With schools closed and many individuals losing their jobs, local food pantries saw a spike in demand. Kankakee Valley REMC Operation Round Up Trust recognizes that local food pantries are the lifeline for many. That’s why the Operation Round Up Trust recently donated $20,000 to area food pantries. Food pantries have been applying for… Continue reading.
Brush upkeep and tree trimming does more than keep your yard looking nice. It’s also a vital part of keeping the power to your home or business flowing efficiently and safely. Starting in July, Kankakee Valley REMC’s hired contractors will be performing right-of-way maintenance on summer foliage that poses a risk to the functionality of… Continue reading.
Due to the nationwide concerns about coronavirus (COVID-19) the KV REMC Annual Meeting has been rescheduled for Sept. 10. Since the director elections coincide with the annual meeting, we changed the required directorship meeting to June 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the KV REMC headquarters. Candidates who do not attend the meeting will not be… Continue reading.
Students returning to Boone Grove High School last fall were surprised to see the gym floor’s new look – and not just because it had been resurfaced. The Porter Township School Corporation received $25,000 in Power Moves® rebates from Kankakee Valley REMC. The school corporation received the rebates for upgrading Boone Grove’s lighting and fixtures… Continue reading.
It seems our world has changed in the blink of an eye, but Harrison REMC’s commitment to the membership is the same. We know you’re focused on keeping your family safe, and the co-op is focused on powering your world — however that may look. We’re here for you. Our team is proud to power… Continue reading.
Ah, summer. Cookouts, swimming pools, camping — it’s the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. And when it’s time to come back indoors, there’s nothing better than that cool blast you feel from your home’s air conditioning unit. Your heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system is essential to keeping your… Continue reading.
There are many ways that Harrison REMC provides you with safe, reliable electrical service. One of the most common, and crucial ways is referred to as right-of-way clearing (or vegetation management). A right-of-way (ROW) refers to a strip of land underneath or around power lines that Harrison REMC has the right and responsibility to maintain… Continue reading.
Social distancing can be hard on anyone, but it is especially challenging for young kids (and their parents). What can you do when school is out and you need to stay home? Here are some tips on how you can destroy boredom and keep your kids entertained! Keep Them Moving Kids need to exercise, too!… Continue reading.
It’s a familiar scene in Boone REMC territory: poles and wires stretching into the distance alongside a rural road. This image might appear no different now than it did many years ago. But look more closely. Invisible to most of us is an overlay of new equipment ––chips, sensors and fiber –– linking remote distribution… Continue reading.
The summer sun quickly drives up outdoor temperatures. Rather than perpetually running your air conditioner, some strategic planning can save you energy, leading to lower electric use. Steps you can take to reduce your energy costs are to: Open the windows on cool summer evenings and nights. A cool breeze in the evening and overnight… Continue reading.
