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John Gasstrom named CEO of Indiana Electric Cooperatives

Posted May 2, 2019 by Amanda Barth & filed under Indiana Cooperatives in the News, News Releases.

Indiana Electric Cooperatives’ (IEC) board of directors named John P. Gasstrom as the association’s chief executive officer. He was previously director of compliance at Georgia System Operations Corporation (GSOC). “I am honored to be selected as the next CEO of Indiana …Read More.

Pools and lakes and electrical safety – oh my!

Posted March 29, 2019 by IEC Editorial Staff & filed under Kids, Plug into Safety, Weather.

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.

Electric cooperatives to power developing region of Guatemala

Posted March 24, 2019 by Amanda Barth & filed under News Releases, Philanthropy, Project Indiana.

Crew of lineworkers to empower a global community for a better tomorrow A crew of 14 Indiana electric cooperative lineworkers traveled to Guatemala Sunday as part of an international initiative to bring electricity to a developing area in Guatemala. “Project …Read More.

Passing of Judy Elkins

Posted March 20, 2019 by IEC Editorial Staff & filed under Obituaries.

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

Posted March 6, 2019 by IEC Editorial Staff & filed under Obituaries.

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!

Posted February 27, 2019 by IEC Editorial Staff & filed under Home and DIY, Media Library.

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

Posted February 14, 2019 by IEC Editorial Staff & filed under Obituaries.

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.

Jane A. Scott

Posted February 8, 2019 by Amanda Barth & filed under Obituaries.

Jane A. Scott, Northeastern REMC board chair and IEC executive committee member, died unexpectedly Thursday Feb. 7, 2019. Visitation is Monday, Feb. 11, 3-6 p.m., with a celebration of life at 6 p.m., at McComb and Sons Funeral Home, 1320 …Read More.

Tornado tips: What to do no matter where you are

Posted January 31, 2019 by IEC Editorial Staff & filed under Plug into Safety, Weather.

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.

Twenty-one graduate electric lineworker apprenticeship program

Posted January 27, 2019 by Amanda Barth & filed under Indiana Cooperatives in the News, News Releases.

Twenty-one lineworkers graduated Saturday from Indiana Electric Cooperatives’ apprenticeship program, Rural Electric Apprentice Program (REAP). REAP is a four-year program that professionally trains apprentice lineworkers from across Indiana. Graduates complete 576 hours of classroom-related study and 8,000 hours of on-the-job …Read More.