Thanks to all of our members who joined us for the virtual Annual Meeting that aired on Facebook on Friday, June 12. In the director election, Mike Huppenthal was unopposed in District 1 and was reelected. In District 2, incumbent Terry Holsinger defeated challenger, Brett Bateman, and was reelected. More than 600 members voted in… Continue reading.
LaGrange County REMC‘s mission: Safe, reliable, affordable energy, services and solutions that improve the quality of life for our communities. It’s not just electricity anymore. At LaGrange County REMC, we are also committed to delivering reliable, high-quality internet service to the communities we serve. As broadband becomes essential for work, education, entertainment, healthcare, and agriculture,… Continue reading.
As we settle into the heat of July, our homes naturally use more electricity. Air conditioners run longer, refrigerators work harder, and daily routines — from cooking dinner to doing laundry — often overlap during the warmest parts of the day. That’s also when the demand for electricity across our community is at its highest…. Continue reading.
Hoosier Energy has announced that the Lanesville solar site will be taken out of service in mid-2026. After reviewing the site’s operations, Hoosier Energy determined that it is no longer operating reliably and would require major repairs to keep online. Because the equipment is aging and no longer supported, investing additional funds in the site… Continue reading.
New Albany, Indiana | Open Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 12 to 5 p.m. The Sporting Club is a premier outdoor sporting and event venue offering sporting clays, archery, and one-of-a-kind experiences in a scenic, relaxed setting. It has been in business since 2020 and is owned by Joe Crea and Ben… Continue reading.
Harrison REMC is always looking for ways to support our youth. We are proud of you and your accomplishments. Best of luck to all of you!
In the June issue of Indiana Connection magazine, Boone Power introduced members to its new optional time-of-use pilot program. Members can take a closer look and decide whether the rate option is a good fit for their household. Unlike a traditional electric rate, a time-of-use rate varies based on when electricity is used. Members who… Continue reading.
Have questions about Boone Power’s new optional time-of-use pilot program? Join us for an in-depth look at how the optional rate works, why the cooperative is offering it, and how it may benefit members who can shift some energy use to lower-cost times of day. During this Member Ambassadors of the Cooperative event, we will… Continue reading.
Photos and story by Nicole Griffin Inside the Whitestown Unit of the Boys and Girls Club of Boone County, the glow of gaming PCs and the sound of friendly competition fill the club’s new E-Sports & Gaming Lounge. It’s a space where middle school students build teamwork, communication, and technology skills through gaming. “This is… Continue reading.
Did you know that it took 117 years for “The Star-Spangled Banner” to become the United States national anthem? Before 1931, several patriotic songs were used at official functions without official designation. One of the first was “Hail Columbia” which was written for George Washington’s 1789 inauguration. Composed by German immigrant Philip Phile, lyrics were… Continue reading.
By Julie Young Although fireworks displays are a traditional part of our Independence Day celebrations, nearly 15,000 people are treated in emergency rooms for fireworks-related injuries each year. While some accidents are the result of amateurs attempting to launch professional-grade explosives, others are caused by legal fireworks that stay on the ground and can be… Continue reading.
What do the terms semiquincentennial, bisesquicentennial, sestercentennial, and quarter millennium have in common? They are all very long words used to describe a very big anniversary. Why are there so many names for America’s 250th birthday? Mainly because it’s such a rare achievement that it lacks a simple, easy-to-pronounce English word for it. As a… Continue reading.
