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Five tips to prepare for a winter power outage
As winter approaches, it’s important to be ready for anything — especially power outages caused by ice, snow, or wind. When the power goes out, the cold can quickly become a serious issue. By taking a few steps now, you can stay safe, comfortable, and prepared if the lights go out. Here are five key… Continue reading.
High school students: Apply for Page Day
The Indiana Electric Cooperatives’ online application for Page Day is now open! Page Day is a unique opportunity for high school students to spend a day at the Indiana Statehouse learning about the legislative process. QUICK FACTS: WHAT IS PAGE DAY? HOW/WHEN DO I APPLY? WHAT ABOUT MISSING SCHOOL? This year, Page Day will take… Continue reading.
Director election nomination process
As an electric cooperative, Dubois REC is a democratic organization. This means a board of directors, elected by fellow co-op members, guides the co-op. These directors actively participate in setting policies, making decisions, and safeguarding the interests of co-op members. One benefit to being a member of a locally owned, not-for-profit electric cooperative is that… Continue reading.
Giving back is the co-op way
Over the years, you’ve probably heard or read about Dubois REC’s concern for our community. This is one of the core principles that sets cooperatives apart from other types of utilities and businesses. We’ve always taken this mission and responsibility to heart. It’s who we are as a co-op and during the holiday season, concern… Continue reading.
Director achievements
Credentialed Cooperative Director (CCD) The CCD certificate is awarded upon successful completion of all five courses in the curriculum, including a learning assessment for each. Director Gold Credential The Director Gold credential recognizes directors committed to continuing their education beyond the CCD and BLC. Director Gold demonstrates a tangible commitment to advancing their knowledge and… Continue reading.
Apply for youth programs
CAMP KILOWATT JUNE 4-7 Go to clarkremc.coop/camp to apply. Deadline is March 3. INDIANA YOUTH TOUR TO WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 15-22 Go to clarkremc.coop/youth-tour to apply. Deadline is March 3. COOPERATIVE CALENDAR OF STUDENT ART Visit indianaconnection.org/for-youth/art-contest/ for details. Deadline is Feb 28. PAGE DAY JAN. 28 Visit clarkremc.coop/page-day for more details and how to… Continue reading.
Did you know? Your electric cooperative is a not-for-profit owned by those it serves?
Join a dynamic organization by serving on the Clark County REMC Board of Directors. The deadline for petitions is Jan. 6 at 4 p.m. The board of directors for Clark County REMC is the legal body that both the membership and the government hold accountable for the actions of the organization. The men and women… Continue reading.
Get to know District Five
Instead of my normal monthly article, for several months we will be featuring each of our seven districts. Each one is a unique and special place to call home. We’ve also asked each board member from those districts to tell us a little about where they live and why they love being there. We hope… Continue reading.
Crabb named 2024 Tom Taylor Award recipient
Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) named Casey Crabb the recipient of the 2024 Tom Taylor Award. Crabb, communications and public relations manager at Carroll White REMC, was presented the award during the Marketing, Member Services, and Communicators professional section fall meeting on Oct. 25. His family was in attendance as he received this honor. The award… Continue reading.
Director nomination procedures
The following are the guidelines from the bylaws for director nomination procedures for Carroll White REMC. The bylaws state It shall be the duty of each director to call a meeting of the members of their district during the year in which a director is to be elected for their district at least 75 days… Continue reading.
Smarthub offers convenient features for account access and bill pay
Our free SmartHub app makes it simple and convenient to do the following: Just download the FREE mobile or tablet app at smarthubapp.com. Don’t have a tablet or smartphone? No problem. You can use the SmartHub interface from your computer. Just go to fcremc.coop and click on “SmartHub.”
