By Richard G. Biever When Robyn and Jason Thompson tied the knot in 1998, she warned him the rope was attached to more than just her. “She told me when I married her, I married the land,” Jason said. “And she wasn’t lying.” That land is a 70-acre farm in eastern Morgan County. Once covering… Continue reading.

Ever since preschool conditioned us to expect mid-morning orange slices or crackers spread with peanut butter, snack time has become a high point in many of our days. These between-meal indulgences treat tummies and tastebuds to craveable salty, sweet or savory flavors before the “hangries” hit. And that’s a good thing for everyone concerned!  Snacks… Continue reading.

STAY Things that bring you joy and comfort Things that are essential to you living your best life Things that add to your overall well-being Family heirlooms Physical photos Anything difficult to replace Essential documents Personal keepsakes Handwritten notes of significance GO Old cords Old calendars or planners Old takeout menus Glasses with an outdated… Continue reading.

Metal three-shelf storage carts, which can be purchased at craft and department stores, have become a staple item in many homes. They’re relatively inexpensive, come in several colors and are easy to assemble. Since they have wheels, you can easily move them around the house if you need to. Storage carts can serve a variety… Continue reading.

Those everything-in-their-place pictures you see in home decorating magazines may be your inspiration when you’re hoping to tidy up your abode but how do you actually get your home to look like that? Before we tackle the “how-to’s” let’s review the “what not-to-do’s.”  Don’t buy organizational supplies before measuring and decluttering.  Those sleek shelving units… Continue reading.

While you’re checking off the items on that back-to-school list, you might want to consider adding SEI Fiber to the list.   Fast and reliable internet is an important part of your student’s education. It helps he or she download assignments, upload homework, and access resources. It also helps he or she connect with classmates… Continue reading.

A scholarship is a great source of financial aid for college students, which is why high school seniors (and their parents) put so much effort into applying for as many scholarships as possible. Some require students to write essays, others are awarded based on academic achievements or athletic ability, and others are based on majors,… Continue reading.

Rebate for a new constructed water heater or replacing a gas or electric water heater. Requirements: Rebated equipment must be installed in primary residence. Must be a heat pump or hybrid water heater. Need to be minimum 40 gallonall-in-one units. Submission must be within 90 days of installation date. Purchase date must be between Jan…. Continue reading.

It’s no secret that consumers with a water, gas or electricity connection have long been targets for utility scams, but fraudsters have changed their tactics since the COVID-19 pandemic. As consumers became more reliant on technology for work, school and commerce, scammers noted these shifts and adapted their tactics to this changed environment.  While scam… Continue reading.

Indiana Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for incoming high school seniors from our cooperative family. Students travel to the nation’s capital to learn about public service, our nation’s history and the electric cooperative story. Noble REMC was fortunate to sponsor two students on the Indiana Youth Tour June 16-23 — Miriam… Continue reading.

Cooperative, community and camp came together June 8-11, when Noble REMC was fortunate to sponsor Churubusco Junior-Senior High School student Alex Dreibelbis, in photo above, at Camp Kilowatt in Brookston. Students entering seventh grade this fall were eligible to attend. The students’ agenda combined traditional outdoor camp activities with environmental education, electrical safety practices and… Continue reading.