It’s customary that we announce news about the co-op to our members before it becomes public knowledge, but recently, certain opportunities with tight deadlines made that impossible. As you’ve probably learned by now, LaGrange County REMC has applied for $5 million in LaGrange County Major Moves funding to launch broadband internet services to our members…. Continue reading.

Planning for the new year? Think about how you pay your electric bills. Advancements in technology allow LaGrange County REMC to continually provide you, our members, with more opportunities to customize your electricity to your lifestyle. With 2021 just around the corner, keep these options in mind: Keep it consistent You may find it hard… Continue reading.

Many of us enjoy the satisfaction of standing over the air supply register when the furnace kicks in, warming our cold toes first thing in the morning.  Unfortunately, that usually means that you have a single-stage furnace that only discharges air at one rate. That also means that you have one of the least efficient… Continue reading.

Congratulations to LaGrange County REMC Energy Advisor Jake Taylor for renewing his certification from the Building Performance Institute! Being a BPI-certified Professional means Taylor is at the top of his field with a wide breadth of knowledge in energy efficiency and comfort for homes and businesses, meaning he can solve members’ trickiest problems. He’ll maintain… Continue reading.

If you’re planning to cook feasts or create treats this holiday season, follow these basic safety tips:  Test Smoke Detectors — Make sure they’re working properly. Watch Your Sleeves — This is not a good time for loose sleeves. Put A Lid On It — Have lids handy in case of a grease fire. Old… Continue reading.

After nearly 30 years in the electric cooperative industry, Kevin Dreibelbis is not easily surprised. That changed in September when he earned the 2020 Tom Taylor Award from Indiana Electric Cooperatives — a shock he didn’t at all see coming but was thankful to receive. “Receiving an award such as this from Indiana Electric Cooperatives,… Continue reading.

People updating their homes and replacing outdated HVAC systems are more frequently considering mini split heat pumps. This newer technology provides more flexibility and energy efficiency compared to many other options. Our Power Moves team has received four times as many mini and multi split system rebates this year compared to this time in 2019…. Continue reading.

As an electric cooperative, our top priority is always to provide reliable, affordable energy to you, the members we serve. Because we are a co-op, our mission is to enrich the lives of our members and serve the long-term interests of our local community — and this mission has never been more critical than in… Continue reading.

When we celebrate the co-op, we’re celebrating you. You built us more than 80 years ago, and we give back in kind each and every day. As LaGrange County REMC celebrates Co-op Month this month, we want to reinforce our mission to always focus on what’s best for our members, day in and day out. … Continue reading.

Passing the torch is never easy, but the appointment of two new leaders made the transition that much smoother. With the retirement of former Operations Manager Terry Helmer earlier this year, the leadership of the operations department — including the right-of-way crew and linemen — was in flux. But soon, two dedicated employees found themselves… Continue reading.

We’d also like to welcome Owen Bowersox, our newest right-of-way crew member! Bowersox, from right over the border in Sturgis, Michigan, started in July after coming to the co-op from a background in the steel construction industry. With high regard for the crew that has been teaching him the ropes, Bowersox is happy with his… Continue reading.