Co-op Solar is a community solar program that makes it easy for members to use solar energy without the cost or hassle of rooftop solar. When you participate in Co-op Solar, you purchase a block of solar power. Our wholesale power provider owns and maintains the solar arrays, so there’s no equipment to purchase or… Continue reading.
Boone Power members gathered on the evening of Tuesday, March 3, to learn more about the regional electric grid. Our guest speaker was Dana Cochran, manager of stakeholder relations at the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO). She provided an overview of MISO to help Boone Power members understand how large-scale grid operations influence the delivery… Continue reading.
Wake up, go to school, practice football. It was a typical autumn day in 2021 for Ryan Taylor as a junior at Western Boone High School. But a big surprise awaited Ryan at home. A 35-foot surprise, to be exact — an electric utility pole stretching into the sky over Ryan’s backyard. “I was shocked… Continue reading.
If you opened your January electric bill and thought, “That seems high,” you weren’t alone. When bills jump, it’s natural to ask what changed. One question I’ve heard quite a bit lately is whether data centers and large energy users are driving up electricity costs. Here’s what I can tell you. In February, we announced… Continue reading.
In today’s digital age, generation and transmission cooperatives like Hoosier Energy have become increasingly data driven. Since, until recently, that data resided in a variety of forms and locales, cohesivenesswas elusive. However, over the past two years, Hoosier Energy’s transmission assets and scheduling team has set out to unify that information — from vegetation management… Continue reading.
Every community has its own unique attributes that make it attractive to new or expanding businesses. Those attributes are key for successful economic development — which leads to job creation and economic growth. Electric cooperatives like yours work hand-in-hand with local and regional economic development corporations to foster growth and development opportunities. This is an… Continue reading.
By Brian D. Smith Winter’s done and spring’s begun. Tired of living on the run? Maybe it’s time for a breather — nothing grandiose, just a getaway that’s not too long, not too far, andnot horrendously pricey. A placid place surrounded by woods, water, and wildlife. Here’s the good news: There’s room at the inns…. Continue reading.
By Nicole Thomas Madison County honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a statue of the civil rights leader. Midwestern sculptor Kenneth Ryden designed the 8-foot-tall bronze figure. King’s son, Martin Luther King III, attended the statue’s dedication ceremony in 1988. A colorful Indiana icon Alexandria, Indiana, is home to the World’s Largest Ball of… Continue reading.
By Chris Adam Good food served in a comfortable atmosphere makes Fenwick’s Scratch Kitchen and Taproom the place to go in Rensselaer. Those in the community flock to Fenwick’s because of its seasonal menu of family recipes made with fresh ingredients.But Fenwick’s success can also be attributed to its ability to alter course and evolve… Continue reading.
By Mike Lunsford I am one of those optimistic sorts who declares spring’s arrival as soon as I slip the muddy bonds of February. A true believer in “meteorological” seasons, I contend that spring is here on March 1, despite its usual snowy backsliding. Among the reasons to feel this way is a little bit… Continue reading.
By Natalie Derrickson Nestled against the Ohio River is a place so special, one of Picasso’s rare works calls it home. The Evansville Museum of Art, History, and Science showcases permanent exhibitions celebrating the tri-state region and the historic moments that shaped communities, inspired innovations, and built industries. The museum’s galleries shift regularly, sharing the… Continue reading.
Work zones are among the most dangerous places on the road. According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, 269 people have died in work zone crashes in the past 10 years. In 2023 alone, 33 people were killed and more than 1,750 were injured in INDOT work zones. Work zones don’t only involve highway construction…. Continue reading.
