We have all heard a similar phrase: “In times of crisis, everyone pulls together.“ Over the past few weeks, that phrase has been proven at your cooperative.  Planning for a health emergency, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, is unlike other business planning. Your cooperative had to be prepared to operate with a significantly smaller workforce,… Continue reading.

When you think about the people you interact with at your local electric cooperative, you might think of the customer service representative who you spoke to with a question about your service. Perhaps you recall the lineworkers you saw working outside your home during the last rainstorm or snowstorm. Regardless of who you interacted with… Continue reading.

Kankakee Valley REMC offers many convenient payment options. The best part is, there are no fees for these convenient methods.  Credit Card & Bank Draft Through this method, your credit or debit card is drafted each month on the due date.  When using a bank draft, your savings or checking account will be drafted monthly… Continue reading.

Due to the nationwide concerns of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), and following the recommendation of the U.S. Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) to limit large gatherings, the board of directors and management of Kankakee Valley REMC have decided to postpone the Kankakee Valley REMC Annual Meeting. It was originally scheduled for June 4, 2020…. Continue reading.

Your cooperative has been actively taking part in conversations both internally and with community leaders about the broadband needs in the rural areas.  We recognize that many people in the communities that we serve still lack access to broadband service.   Bringing broadband to the community presents new challenges beyond our core mission of providing… Continue reading.

You’ve heard the saying, “desperate times call for desperate measures” but here at Decatur County REMC when things get tough, we rely on our resourcefulness to remain consistent and committed to serving you.   The recent coronavirus pandemic has drastically impacted society creating desperate times for many throughout our communities.  We recognize the stress this… Continue reading.

Lineworkers serve on the front lines of our nation’s energy needs. On April 13, Harrison REMC, along with other electric cooperatives across the country, will honor the brave men and women who work hard to keep the lights on.  Line crews work around the clock, sometimes in difficult and dangerous conditions, to keep power flowing… Continue reading.