As of July 1, drivers are prohibited from using handheld devices while driving on Indiana roads. The new legislation, intended to combat distracted driving, prohibits drivers from holding or using a handheld mobile device while operating a moving vehicle. When drivers are distracted, accidents often occur. Many times, when drivers veer off roads they hit… Continue reading.

Boone REMC will partner with several entities to provide electric service to the town of Thorntown in the event of a power outage or equipment testing. Boone REMC began construction on the project near SR 75 in Thorntown. Duke Energy has financed the project and will complete their construction following Boone REMC’s portion.  Currently, there… Continue reading.

Distribution poles can be found all along roads and neighborhoods, bringing power into homes and businesses. To keep the system working properly, Boone REMC regularly inspects the lines and occasionally finds a few poles that need to be replaced. If a pole needs to be replaced, Boone REMC does its best to keep members in… Continue reading.

Set thermostats to 78 degrees Fahrenheit in summer. Install a programmable thermostat to save even more. Run ceiling paddle fans on medium, blowing down in summer. Turn off ceiling fans when leaving the room. Fans cool people, not rooms. When installing new air filters, make sure they are facing in the correct direction (look for… Continue reading.

By Emily Schilling One of my favorite Christmas traditions is watching Hallmark Channel Christmas movies.  Typically, these movies are “happily ever after” flicks that also provide viewers with the holiday of their dreams: small towns decked out to the nines, festively decorated homes, plates of cookies and mugs of hot cocoa, Christmas caroling, snowman building… Continue reading.

As we continue to navigate through the next several months, Harrison REMC is doing everything we can to keep our members and employees safe while still providing reliable electricity. As many of you know, the annual meeting scheduled for April 7 was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since that time, the board of directors… Continue reading.

Harrison REMC offers a service that allows members to authorize the REMC to send text, email, or phone notifications to alert them to specific messages from the co-op. Below is a list of notifications that are offered by the co-op.  Invoice Processed: A message indicating your REMC bill has been generated. TWO-Day Reminder: Sent two… Continue reading.

Soaring temperatures during the summer can cause electric bills to skyrocket. This summer, take a vacation from high electric bills by making your home — and your family’s habits — more energy efficient. Beat the Heat Air conditioning helps most of us beat the sweltering summer heat. Proper maintenance and smart use of your home’s… Continue reading.

Drivers are now prohibited from using handheld devices while driving on Indiana roads. The new legislation intended to combat distracted driving prohibits drivers from holding or using a handheld mobile device while operating a moving vehicle.  A few facts about the new law:  Violators can be fined up to $500 and lose their driver’s license… Continue reading.