Indiana Electric Cooperatives, the association representing the state’s 38 electric distribution cooperatives, remains concerned about the impact the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Power Plan and the impact new regulations will have on its members. “As not-for-profit, member-owned electric cooperatives, …Read More.
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Electric cooperatives to honor ‘power and hope’ of Indiana youth
Indiana’s electric cooperatives and their statewide magazine, Electric Consumer, are accepting applications for awards that recognize the community spirit of Indiana’s youth. The Youth Power and Hope Awards program honors students in fifth through eighth grades who are leaders in …Read More.
Carroll White REMC breaks ground on new operations center
Members of Carroll White REMC gathered Tuesday, July 27, to break ground on the electric cooperative’s new operations center in the Hoosier Heartland Industrial Park. The electric cooperative was the first company to purchase a lot in the 60-acre industrial …Read More.
Linda Jeffries
Linda Jeffries, the wife of Jim Jeffries, Carroll White REMC Board Director, passed away Sunday, July 19. Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 22, at Abbott Funeral Home in Delphi. Read more.
Safety in the bathroom
Water and electricity don’t mix. That’s why there are tags on hairdryers, heaters and other appliances warning of the risk of electrocution if the appliance falls in water. “Bathrooms are the most dangerous rooms in homes because of the large …Read More.
Make sure your ‘port-of-entry’ is safe and clear to pass
If your house has an attached garage, more than likely it’s the main port-of-entry to your home. More and more, especially in suburban neighborhoods, it seems the garage is the tool shed, workshop, recycling center and a temporary storage area …Read More.
Wake up to safety
On average, Americans spend almost a third of each day sleeping. Our bedrooms should be safe and comfortable places to rest. The folks at Indiana Electric Cooperatives encourage you to make electrical safety a priority in your home’s bedrooms by …Read More.
Frye honored with distinguished service award
Daviess-Martin REMC General Manager Ken Frye was recently recognized by the Rural Electricity Resource Council (RERC) with its Distinguished Service Award. Frye’s career-long efforts and leadership at the cooperative were highlighted during the April 20 presentation at the RERC Annual Conference near …Read More.
Henry County REMC to build new headquarters
The Henry County REMC (HCREMC) Board of Directors today announced its decision to replace its current headquarters to most cost effectively meet its mission of providing safe, reliable and cost-effective electrical service to its members. The office and grounds, which …Read More.
Johnson County REMC receives RUS loan
The USDA Rural Utilities Service (RUS) celebrated the 80th anniversary of the creation of the Rural Electrification Service by announcing four loans totaling more than $100 million. The $14 million loan to Johnson County REMC supports building or improving 345 …Read More.