As the weather begins to cool this month and we focus on end-of-season yardwork and outdoor projects, its a good time to review some essential outdoor electrical safety tips. Whether trimming trees, cleaning up storm debris, or putting away summer equipment, keeping safety in mind can prevent serious accidents. Heres what every Heartland REMC member… Continue reading.

Since 2014, Heartland REMCs Operation Round Up program has proven that small acts of generosity can lead to big community wins. By rounding up the monthly electric bill to the nearest dollar, Heartland REMC members collectively raise funds distributed as grants to local nonprofits, schools, and community projects. The best part? Most members only donate… Continue reading.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly popular tool for many industries and our daily lives. AI is a hot topic sometimes exciting, sometimes a little scary. It has the potential to bring many opportunities and a few challenges to the electric utility sector. But machine learning takes time, and were still in the process… Continue reading.

Summer wrapped up fast this year. One week we were grilling and sweating, and next its football on TV and pumpkin-flavored everything at the store. The mornings are cooler, the days are getting shorter, and like clockwork, that Green Day song pops into my head Wake Me Up When September Ends. While the weathers still… Continue reading.

Autumn is a great time for home upgrades and DIY projects. This short period of moderate temperatures is the best time to work on projects that might require being up in an attic or having windows or doors open. Here are a few projects that can help you save energy and money and increase the… Continue reading.

Five local organizations received a total of $12,000 in grants from the Dubois REC Operation Round Up program. These funds are available with the help of members who allow their electric bill to be rounded up a few cents to the next dollar each month. The details of each grant and the project it will… Continue reading.

Everyone is looking for ways to streamline tasks throughout the day, and the Smarthub app from Dubois REC can help you do just that. Whether you want to set up your account to be paid by automatic bank draft (ACH) or recurring credit or debit card, you will avoid late fees and be entered in… Continue reading.

Matt Stemle has been hired as the new warehouse coordinator. He and his wife, Jenny, have two children Owen and Grant. Stemle enjoys hunting and fishing, as well as spending time with family and friends. He is an active member and board member of Patoka Hills Quail and Upland Game Alliance. Reid Haas has been… Continue reading.

Conserving electricity during peak energy use times not only lowers your monthly bill, but it can also benefit our entire community. Peak times refer to periods of the day when the demand for electricity is highest. Think early mornings when people are getting ready for work or school, and evenings when families return home, cook… Continue reading.