The falling autumn leaves will soon give way to falling snowflakes and carolers singing our way into the holiday season. While it may seem like an odd time to plan outdoor getaways, it’s the right time for gifts that will help avid campers get ahead! Technology has led to some unique possibilities offering comfort (and… Continue reading.

This October, you should be treated by ghoulish figures visiting on Halloween — not tricked by unexpectedly high energy costs.  Every fall, people enjoy the milder temperatures while preparing for the coming Midwestern winter. Make sure you’re treating yourself to energy savings by making the right upgrades. Even small home improvements can lead to long-term… Continue reading.

With severe weather events occurring more frequently, now more than ever, it makes sense to be prepared. During a prolonged power outage or other emergency, this means having enough food, water and supplies to last at least a few days.  In honor of National Preparedness Month in September, I want to remind members of our… Continue reading.

If you were able to attend the Jay County REMC Annual Meeting at the Jay County Fairgrounds on July 14, there is a chance you noticed the American flag we proudly displayed between two of our bucket trucks at the entrance. This was just one of the many details that made our annual meeting special… Continue reading.

Did you attend our annual meeting this year or take advantage of the opportunity to vote early in our lobby? We would love to receive your feedback. Our annual meeting format was changed drastically this year. Board of directors voting was offered in the office and during a day at the Jay County Fair for… Continue reading.

Take a vacation from high electric bills by making your home — and your family’s habits — more energy efficient. That doesn’t just mean hitting the light switch when you leave a room (make sure your most used lights are LEDs). You should also make sure your television, computer, video game consoles, cable boxes, and… Continue reading.

Co-op members building their “forever” homes enjoy choosing new home options — from flooring to cabinets to paint colors. Those members can also work with their local electric cooperative to build a Power Moves® Home. Houses built to the Power Moves Home standard are on average at least 20% more energy efficient than a traditional… Continue reading.

Some temptations are hard to resist. While driving, we typically hear that “ding” on our phone, alerting us to a text or call coming through, and we sometimes feel the urgent need to check it. We know we shouldn’t, but we reason that we’re going to make an exception ­­— just this once. So, why… Continue reading.

It’s no secret that things have been a bit tough for everyone lately. These tough times have left many of us longing for “the good old days.”  For some of us, that means a simpler time that passed a little slower without the constant access to breaking news. The truth is that sometimes we need… Continue reading.

Every summer, Jay County REMC invites incoming seventh graders to apply for a camp experience unlike any other summer camp. Camp Kilowatt, formerly called Touchstone Energy Camp, allows students to learn about the electric cooperative industry and electricity, participate in fun summer activities, and make new friends.  This four-day and three-night camp included tons of… Continue reading.

This June, Jay County REMC was honored to sponsor Joseph Kunk on the Indiana Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. Kunk, a Portland resident, is a Jay County Junior-Senior High School incoming senior.  Youth Tour is a weeklong experience that allows students to visit historical monuments and museums, meet with Indiana’s congressional delegation on Capitol Hill,… Continue reading.