DRIVE-THRU EVENT AND ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING Our drive-thru member event is Saturday, April 20, from 8–11:15 a.m. Make your way through Boone REMC Hall for giveaways*, including $10 Titus Bakery vouchers, treats for your pup** donated by Pet Supplies Plus in Whitestown, and special items for the kids**! Our annual business meeting begins at 11:30… Continue reading.
We are happy to have gained more than 2,500 enrollments in paperless billing during our recent promotion! All accounts enrolled in paperless billing were entered into a drawing for two $500 bill credits. The winners were: Going paperless helps your electric cooperative hold down costs by reducing the amount of money we must spend on… Continue reading.
Thank you to all our members who took the time to complete our satisfaction survey. We appreciate you sharing your feedback with us. In 2024, we are focused on service excellence. We recognize that service excellence is a journey — an ongoing endeavor — and we want to adapt to meet our members’ expectations. We… Continue reading.
If you’re planting trees around your home and there are overhead power lines along your street or near your home, follow the guide below to ensure the safety and reliability of our electric distribution system. Also, remember that you should always call 811 or visit indiana811.org at least two full working days before digging. Having… Continue reading.
Spring is the perfect time to tackle some maintenance and repair projects that will prepare your house for warm weather. By doing so, you’ll make your home more comfortable and save on summer energy bills. Inside Also, check for and seal gaps around plumbing vents, furnace flues, and ductwork. Outside With these tips, your home… Continue reading.
Now that it’s April, it’s safe to say that spring is officially here. Many see spring as a time for renewal — and a good time to deep clean your house. As we move into a new season, it could be an opportunity to give back to others in your community. Thanksgiving and Christmas are… Continue reading.
Planning to save energy during severe weather can keep you comfortable while helping the environment — and even lead to savings in your wallet. People know the basic rules of supply and demand — price typically goes up when demand goes up. The same goes for electricity; wholesale electricity prices can soar when everyone runs… Continue reading.
Hoosier Energy strives to make helping communities and nonprofit organizations a priority within its territory, and the Community Impact Fund makes that possible. “Each year, we receive dozens of requests from local non-profits and statewide non-profits and vet those against a strategy we have developed,” said Matt Randall, manager of government and community relations, who… Continue reading.
By David Toll When it comes to energy efficiency, the more you know, the better. The Industrial Assessment Center (IAC) at Purdue University in Indianapolis is doing its part to make businesses more knowledgeable. As one of just 37 IACs on college campuses nationwide and the only one in Indiana, the Department of Energy-funded center… Continue reading.
Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the United States. When spring thunderstorms occur, many areas can also experience flooding. Flash floods can develop quickly and with no warning. This can cause outages, disrupt transportation, and damage buildings. BEFORE A FLOOD AFTER A FLOOD STAY SAFE WHEN A THUNDERSTORM ARRIVES Follow these tips when… Continue reading.
Thunderstorms can pop up at any time, but having a plan in place and being aware can keep you and your family safe. KNOW YOUR RISK Know your area’s risk for thunderstorms. In Indiana, they can occur year-round and at any hour. Sign up for your community’s warning system. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) and… Continue reading.
By Natalie Derrickson The remnants of a late 1800s railway stamp the divide between past and present at the entrance to The Bag Factory, but what’s inside is anything but old-fashioned. Big dreams have been synonymous with The Bag Factory since its original purpose as the Cosmo Buttermilk Soap Co. Today, The Bag Factory is… Continue reading.