By Mary Sexton The current DIY boom is a result of millions of remote workers being reminded daily of the need for home improvements. After structural fixes and replacement needs are met, the focus moves to aesthetic enhancements. Accent (or feature) walls have been popular for years, but they’re not just about using an alternate… Continue reading.
Seeking a getaway made in the shade? Shades State Park is a place that lives up to its name. Located in west north-central Indiana straddling the Montgomery/Parke/Fountain county junction, this nature lover’s paradise is a favorite for hikers and canoeists. Its beautiful sandstone cliffs overlook Sugar Creek and trails take you through shady ravines. Trails go… Continue reading.
Taking care of your teeth may be part of YOUR daily routine, but do you also give your pet’s choppers that same kind of care? You should. Just as it is for humans, dental health is important to your pet’s overall health. Dental issues can lead to — or be a sign of — other… Continue reading.
As a service to our readers and to promote electrical safety, here is a recent recall notice provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Visit www.cpsc.gov/en/recalls for full details of this recall and for notices of many more. Generators may overheat ECHO is recalling one of its generators due to fire and burn hazards. … Continue reading.
As I’ve noted before in my past columns, the energy industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation as consumer demand for more renewable energy sources grows, and innovation and technology continue to advance exponentially. You’re likely witnessing this energy evolution first-hand. In driving across the region, you may have noticed fields of solar panels owned by… Continue reading.
Power outages are never convenient. Sometimes, it’s no mystery why we are left in the dark, like when lightning and thunder rattle windows and walls. Other times, an outage may come out of the blue. The length of time it takes to restore power will vary by the cause. Warren County REMC shares outage information… Continue reading.
It’s one of the oldest battles: the never-ending squabble over the thermostat. Who gets temperature controlling rights in your home? And do a few degrees really matter when it comes to paying your bill at the end of each month? Even though it can take a fiery debate for all parties to agree on a… Continue reading.
SEI Fiber is a division of Southeastern Indiana REMC and a joint venture between Southeastern Indiana REMC and SEI Communications. Leveraging SEI Communications’ expertise with fiber optic internet will allow Southeastern Indiana REMC to manage a modern, connected electric utility while serving our rural community with high-speed internet. Dependable, reliable, high-speed internet has become a… Continue reading.
As your local electric utility co-op, we provide a number of programs and services. Our vegetation management plan was implemented to control the growth of trees and other woody-stemmed vegetation around equipment and rights-of-way. Southeastern Indiana REMC spends considerable amounts of money every year to trim trees to avoid tree-to-line contact. Stormy weather can blow… Continue reading.
Have you ever noticed your lights blink during a thunderstorm? Or perhaps you’ve noticed a blinking microwave clock when you arrive home. When this happens, you’ve likely experienced a brief disruption to your electric service which could result from a power surge or blink. While the symptoms of surges and blinks can appear similar, what’s… Continue reading.
Most of us use electricity, either directly or indirectly, at almost all times. Because electricity is so abundant and available with the simple flip of a switch, it’s easy to take it for granted. According to the Energy Information Agency (EIA), the typical U.S. household now uses more air conditioning, appliances and consumer electronics than… Continue reading.
