You’ve likely noticed Bartholomew County REMC’s crews out and about, working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community. It’s no secret that a lineworker’s job is tough –– but it’s a job that’s essential and must be done, often in challenging conditions. This month, as we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on April 11,… Continue reading.

2022 Virtual Annual Meeting  Thursday, June 16 | 7 p.m. Annual Meeting meet and greet. A free parking pass to our day at the fair on June 28 will be in the annual meeting voting packet, mailed in May. Day at the Fair — June 28 See you at the Bartholomew County Fair! Office closing… Continue reading.

Looking to plant some trees this spring? Remember to call 811 before digging and follow this helpful chart to make sure you are planting trees safely.

When severe weather hits, we respond quickly and make repairs that restore service to the largest number of people in the shortest amount of time. Who gets their power restored first? How do we make those decisions?  Bartholomew County REMC’s intent is to restore power as quickly and as safely as possible. These are the… Continue reading.

Electric Lawn Equipment  Apply for an electric lawn equipment incentive in 2022. Rebate now available for corded or battery-powered options of: Push or self-propelled lawnmowers String trimmers Leaf blowers There are many advantages to electric lawn equipment technologies, No oil to change. No pesky spark plugs or fuel filters. Traditionally quieter than fossil fuel engines No need… Continue reading.

Save the date! in-person annual meeting June 11 Details to come. Official notice in May magazine.

April 2: Beth Welch, executive assistant (21st)  April 20: Ann Charlton, meter tech (28th) April 30: Greg Sutton, journeyman/lineman (43rd)

On which day was the first Steuben County REMC board meeting held? A. Aug. 26, 1934       B. Aug. 27, 1935       C. Aug. 28, 1936       D. Aug. 29, 1937    Answer: B

Lineman Appreciation Day: April 11 Office Closed for Good Friday: April 15 Easter Sunday: April 17 PowerShift Deadline: May 15 In-Person Annual Meeting: June 11 Operation Round Up Application Deadlines:June 24, Sept. 23, Dec. 30

You’ve likely noticed Steuben County REMC’s crews out and about, working on power lines and other electrical equipment in our community. It’s no secret that a lineworker’s job is tough — but it’s a job that’s essential and must be done, often in challenging conditions. This month, we celebrate lineworkers, the power behind our power…. Continue reading.