Benton County’s two most prominent claims to fame both pertain to the “harness” — as in harness racing and harnessing the wind. At the turn of the 20th century, harness racing was one of the most popular sports in the nation. And into the limelight paced Dan Patch, a dark bay Standardbred stallion who went… Continue reading.
By Kevin Carpenter Wi-Fi enabled devices allow users to stream movies or ask a virtual assistant such as Amazon’s Alexa about the weather. Some homeowners also use Wi-Fi gadgets to better control energy use in their homes. As technology has improved, more devices that increase homeowners’ comfort have become available. Some new thermostats can be… Continue reading.
Some of the coolest new tech for your home will chill you out in the summer and keep you toasty in the winter – while reducing your carbon footprint and lowering your energy costs. If your home is cooled by an air source heat pump, the system also heats your home in the winter. And… Continue reading.
Cooperative leaders formed Hoosier Energy in 1949 to help electrify rural communities. Today, the generation and transmission cooperative serves 18 member systems in southern and central Indiana and southeastern Illinois. At the heart of the cooperative culture is an honest desire to provide services that value reliability, affordability and sustainability. These aspects connect to Hoosier… Continue reading.
I never would have imagined when we were planning our first-ever virtual meeting last year, that we would be planning our second for this year. But here we are, doing just that. An in-person meeting takes months to plan to ensure we have a location that can hold the 500-700 people who usually attend, secure catering… Continue reading.
Counted seven board members attending via teleconference. Attorney, Jeremy Fetty also attended via teleconference. WVPA board report was given by Scott Marschand. Schwartz presented the monthly CEO report. Minutes from the previous board meeting were approved. Financial report given by Schwartz. February monthly operating, member services and safety reports were reviewed and approved. Set the… Continue reading.
Must be enrolled and attend any two-year, four-year or technical school as a full time student for the fall semester 2021 (you are no longer required to be a graduating senior). You or your parents/guardians must be members of Miami-Cass REMC. A student is not eligible if he/she has been previously awarded a scholarship by… Continue reading.
Along with linemen, one of the most visible positions at an electric co-op is the member services representative. Miami-Cass REMC would like to spotlight our member service representatives — Karen Chester and Michelle Hays. Karen Chester started her career at the REMC in October 1988. Prior to that, she worked at the Miami County Courthouse…. Continue reading.
I’d like to discuss the recent and unprecedented wintry weather that barreled into Texas and knocked out power across the state. Reports stated 3 million people were without electricity days after the storm had passed. The winter storm will lead officials to reevaluate the electric grid to prevent a similar event in the future. Could… Continue reading.
Warren County REMC held its 2021 annual meeting on Wednesday, March 31, at 7 p.m. at the REMC office. The meeting was held virtually to follow current COVID-19 guidelines. A total of 342 members returned their completed election ballots (printed in the March Indiana Connection) in support of nominated board members: Dwain R. Akers; David… Continue reading.
