When I turned 16, I landed my first paying job working for a small family-owned bookstore. The starting wage was $1.35/hour, and I was thrilled to have money in my pocket at the end of every week. No more “allowance” or asking my parents for money for the things I “needed.” Of course, “needs” in… Continue reading.

David Lewallen has advanced to president and CEO at Marshall County REMC. Lewallen brings 16 years of experience to the job. Lewallen has been employed at Marshall County REMC since July 2004.  His primary responsibility early in his career included supervising the sales and installation of Marshall County REMC’s Exede Satellite Internet Service, as well… Continue reading.

Mark Batman, president and CEO for Marshall County REMC, retired after 17 years of service. Batman began his career at Marshall County REMC in 2003 as the office manager.  In 2011, he was promoted to president and CEO where he guided the cooperative through many advancements in leading edge technology including the implementation of the… Continue reading.

Marshall County Fiber is now available in the area highlighted in green on the map shown below.  Members who are interested in receiving fiber to their homes not included in the highlighted area shown are encouraged to submit their information at www.marshallfiber.com at the bottom of the home page. This will help Marshall County Fiber… Continue reading.

We regretfully announce the cancellation of the following programs due to concerns related to the ongoing pandemic. Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. Touchstone Energy Camp Page Day However, local youth can still participate in the Cooperative Calendar of Student Art Contest. All Indiana public, private or homeschooled students in kindergarten through 12th grade during the… Continue reading.

Renewable energy is playing an increased role in electricity production.  While I am in favor of renewables, I am concerned about how much we depend on it. The major forms of renewable energy being produced these days are solar and wind, which are not forms of baseload generation (24/7 electricity production). The industry is retiring… Continue reading.

On Tuesday, Oct. 27, the Marshall County REMC Operation Round Up board awarded $4,433 to three local organizations. Junior Achievement Serving Marshall County received funding to help provide the Personal Finance program to two classes at Lincoln Junior High School. Junior Achievement’s Personal Finance program allows students to experience the interrelationship between today’s financial decisions… Continue reading.

Due to the uncertainties regarding COVID-19, we are going to conduct our annual meeting a little differently this year. We will have drive-up registration and voting, and we will announce the winners of the election via a live stream of our annual business meeting. More details on the location and time of the meeting will… Continue reading.

Ah, the kitchen. It’s undeniably one of the most-loved rooms in our homes. It’s where we gather with family and friends for our favorite meals and memories. But like most of us, you probably aren’t thinking about saving energy when you’re planning that perfect dish. Here are four ways you can save energy in the… Continue reading.

Marshall County REMC has seen a rise in our members reporting scam calls in our area. Demands for immediate payment with threats of disconnection over the phone are scams.  Marshall County REMC will not ask for payment information over the phone or through prepaid cards, gift cards or other unusual methods of payment. If you… Continue reading.