After 34 years of dedicated service, Mark Sowder officially hung up his hard hat and retired this past April. He joined the co-op in 1992 as a meter reader after working at Valpo Lumber. Three years later, he moved into a groundman role before transitioning to the metering department as a meter technician in 2000…. Continue reading.
Brush upkeep and tree trimming are vital to keeping your power flowing efficiently and safely. That is why we contract trained, certified vegetation control specialists once a year to remove summer foliage that may threaten the functionality of your electricity. The Daltons, Inc., will perform upkeep as part of our right-of-way maintenance spraying program. The focus… Continue reading.
If you’re planning to use balloons for outdoor celebrations this summer, it’s important to keep safety in mind, especially when it comes to metal-coated Mylar balloons. Mylar balloons pose a serious risk to electric systems and are linked to thousands of power outages each year. A simple gust of wind can carry a balloon into overhead… Continue reading.
Across Indiana, there is growing discussion about the future of electricity — how we keep it reliable, how we meet increasing demand, and how we do all of that while keeping costs affordable for the families and businesses who depend on it. At Boone Power, these are discussions we take seriously because the people we… Continue reading.
By Juli Knutson Photos by Collin Stroup, Stroup Media Libraries have long fostered a love of reading, learning, and connection through books, videos, puzzles, and community programming. Today, they have evolved into vibrant community hubs, filled with new creative opportunities for all ages. The Boone Power Recording Studio at the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library’s Whitestown… Continue reading.
As spring transitions into summer, it’s the perfect time to refresh your home and your energy habits. Warmer days often mean higher energy use, especially as air conditioners begin working harder. The good news? A few simple steps now can help you stay comfortable and keep your energy bills in check all season long. Start… Continue reading.
As a member-owned cooperative, your involvement is what powers our mission. Your participation is a direct expression of the cooperative principle of democratic member control. District 1 Director Danny Lawson, District 2 Director Tom Dull, and District 3 Director Mark Gruninger have each been re-elected to serve new three-year terms. As a thank you, all participating members… Continue reading.
By Jeff Conrad In Indiana, the month of May brings a familiar rhythm. The Indianapolis 500 captures our attention, and with it comes the language of racing, preparation, precision, teamwork, and strategy. Drivers don’t just show up on race day and hope for the best. Success is built through months of planning, testing, and coordination… Continue reading.
Back in January, Winter Storm Fern blanketed the southern United States with damaging ice, unusually cold temperatures, and widespread power outages. As a result, electric cooperatives did what cooperatives always do — they put the principle of Cooperation Among Cooperatives into action. After the storm, linemen from five Hoosier Energy member cooperatives headed to Mississippi… Continue reading.
In this month’s issue, you will notice a few changes to the magazine. First, we have refreshed the magazine’s design. We have an almost entirely new magazine team, including myself, since the last redesign six years ago. Our team is always working to produce the best magazine possible for our readers, and we felt it… Continue reading.
