Member Appreciation DayOct. 2411 a.m. – 2 p.m.

In October, electric cooperatives across the country take time to celebrate National Co-op Month and reflect on the unique advantages of being part of a cooperative. It’s also the perfect time to thank you, the members who make it all possible. For us, it’s not just a celebration. It’s a chance to reaffirm the values… Continue reading.

How to compute your monthly electric bill: Use this information to figure your bill for electric use in October. Rate Schedule for Standard ServiceStandard Service Consumer Charge…$36Standard Service Energy Charge……..$0.1124 Wholesale Power Cost Tracker…………$0.0194187 Total bill x Indiana sales tax……………….7% Example for 1200 kWhStandard Service Consumer Charge…$361.200 kWh @ $0.1124………………………$134.88 Wholesale Power Cost Tracker 1…. Continue reading.

Protecting yourself online doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. A few simple habits can dramatically reduce your risk of falling victim to cybercrime. While you can never be hackproof, you can become resilient in the online world. These simple steps will help shield your personal information, protect your online accounts, and keep your devices… Continue reading.

This month, we congratulate Michael Holt, fiber coordinator, as he marks five years of service to the cooperative! We appreciate his hard work, and dedication to the co-op and our members.

October is National Co-Op Month, a time when more than 300,000 cooperatives across the country celebrate what makes us unique. At your cooperative, that starts with you, our membership. Eighty-six years ago, local leaders came together to bring electricity to rural families who would have otherwise been without it. Their vision was simple: neighbors helping… Continue reading.

In the 1930s, it didnt happen overnight. Bringing electricity to rural homes and farms took grit, determination, and a commitment to doing things right. That same cooperative spirit is driving us today as we bring reliable, high-speed fiber internet to our communities. We know youre ready and were working as quickly and safely as we… Continue reading.

Broadband demand is surging across the nation, and the numbers tell a powerful story. According to OpenVaults recently released Broadband Insights Report, for the second quarter of 2025, the average U.S. household is using 71 more gigabytes of download data and over seven more gigabytes of upload data each month than a year ago. Whats… Continue reading.

Congratulations to Paulding Putnam Lineman Austin Wisner for earning first place Overall Journeyman at the recent Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo. Wisner was a member of a larger team that included linemen Terry Minic and David Taylor. He showed incredible skill in three tough events: Switching out gear and climbing down a pole without breaking… Continue reading.

Members recently donated $11,020 to nine local charities and community . projects through the cooperatives Operation Round Up program. Thanks to the 80% of members who round up their electric bills and donate to this fund, Paulding Putnam has provided more than $765,432 to northwest Ohio and northeast Indiana communities since 2010. Participating members round… Continue reading.

As we celebrate National Co-op Month, its the perfect time to reflect on how we stand apart from other businesses. Born when big utilities refused to serve rural areas, co-ops stepped up to power farms, homes, and small towns transforming communities and leveling the playing field with their city neighbors. Today, electric co-ops support local… Continue reading.