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Accidental Damage Is Costly

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Posted on Sep 01, 2023 in Marshall County REMC

Accidental damage to electric infrastructure and fiber optic internet lines, whether the lines are buried underground or are overhead, can be costly to those responsible. Unfortunately, the cost of materials and labor in recent years has skyrocketed, causing repairs to become even more expensive. Oftentimes, damage to underground utilities can be avoided if people are… Continue reading.

Dave Lewallen

Understanding your bill

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Posted on Feb 03, 2023 in Marshall County REMC

We have been getting a lot of questions from our members about the facility charge and wholesale power cost adjustment on their bills since the recent rate increase. It is important to note that prior to the rate increase, the bills had the facility charge and the wholesale power cost adjustment charges included in the… Continue reading.

Dave Lewallen

Supply chain demand continues to hinder REMC

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Posted on Nov 03, 2022 in Marshall County REMC

What do you get when you add labor shortages to material shortages in an economy recovering from  a worldwide pandemic?  The answer? Supply chain issues. Simply put, supply chain problems emerge when the availability of critical equipment and materials decreases as demand grows. It’s affecting us in the electric industry as more and more consumers… Continue reading.

Dave Lewallen

Celebrating your membership

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Posted on Oct 06, 2022 in Marshall County REMC

Fall is a busy time, and October is a particularly eventful month with school, community and sports activities in full swing. It’s also when all cooperatives celebrate National Cooperative Month.  When Marshall County REMC celebrates Co-op Month, it is celebrating you! After all, our co-op wouldn’t exist without you, our members.  Our core business purpose… Continue reading.

Dave Lewallen

The power of preparation

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Posted on Sep 04, 2022 in Marshall County REMC

Since September is National Preparedness Month — and because severe weather events seem to be occurring more frequently — consider planning for bad weather now before storms hit. I urge you not only to have enough food, water and supplies to last at least a few days, but to take other practical steps to keep… Continue reading.

Know the signs of scams

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Posted on Jul 05, 2022 in Marshall County REMC

It’s no secret that consumers with a water, gas or electricity connection have long been targets for utility scams, but fraudsters have changed their tactics since the Covid-19 pandemic. As consumers became more reliant on technology for work, school and commerce, scammers noted these shifts and adapted their tactics to this changed environment.  Imposter scams… Continue reading.

Dave Lewallen

Why is my power out?

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Posted on May 30, 2022 in Marshall County REMC

Our last large outage in April had a lot of members wondering “Why is my power out when it’s sunny and nice outside?”  We all anticipate our lights might go out when a big storm rolls through, but the reality is there are many factors that cause outages even when the weather is perfect. To… Continue reading.

Dave Lewallen

Prioritize safety year-round

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Posted on May 06, 2022 in Marshall County REMC

At Marshall County REMC, we recognize Electrical Safety Month every May, but we also know the importance of practicing safety year-round. From our co-op crews to you, the consumer-members we serve, we recognize that everyone has a part to play in prioritizing safety. According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International, thousands of people in the… Continue reading.

The power behind your power

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Posted on Apr 03, 2022 in Marshall County REMC

You’ve likely noticed Marshall County REMC’s crews out and about, working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community. It’s no secret that a lineworker’s job is tough — but it’s a job that’s essential and must be done, often in challenging conditions. This month, as we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on April… Continue reading.