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Holiday fun with Santa Claus

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Posted on Dec 30, 2025 in Harrison REMC

Eighty-five children were excited to see Santa and Mrs. Claus at our recent event. Sharing their lists, they chatted with Santa about the gifts they hope to receive, from toys and games to special surprises. Santa listened intently and reassured them that he was making note of their wishes for the big night. Having Santa… Continue reading.

Tree trimming

Power line pruning — trimming for safety and reliability

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Posted on Dec 30, 2025 in Harrison REMC

Harrison REMC contractor Townsend Tree Service will clear rights-of-way along high-voltage power lines in 2026. Harrison REMC maintains a total of 2,685 miles of line, with approximately 390 miles scheduled for clearance this year. This trimming began in December 2025 and is expected to be completed by January 2027. The following substations will be trimmed… Continue reading.

Apply for these amazing youth programs

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Posted on Dec 30, 2025 in Harrison REMC

Each year, Harrison REMC is excited to shine a spotlight on our youth programs and those in the community who participate in them.  Harrison REMC sponsors programs to help middle and high school students learn more about energy, the cooperative business model, history, government, and much more. Below are the youth programs offered. Please go… Continue reading.

Responsible planning supports reliable power

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Posted on Dec 28, 2025 in Boone Power

Growth affects every utility, but cooperatives approach it differently. As large projects look to our region, we evaluate their impact carefully to avoid unnecessary risk. Before large developments come to our community, we work with our wholesale partner, Wabash Valley Power Alliance (WPVA), to ensure the power is available, can be delivered reliably, and that… Continue reading.

Applications open for trip to Washington

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Posted on Dec 28, 2025 in Boone Power

Applications for the Indiana Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. are open. Interested high school juniors whose parents/guardians receive service from Boone Power should submit their applications by Feb. 13. The all-expenses-paid trip will take place June 14-21.  Don’t miss this chance to explore historic monuments, meet Indiana’s congressional delegation — and make lifelong friends along the… Continue reading.

Calling all K-12 student artists!

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Posted on Dec 28, 2025 in Boone Power

Indiana students in grades K–12 are invited to submit artwork for the 2026 Cooperative Student Art Contest! This long-running statewide program celebrates creativity at every grade level. A first-place winner ($100) and an honorable mention ($50) are selected from each grade, and one overall Best of Show winner earns an additional $100. Each grade is assigned… Continue reading.

Boone Power earns exceptional safety recognition

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Posted on Dec 28, 2025 in Boone Power

When Boone Power was reviewed by independent safety experts this past fall, the results were exceptional! Our cooperative exceeded expectations in numerous different categories of safety, a result of a continued focus on safety since the last audit in 2022. These unannounced evaluations, conducted through the Rural Electric Safety Achievement Program (RESAP), provide a comprehensive… Continue reading.

Director petitions due Jan. 30

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Posted on Dec 28, 2025 in Boone Power

As we move into the 2026 board of directors election cycle, a key deadline is approaching: members interested in being placed on the ballot through the petition process must submit completed materials by Jan. 30. Directors will be elected this year to represent Districts 1, 2, and 3. Eligible members who live in these districts… Continue reading.

Operation Round Up funding nears $1.1 million

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Posted on Dec 28, 2025 in Boone Power

To date, our Operation Round Up program has provided nearly $1.1 million in local grant funding.  In 2025, the program’s board of trustees awarded nearly $60,000 for projects that support our community. Grantees were:  Operation Round Up, an initiative Boone Power started in 2006 to provide funds for local nonprofit projects. The program, offered by… Continue reading.

Powering communities with smart solutions

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Posted on Dec 27, 2025 in A Co-op Perspective, Boone Power, Carroll White REMC, Fulton County REMC, Heartland REMC, Jasper County REMC, Jay County REMC, Kankakee Valley REMC, Kosciusko REMC, LaGrange County REMC, Marshall County REMC, Miami-Cass REMC, Newton County REMC, Noble REMC, Steuben County REMC, Warren County REMC

As we step into 2026, I’ve been reflecting on the priorities that drive our work. Each year brings its own challenges and opportunities, but one thing remains constant: our commitment to providing affordable, reliable electricity to the communities we serve. That guides everything we do at Wabash Valley Power Alliance. Every day, I’m focused on… Continue reading.

A reason to celebrate

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Posted on Dec 27, 2025 in A Co-op Perspective, Bartholomew County REMC, Clark County REMC, Daviess-Martin County REMC, Decatur County REMC, Dubois REC, Harrison REMC, Henry County REMC, Jackson County REMC, Orange County REMC, Southern Indiana Power, WIN Energy REMC

The Hoosier Energy Apprenticeship Training & Safety (HEATS) program held its 2025 graduation ceremony on Oct. 17 in French Lick. It was the largest attendance at a graduation since 2022, when three years’ worth of graduates were honored due to COVID-19 restrictions. The 2025 ceremony had 60 graduates and 363 attendees. That brings the total… Continue reading.