entertaining cat video. That pervasiveness makes the practical ways in which broadband improves daily life go largely unappreciated – …Read More.
Cutting corners can be a costly — and deadly — mistake
There’s nothing more satisfying than seeing the results of a do-it-yourself (DIY) project you’ve been working on – but are you making electrical safety a top priority when you power up the necessary tools? These tips will remind you to …Read More.
Josh Chieppo
We are very saddened to hear of the passing of Josh Chieppo, lineman at Tipmont REMC, on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident. The visitation will be held Monday, Nov. 12, 4-8 p.m., at Sanders …Read More.
Generator safety protocols for your home
When preparing for winter weather, many homeowners rely on whole house generators and portable generators to power their homes in the event of a long-term power outage. While they are great resources for your home, there are three major risks …Read More.
Passing of Kim Werner
We are saddened by the passing of Kim Werner, daughter of KV REMC Board President and WVPA Director Otto Werner. Kim passed away on Sunday, October 21st. Expression of sympathy may be sent to Otto & Diana Werner, 5322 W …Read More.
Passing of Barbara Shelton
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Barbara Shelton, wife of Director Gerald (Bud) Shelton. The following is the obituary. http://obituaries.heraldbulletin.com/obituary/barbara-shelton-1936-2018-1070781664. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to Gerald at his home address, 120 Hill Run Court, New …Read More.