As part of our investment in our community, Boone REMC looks for ways to support local students. One way we do that is by collaborating with our statewide association, Indiana Electric Cooperatives, and other electric cooperatives across the state to provide two summer programs. We are sponsoring two incoming seventh graders to attend Camp Kilowatt… Continue reading.

Throughout the past couple of months, Boone REMC was proud to be a part of several educational events in the community. In March, our team provided a demonstration for fourth graders at Union Elementary. In April, we facilitated three hot line safety sessions for Lebanon emergency services personnel. If you’re interested in having Boone REMC… Continue reading.

IF YOUR POWER GOES OUT: □ Check your electric service panel. □ If the main circuit breaker is in the tripped position (neither in the on nor the off position), the outage is likely isolated to your location. □ Reset the breaker by firmly flipping to the off position and then to on. □ If… Continue reading.

Utility poles remain the backbone of most electric distribution systems. After more than 80 years since electric cooperatives first set them throughout rural Indiana, they remain the most cost-effective way to safely support power lines, insulators, transformers, and other electric hardware. Occasionally, either through a vehicle strike, lightning strike, ice storm, tornado, or simply age,… Continue reading.

The Boone REMC Operation Round Up board of trustees recently awarded several grants, bringing the total amount awarded since the program’s inception in 2006 to $983,580.45. The recent grant awards include: Learn more at upcoming member event Boone REMC hosts three Member Advisory Committee (MAC) meetings each year to provide an opportunity for our members… Continue reading.

Many Hoosier homeowners add a backup generator in case the power goes out during weather turbulence. Yet before severe weather arrives, homeowners should be sure to read and follow instructions in the manual that comes with the generator to ensure safe operation. There are some additional considerations that homeowners should particularly keep in mind with… Continue reading.

You can vote online this year! In late March, all Boone REMC members were mailed an official notice of our 2024 board of directors election and Annual Meeting. You can earn a $10 bill credit for your participation. You have three options for participating. We’re excited to be offering online voting this year! You can… Continue reading.

DRIVE-THRU EVENT AND ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING Our drive-thru member event is Saturday, April 20, from 8–11:15 a.m. Make your way through Boone REMC Hall for giveaways*, including $10 Titus Bakery vouchers, treats for your pup** donated by Pet Supplies Plus in Whitestown, and special items for the kids**! Our annual business meeting begins at 11:30… Continue reading.

We are happy to have gained more than 2,500 enrollments in paperless billing during our recent promotion! All accounts enrolled in paperless billing were entered into a drawing for two $500 bill credits. The winners were: Going paperless helps your electric cooperative hold down costs by reducing the amount of money we must spend on… Continue reading.

Thank you to all our members who took the time to complete our satisfaction survey. We appreciate you sharing your feedback with us. In 2024, we are focused on service excellence. We recognize that service excellence is a journey — an ongoing endeavor — and we want to adapt to meet our members’ expectations. We… Continue reading.

If you’re planting trees around your home and there are overhead power lines along your street or near your home, follow the guide below to ensure the safety and reliability of our electric distribution system. Also, remember that you should always call 811 or visit indiana811.org at least two full working days before digging. Having… Continue reading.

Spring is the perfect time to tackle some maintenance and repair projects that will prepare your house for warm weather. By doing so, you’ll make your home more comfortable and save on summer energy bills. Inside Also, check for and seal gaps around plumbing vents, furnace flues, and ductwork. Outside With these tips, your home… Continue reading.