Whether you’ve recently welcomed your first baby, or already have a full house, it’s vital to keep your home electrically safe for the little ones. Electrical safety should be at the top of the list when preparing a safe space …Read More.
Posts By: IEC Editorial Staff
Passing of Jim Jeffries
We are saddened by the passing of Jim Jeffries, former Carroll White REMC Director. Jim served on the REMC board of directors for over 10 years (11/28/2005 – 3/24/2016). Friends may call from 11 a.m. until his funeral service at …Read More.
Learning starts now
Educate children on bus safety before they leave for school! The bus stop can be a dangerous place for children: bullies, speeding cars, and, electricity? That’s right, electrical dangers are everywhere! The things that seem like minor risks in the moment …Read More.
Irrigation Safety: Water and Electricity Working Together
No one will argue that Indiana weather can be unpredictable. A long-term drought could be overtaken by major flooding all in the course of days. During the spring and summer, farmers are growing their crops and rainfall is needed to …Read More.
Pools and lakes and electrical safety – oh my!
Throughout the dreary winter you’ve waited to open your pool, bring out the boats and soak up the sun! But before you dive into all the summer fun, remind yourself and your family of the dangers lurking inside pools and …Read More.
Passing of Judy Elkins
We are deeply saddened to have received the news concerning the passing of Judy Elkins, mother of Jon Elkins, Vice President of Safety, Training and Compliance at Indiana Electric Cooperatives. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to his home address, …Read More.
Passing of Cindy Hockensmith
We are saddened to have received news concerning the recent passing of Cindy Hockensmith, Administrative Assistant for the past 11 years at Clark County REMC. Below is the link to Cindy’s obituary along with the details of the service. https://www.graysonfuneralhomes.com/notices/Cindy-Hockensmith
Stay cool and safe this summer!
During the summer, many people are concerned about staying cool. Whether you rely on a central air-conditioning unit, a fan or a window AC unit, be aware of safety threats they may pose. Air conditioners and fans are everyday appliances, and …Read More.
Oris Hippensteel
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.
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.