A plain patch of parched grass may one day bloom with bustling buildings thanks partly to electric cooperatives plotting the way. Electric distribution co-ops and the generation and transmission cooperatives that provide them with wholesale power plan for development in the regions they serve. They must anticipate future growth and ensure that electricity is available… Continue reading.

As technology changes, so do the tricks scammers use. What used to be in-person scams have become more sophisticated schemes targeting individuals through phone calls, emails, and text messages. One of the most common scams we’re seeing now is utility scams, where fraudsters pretend to be from your utility company and try to steal money… Continue reading.

Kyler Gudeman and Andrew Norris, both five-year employees of the co-op, graduated last month from the Indiana Electric Cooperatives’ apprenticeship program, Rural Electric Apprenticeship Program (REAP). REAP is a four-year program that professionally trains apprentice lineworkers from across Indiana. Gudeman and Norris were both required to complete 612 hours of classroom-related study, 8,000 hours of on-the-job… Continue reading.

We are aware that some members have experienced delays in receiving their electric bills by mail. Please note that all bills are sent from out of state, and unfortunately, we are unable to control how long the postal service takes to deliver the mail. We have heard reports of delays within the postal system, which… Continue reading.

Kankakee Valley REMC is pleased to recognize its employees and directors for milestone years of safety and service. We greatly appreciate their dedication not only to their careers but also to providing exemplary service to the cooperative’s member-consumers.

Camp Kilowatt June 4-7 This camp experience is available to students completing sixth grade in 2025. Apply at campkilowatt.org by March 3. Indiana Youth Tour June 15-22 This experience is available to students completing 11th grade in 2025. Apply at indianayouthtour.org by March 3. Operation Round Up scholarships  Two $2,000 and four $1,000 scholarships are available… Continue reading.

The time-of-use (TOU) rate makes using energy after 7 p.m. CT not only affordable, but also a smart way to save money. Starting with your February use (which will appear on your March bill), you will see the first of four steps as we transition to the TOU rate. By shifting your energy use to off-peak hours —… Continue reading.

Many think of icicles as one of winter’s picturesque images. If your roof faces the south, you may see icicles forming during the day as the sun melts the snow. Yet icicles elsewhere on the roof, or with substantial ice buildup on the roof, can potentially lead to significant issues. Icicles can signal an ice… Continue reading.

We’ve made many changes over the last few years. One year, we focused on replacing the meter on your house with an AMI system. Another year, we focused on upgrading the infrastructure that brings electricity to your home or business. Last year, we focused on addressing member requests for greater control over their electric bills… Continue reading.

Educational youth programs are just one way that KV REMC can connect with and invest in future leaders and contributors to our communities. Operation Round Up scholarships Two $2,000 and four $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to high school graduating students whose parents or guardians are KV REMC member-consumers. Students must graduate in 2025 and… Continue reading.

Register your child for the 2025 4-H year, and KV REMC will reimburse you the program fee as a bill credit.  The reimbursement deadline is July 1. 4-H reimbursement is only available to youth whose parents or guardians are Kankakee Valley REMC member-consumers.