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At LaGrange County REMC, we are constantly striving to improve our operational efficiency so we can provide the most reliable electric service possible for our members (that’s you!). We rely on data for nearly every aspect of our operations, which is why we need your help. By making sure we have your most accurate and… Continue reading.
Second to none
Where were you in 1973? Many of you may not have been born yet. Only nine current co-op employees were at that time. But that’s the year a 23-year-old Terry Helmer walked down the street from the downtown Kroger to see if LaGrange County REMC was hiring. He started the next Monday. He learned his… Continue reading.
Ask the energy advisor
I love the imagination of a child. Recently I listened to a conversation between two kids about the noises they heard in their home and the applied logic they used to deduce the residence of a ghost. Once I stopped laughing and could focus on their stories, I began to piece together, in my mind,… Continue reading.
Doing things a little differently
The annual meeting is on a new date in 2020 to help accommodate our members with busy weekends in the summer. This year, the LaGrange County REMC Annual Meeting will take place on Friday, June 12, from 4:30-7 p.m. While it’s on a new date, you can expect the same great fun with a free… Continue reading.
Get involved!
LaGrange County REMC is led by you. If you want to be in the room where decisions regarding the future of the cooperative are made, now is the time to pick up and complete a petition for a seat on our board of directors. The board is made up of seven individuals who represent their… Continue reading.
Rounding up, giving back
With New Year’s resolutions going strong – or taking a backseat for a little while (no judgment!) – one thing our members can rely on is the fact that their contributions to Operation Round Up are continuing to benefit their community. The most recent distribution of Operation Round Up funds are being put to use… Continue reading.
Monitor your burn this spring
LaGrange County REMC is asking local residents to say something if they see something. With warming temperatures approaching, residents will be spending more time outside, with a number working on their landscaping. For some in the more rural areas, this includes burning ditches to get rid of weed and brush. Unfortunately, if the fire isn’t… Continue reading.
Up for election
Members of Heartland REMC will vote for three board seats at this year’s annual meeting in June. Up for election this year are: • District 8 (incumbent director is Joh Smith); • District 11 (incumbent director is Alan Schlagenhauf); • District 31 (incumbent director is Doug Wilcox). Potential candidates have until April 10 to file for nomination. To… Continue reading.
3 DIY efficiency projects
By Garrett Keiser Spring brings renewal — and new opportunities to save energy and money. You may think energy efficiency upgrades require a great deal of time and expense, but that’s not always the case. If you’re interested in making your home more efficient but don’t want to break the bank, there are several DIY… Continue reading.
Looking back
As excited as I am about 2020 and the opportunities REMC has to keep serving our members with excellence, it’s important to look back from time to time and see where we’ve been. Here are a few of the highlights from 2019. Record-breaking participation Since 1939, REMC has allowed members to choose the men and… Continue reading.
