In an effort to keep you informed of your cooperative’s operations and activities, the following are highlights of the Feb. 25 board meeting. 1. All directors were present along with CEO Steve Seibert and Administrative Assistant Lisa Hinton. Present via Webex from Hoosier Energy were Donna Walker, president/CEO, and Rob Horton, executive vice president and… Continue reading.

As CEO of Orange County REMC, I have the unique privilege of seeing firsthand what it truly takes to keep the lights on for our members. In April, we take time to pause and recognize the brave employees who make that possible every single day — our lineworkers. When storms impact our communities and outages… Continue reading.

All REMC members who register and attend the Annual Meeting can vote for directors to serve the districts that are up for election in that calendar year. The information below details when deadlines occur in the election process. Incumbent directors whose terms expire in 2026: District 1 -— Daniel Houchin District 5 -— Ben Lindsey…. Continue reading.

Congratulations to board member Carl Anderson on earning his Credentialed Cooperative Director (CCD) certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association. The CCD is the first step in a three-part director education program and includes five core courses focused on governance and the essential skills required of electric cooperative directors. This achievement reflects Anderson’s commitment… Continue reading.

Orange County REMC recently hosted a small group of area students for a safely supervised, hands-on experience with our linemen. Several of the students are aspiring to become the next generation of lineworkers, and the visit gave them a glimpse into the trade while promoting safety and awareness.

Congratulations to the following employees of Orange County REMC/Orange County Fiber: Travis Cole, fiber maintenance, celebrates five years at the cooperative. Welcome Zach Clements who began in February as a locator with the cooperative.

The Operation Round Up board met on Monday, March 2, to discuss the first batch of grant applications of the year. The following were awarded: Scholarships Laney Cambron (West Washington High School) — $2,250 Josie Robison (Springs Valley High School) — $2,250 Grants Team Peace, Inc., $1,200 —Snacks and gift bags for Summer Bike Camp… Continue reading.

As spring approaches, so does the increased risk of severe weather. Last year, we experienced extensive outages due to severe weather, and we want to ensure our members are prepared. Here are some important safety tips to follow before, during, and after a storm. Before the storm During the storm After the storm If an… Continue reading.

The Marshall County REMC staff and board would like to thank each of our lineworkers for their dedication to the cooperative and its members!