Working as an electric cooperative communicator is a unique and deeply fulfilling experience. It’s a role that blends creativity, community engagement, and a steadfast commitment to making a positive impact. Each day presents new opportunities to connect with members, share valuable information, and highlight the cooperative principles that set us apart. One of the most… Continue reading.

Electricity is essential for nearly every aspect of daily life — so essential that we rarely think about how it’s produced and delivered to our homes. You might be surprised to learn that behind the scenes, a network of experts is working daily (and even by the minute) to anticipate how much electricity you need… Continue reading.

When people hurriedly get ready for volatile winter weather, electricity generators are already prepared — and have been for months. As a generation and transmission cooperative, Wabash Valley Power Alliance (WVPA) works with the power plants it owns to ensure that they are ready to weather the worst each season. That means handling searing summer… Continue reading.

Our free SmartHub app makes it simple and convenient to do the following: Just download the FREE mobile or tablet app at smarthubapp.com. Don’t have a tablet or smartphone? No problem. You can use the SmartHub interface from your computer. Just go to fcremc.coop and click on “SmartHub.”

It took some thinking to come up with a December topic for this column. Then I thought, let’s add a cooperative twist to a classic story. Join our old friend, Willie Wirehand, as he takes a journey through time. Like the classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, Willie encounters three spirits who teach him about the… Continue reading.

The holiday season brings a spirit of generosity and compassion. It’s a time to reflect on our many blessings and uplift those in need. While this is undoubtedly a special time of year, cooperatives like Fulton County REMC (FCREMC) are deeply rooted in giving back to their local communities year-round. Our mission is reliable power…. Continue reading.

During the last student board meeting, students learned about Roberts Rules of Order and then put their skills to the test by running their very own official student board meeting. 

As November kicks off, it’s hard to believe we’ll soon gather with family and friends to celebrate the holiday season. This festive time of year brings joy and warmth, but as the weather gets cooler and we spend more time indoors, the holidays can also increase energy use and a higher risk of electrical and… Continue reading.

Thanksgiving is a time for gathering around the table, sharing a great meal with loved ones, and catching a bit of football between bites of turkey. But while you’re focused on getting the house ready for guests and making sure the feast turns out just right, your energy use can sneak up on you —… Continue reading.