SmartHub offers convenient features for account access and bill pay. Everyone is looking for ways to streamline tasks throughout the day, and the SmartHub app from Dubois REC can help you do just that. This free app is available to Dubois REC members, and makes it simple and convenient to do the following: For those… Continue reading.

At Dubois REC, we know that reliable power doesn’t happen by accident it takes dedication, hard work, and a commitment to safety. Thats why we make an effort to recognize the incredible efforts of our Townsend Tree crews. Beyond their daily responsibilities, the Townsend crews play a vital role in long-term system reliability. By proactively… Continue reading.

As the demand for electricity continues to rise, Indiana’s two not-for-profit electric generation and transmission (G&T) cooperatives remain focused on providing reliable, affordable energy to their members and the rural and suburban communities they serve. In March, Wabash Valley Power Alliance (WVPA) and Hoosier Energy finalized a joint purchase of St. Joseph Energy Center. The… Continue reading.

Nearly every day, the Hoosier Energy economic development team is answering questions. But Economic Development Manager Jeff Pipkin wasn’t satisfied with questions from member cooperatives, member consumers, or other local government and economic leaders. Over the past three years, Pipkin has taken classes with the Midwest Community Development Institute and recently answered many more questions… Continue reading.

Mentors certainly made a difference for the first two 2025 recipients of Hoosier Energy’s W. Eugene Roberts and Daniel L. Schuckman Memorial Scholarships. This year, the scholarship total is being expanded with Hoosier Energy anticipating awarding two scholarships each semester to attendees at the North American Lineman Training Center in McEwen, Tennessee. Blayden Mann and… Continue reading.

New microwave towers are helping to optimize the reliability of Hoosier Energy’s communication system in infrastructure and operations. The latest to be completed is the Bedford Tower, which in December followed on the heels of new towers at Bloomington Primary and Kingston. Next up will be a new tower at Ramsey, with other towers slated… Continue reading.

With another busy year underway at Hoosier Energy, it’s worth looking back at one of 2024’s most significant projects. Bear Run Mine in Sullivan County is the biggest surface mine in the eastern United States. When the mine was ready to move west early last year, it was a big task for Hoosier Energy to… Continue reading.

Students! APPLY NOW for these great summer opportunities  Sixth-grade students can apply to attend Camp Kilowatt on June 4-7.  High-school juniors can apply for an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., on the 2025 Youth Tour from June 15-22.  Get more info and apply by March 1 at duboisrec.com/community 

On Oct. 9, approximately 500 local high school freshmen from the four Dubois County school corporations embarked on a day-long “Tour of Opportunity” to visit local businesses and learn about potential careers within the county. Dubois REC provided our facility to the Builders Association of Dubois County to showcase various careers within the construction and… Continue reading.

WE NEED TO KNOW! If you rely on life sustaining equipment, such as respirators or dialysis machines, please let us know. It is particularly important for us to be aware of these situations when the need for electrical power is especially crucial. We can keep you advised of extended or planned outages if we are… Continue reading.

We have two great publications to help you kick off the new year! While supplies last, members are invited to stop by the Dubois REC office to pick up a free copy of the 2025 Farmer’s Almanac and 2025 Cooperative Calendar of Student Art. Feel free to use our drive-thru for an easy way to… Continue reading.

SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY ON THE DUBOIS REC BOARD OF DIRECTORS Want to make a difference in your community? Consider running for a seat on the board of directors of Dubois REC. On April 8, at the 2025 Annual Meeting, members will be electing directors to represent Districts 2 and 7. The incumbent directors running for… Continue reading.