Humble, dependable, knowledgeable, kind, organized, good listener, servant leader These are just a few words that the employees of Decatur County REMC used to describe the backbone of our organization, Larry Scheidler. After 20 years of service at Decatur County REMC, Scheidler retires this month. Scheidler joined DCREMC in 1999 after an already lengthy and… Continue reading.
• Vice Chairman Steve AmRhein called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and Jason Barnhorst kept minutes of the meeting. • All members of the board were present. Also present was DCREMC CEO Brett Abplanalp and DCREMC staff members Jennie Meyer and Jeanne Loechle. • Upon motion by Michael Brelage, seconded by Dale Wernke,… Continue reading.
Watch out for the list of unclaimed patronage capital refund checks from Steuben County REMC’s 2016 general retirement. The list will be published at the end of the month at remcsteuben.com/capitalcredits. The checks were for former members served by Steuben County REMC in the year 1985 and were returned to us as “undeliverable” by the… Continue reading.
National Farm Safety and Health Week is Sept. 15-21 Farmers and farm family members face dangers every day. Although tragedies such as tractor rollovers and grain bin suffocation receive the most attention, electrocution and electrical burn accidents are frequent on farms. The simple movement of a portable grain auger from one bin to another can… Continue reading.
Extension cords and power tools • Check power tools and electrical cords to make sure they are in good condition. Power tools should be designed for outdoor use. • Extension cords should be designed for outdoor use. They are thicker, more durable and have features for preventing moisture damage. • Use three-wire extension cords with… Continue reading.
As summer winds down and fall begins, outdoor activities such as swimming, camping and hiking are rewarding ways to connect with nature before the chill of winter sets in. However, a few common-sense precautions can help to ensure a safe, fun excursion. When planning your outdoor trip, make certain you know the area and weather… Continue reading.
There’s a quiet transformation happening across the nation. America’s smaller communities are changing in remarkable ways — while holding steadfastly to the values that, for generations, have made them the places people choose to build a better life for themselves and their families. Small towns now are all about embracing the beauty of a simpler… Continue reading.
Do you know an organization, club or a local group working on a project that could greatly benefit from Operation Round Up? Send it our way! We’re still accepting applications until Sept. 13. Remember: ORU is funded by you, our member-consumers, by rounding up your electric bill to the nearest dollar amount each month. Have… Continue reading.
Each member receives a $50 bill credit. Winners were: Connie Thorpe — New Service John Groves — Service Order
