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7 COOPERATIVE PRINCIPLES We follow seven cooperative principles to guide our decisions: WHOLE HOME GENERATORS For the safety of our lineman, please let us know if you have a whole home generator. UPDATE YOUR INFO Please update your contact information. We need an accurate phone number and email to keep you informed about electric or… Continue reading.
Celebrating National Lineworker Appreciation Day
As the CEO of Jackson County REMC, I am privileged to lead a team of dedicated professionals who work tirelessly to ensure the smooth operation of our services. Among these remarkable individuals are our lineworkers, whose unwavering commitment to excellence and safety is inspiring. This year, National Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 8. We would… Continue reading.
A plan to safely restore power
Tornadoes or other weather-related disasters often bring widespread power outages. Most electric utilities follow a similar methodical plan that ensures power is restored to the greatest number of people in the shortest amount of time in the safest manner possible. Indiana’s electric cooperatives utilize this priority system when line crews are working on outages. Priority… Continue reading.
Director requirements
The 2024 Jackson County REMC hybrid Annual Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 18, at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. One of the main features of the meeting will be the election of three directors to three-year terms on the cooperative’s board. Nominating committees were selected at the March 2024 board meeting and will prepare slates… Continue reading.
Summer Cooperative Camp registration open
For some, summer means hot days sitting around the pool, sleeping in, or late-night campfires. Summer is healing and often cherished as a time for memorable family traditions and activities. For others, it means more time to be productive. For Henry County REMC, it means that Summer Camp is right around the corner! Henry County… Continue reading.
Four reasons for you to vote!
Electric car show set for April 20
Heartland REMC scholarship deadline is June 1
Heartland REMC will once more be offering scholarships to financially assist students of the REMC members. This year’s Annual Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, June 22. The names of 20 eligible winners will be drawn at random and announced near the close of the co-op’s business meeting. Under the guidelines, winning students will receive $500… Continue reading.
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Clearing a path to reliability
Trees are majestic, beautiful, and good for the soul. But we also know that our members depend on us to deliver reliable power to their homes and businesses. That’s why Heartland REMC strives to balance maintaining the beautiful surroundings we all cherish with ensuring reliable electricity. You might not realize it, but there are several… Continue reading.