Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) named Abby Asher the recipient of the 2026 Tom Taylor Award. Asher, senior marketing and communications specialist at Decatur County REMC, was presented the award during the Marketing, Member Services, and Communicators professional section fall meeting …Read More.
Use caution with electric heating devices this winter
Electric space heaters and blankets are great ways to stay warm when the temperature drops. While these devices provide comfort, it’s important to keep safety in mind when the temperatures drop. During these winter months, when space heaters and electric …Read More.
A Path to Success: Fulton Student Board of Directors Introduces Cain Schanlaub to Co-op Opportunities
By Chris Adam From left to right: Cain Shanlaub as a Student Board Member at Fulton County REMC, Shanlaub’s staff headshot at Kosciusko REMC, Shanlaub participating in the Indiana Electric Cooperatives Lineman Rodeo. For Cain Schanlaub, an early interest in …Read More.
ASK A LEADER: Cathy Raderstorf
Cathy Raderstorf is the CEO of Carroll-White REMC. What is your philosophy on meetings? Always provide an agenda (purpose for the meeting), a start and end time that you adhere to, active engagement, and end with clear action items. What …Read More.
Kankakee Valley REMC: Communicating Change and Preparing Members for a Time-of-Use Rate Transition
Every electric cooperative faces times of change. While implementing new technology or updating infrastructure often happens behind the scenes, changes that directly affect members require something more — clear, consistent communication. That was the challenge facing Kankakee Valley REMC as …Read More.
2026 Indiana Electric Cooperatives Lineman Rodeo a celebration of skill and safety
The 2026 Indiana Electric Cooperatives Lineman Rodeo took place August 20-21 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds. Now in its fifth year, the event gathered 113 linemen from 23 co-ops to showcase their skills. Teams of three competed Thursday in hurtman …Read More.
IEC presented with Educational Fund grants from CFC and Utility Capital Solutions
At its most recent board meeting, Indiana Electric Cooperatives received funds from CFC and Utility Capital Solutions (UCS) to support education and youth programming. Checks totaling $40,850 were presented by Bruce Everhart, RushShelby Energy and CFC Region 4 Director (center). Also …Read More.
Use generators safely during winter storms
While backup generators can be helpful during a power outage, Indiana Electric Cooperatives reminds consumers that portable generators can pose risks. RISK 1: Carbon monoxide poisoningSmall generators use a combustion engine that usually burns gasoline or other liquid fuels. Like …Read More.
Boom Ball allows Kiernicki to fulfill a lifelong dream
For many athletes, their final game marks the end of a lifelong passion. For Richie Kiernicki, husband of Marshall County REMC Marketing and Communications Manager Arianna Kiernicki, it turned out to be just the beginning of an unexpected new chapter. …Read More.
ASK A LEADER: Dr. Richard Leeper
Indiana Electric Cooperatives President and Marshall County Director Who is your professional role model?My grandparents and parents What is your philosophy on meetings?Meetings need to be concise, transparent, insightful, and educational. What is the first thing you do when you …Read More.
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