Jackson County REMC
Jackson County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Brownstown, Indiana. As a cooperative, Jackson County REMC follows seven core principles that are universal to cooperatives worldwide. Among those principles is one stressing education, training and information. Indiana Connection, a monthly magazine published especially for Indiana’s electric cooperative members, is one way the REMC informs and educates its members. Indiana Connection is available not only in a print format, but as an electronic publication for those who prefer getting their information on their electronic devices.
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Protect what matters most with Jackson County REMC
Your home is more than a building; its where you feel safe, raise your family, and create memories. But in todays world, protecting that sense of security has never been more important. A professionally installed home security system provides peace of mind, safeguards what you value most, and helps keep your loved ones safe. Modern… Continue reading.
Community Day 2025: Jackson County REMC serves the Scott County Clearinghouse
Each year on the second Friday of October, Indianas electric cooperatives come together for Community Day, a statewide day of service dedicated to giving back to the communities they power. This annual event highlights one of the core values that defines the cooperative difference: Concern for Community, which is Cooperative Principle #7. For 2025, Jackson… Continue reading.
Advancing amid challenges
Two years ago, the Centerton to Wilbur Project was still in the planning stages. Now, it is closing in on the finish line of nearly six miles of new overhead transmission line connecting the Hoosier Energy Wilbur substation to the Duke Energy Centerton substation in Morgan County. It is one of multiple transmission projects on… Continue reading.
Food safety for the holidays
Gatherings where food is served are all part of the holiday cheer, but the joy can change to misery if food makes you or others ill. Symptoms of foodborne illness, also known as food poisoning, can start anywhere from hours to days after contaminated food or drinks are consumed. Practicing four basic food safety measures… Continue reading.
Harvest safely around power lines
Harvest season is one of the busiest times of the year, with long hours in the field and large equipment in use. As the pace picks up, it’s important to stay alert, especially when working near overhead power lines. Farm equipment like combines, augers, and grain carts can easily reach the height of power lines…. Continue reading.
Capital credit allocations for 1994 to be refunded
The Jackson County REMC Board of Directors has declared that the capital credits that were allocated to members for the year 1994 are eligible for refund, with payments scheduled to begin at the end of November. Members and heirs of members who had service during this year are eligible to file claims. NOTICES WERE MAILED… Continue reading.
Protect our power and fiber lines: Please don’t shoot birds
Shooting birds near power or fiber lines may seem harmless, but it creates serious risks: Infrastructure damage: Bullets and pellets can sever wires, cause short circuits, and lead to costly repairs. Service interruptions: Damaged lines mean power outages and internet disruptions for homes and businesses. Cost to members: Repairs can run into thousands of dollars,… Continue reading.
Lighting the way to a brighter future
With the new school year well underway, students are taking advantage of scholarships offered by Hoosier Energy’s member cooperatives. For the fourth consecutive year, the number of scholarships and the amount of scholarship money available from Hoosier Energy member cooperatives have reached a record high. In 2025, 99 students received $101,000 in scholarships, surpassing last… Continue reading.
Jackson County REMC 2025 Annual Meeting
To our members, I want to sincerely apologize for the cancellation of our Annual Meeting. The safety of our employees and members is always our top priority. While we had a weather plan in place, the storm moved in much faster than anticipated, and we had to make the tough and fast call to end… Continue reading.














