More than five years after its last recorded run, the Union Volunteer Fire Department is back in business with help from Hoosier Energy. Located in Pike County, less than a mile from the Gibson County line, and within the service territory of Hoosier Energy member cooperative WIN Energy, Union needed a pole tall enough to… Continue reading.

While supplies last, members are invited to stop by the Dubois REC office and pick up a free copy of the 2024 Farmer’s Almanac, 2024 Cooperative Calendar of Student Art, and the 2024 Indiana Festival Guide.  Feel free to use our drive-thru for an easy way to pick up these free publications.

Ringing in a new year sparks renewed hope and optimism about the future. For me, it’s a time to reflect on where we are and where we’re going. At the heart of this reflection, I think about ways we can better serve you –– the cooperative members. Our team at Harrison REMC is always looking… Continue reading.

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital… Continue reading.

Below is a snapshot of the 2024 rebates. This year there are some major changes to some of the rebates. We will publish more information in the February issue of Indiana Connection, or you can go to the website at harrisonremc.com to see the complete guidelines. It is important that you read all the requirements… Continue reading.

Each year, Harrison REMC is excited to shine the spotlight on our youth programs and those youth in the community that take part in them. Harrison REMC sponsors programs to benefit middle and high school students in learning more about energy, the cooperative business model, history, government, and much more. Below are the youth programs… Continue reading.

Throughout the year, especially during the holidays, Hoosier Energy seeks to act on the cooperative principle — Concern for Community. In late October, Hoosier Energy was a platinum sponsor for the 2023 Women IN Energy Conference in Carmel, Indiana. The annual event began in 2017 to encourage women to pursue their dreams and make connections… Continue reading.

By Cathy Racicot The accounting team ensures that the REMC’s accounting records and financial reporting adhere to generally accepted accounting principles and Rural Utilities Service guidelines. The key roles of this group are accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, paying invoices, payroll and monitoring financial activity. This group, along with all other co-op employees, plays a vital… Continue reading.

Being a member of an electric co-op is a unique opportunity to be part of the decision-making process in a business.  Because Harrison REMC is a cooperative, it is owned by its members. That means members are responsible for voting for fellow members to take leadership positions on the board of directors.  Each spring, Harrison… Continue reading.

The Electric Assistance Program is designed to help REMC members who are 150% below the poverty level pay their electric bills in times of need. You can help by sending a donation of any amount to the program. Each member donation will be matched by equal funds from Harrison REMC.* All contributions made to the… Continue reading.

It may feel like fall outside, but that means winter isn’t far behind with its increased demand in electricity. The Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) outlook for the winter of 2023–24 isn’t much different than recent years, but once again the concern lies with the potential for high loads or high outages in January. MISO… Continue reading.

Keeping transmission lines clear of overgrowth along 150-200-mile-long stretches each year is not an easy task. That’s why Hoosier Energy uses an aerial saw to get the job done. The saw features nine 25-inch carbide tip saw blades attached to multiple 20-foot aluminum poles. A 50-horsepower snowmobile motor that can be turned on and off… Continue reading.