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.
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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.
Indiana’s electric cooperatives to complete nearly 50 unique service projects
Indiana’s electric cooperatives will host the fifth annual “Indiana’s Electric Cooperative Community Day” Friday, Oct. 12. Twenty-six of Indiana’s electric cooperatives will complete a project that meets a specific need within their service area. Working side-by-side, Indiana’s electric cooperatives will …Read More.
Nancy Guernsey
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Nancy Guernsey, mother of Bruce Guernsey, local director at Boone REMC. Visitation will be held on Sun., Oct. 7 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. and the funeral service will be held on Mon., …Read More.
Mike DeFreeuw named 2018 Tom Taylor Award recipient
Indiana Electric Cooperatives named Mike DeFreeuw the recipient of the 2018 Tom Taylor Award. DeFreeuw, director of marketing and communications at Northeastern REMC, was presented the award during the Marketing, Member Services and Communicators (MMSC) professional section fall meeting Sept. …Read More.