Two of Hoosier Energy’s worksites – the Worthington and Lawrence generating stations – recently received certification as VPP “Star” sites. VPP, or Voluntary Protection Program, is an OSHA program for workplace health and safety administered through the Indiana Department of …Read More.
Deborah Kay Hile-Bradfield
We are saddened at the passing of Deborah Kay Hile-Bradfield, the daughter of Marilyn Hile, former director of Carroll White REMC…Read More
Elmer Jay Phegley
We are saddened by the passing of Elmer Jay Phegley. Elmer served on the Jasper County REMC Board from 1974-1987. He served as Vice President from 1980-1983 and then President from 1983-1987. Elmer also served on the Board of Directors …Read More.
Allen Heltzel
We are saddened by the news received concerning the passing of Allen Heltzel, husband of Karen Heltzel, a retired local director from Fulton County REMC and former Indiana Electric Cooperatives Board director…Read More
Indiana’s electric cooperatives to participate in 50 unique service projects
Cooperatives will volunteer their time to a statewide community day of service initiative
Indiana’s electric cooperatives will host the second annual ‘Indiana’s Electric Cooperative Community Day’ on Friday, Oct. 9. Thirty 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 …Read More.
Rural co-ops fight to survive Clean Power Plan’s carbon limits
Hoosier Energy’s CFO explains how the Clean Power Plan’s final rule fails to account for the remaining useful life of current generating resources. Read More. Article courtesy of Agri-Pulse
NineStar Connect recognized as community innovator
NineStar Connect has been named a Smart Rural Community Showcase Award winner by NTCA. The award highlights efforts that make rural communities vibrant places in which to live and do business. In addition, NTCA also recognized NineStar Connect last month …Read More.
Second of 10 Hoosier Energy solar farms dedicated
Officials from Utilities District of Western Indiana REMC, Daviess-Martin REMC and Hoosier Energy Sept. 29 dedicated a new solar farm near I-69. The 1-megawatt array is located in Greene County. Read More: WTHI TV 10 WTHR 13 WANE WBIW The …Read More.
Is your basement a ‘man cave’ or just a cave?
If your home has a typical basement, you know it’s a hub of activity. Be it a finished family entertainment center; “man cave”; workshop; entry point of your home’s utilities where the circuit box, main water and gas shut-offs may …Read More.
Easy ways to avoid kitchen disasters
Your kitchen is probably THE activity center of your home. It’s where you prepare meals, where kids snack and do their homework, where you gather for post-meal cleanup and where the gang tends to congregate when you entertain. But danger …Read More.

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