Marshall County REMC
Marshall County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Plymouth, Indiana. As a cooperative, Marshall 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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Don’t fall behind!
As school buses resume roaming roads and the sun starts setting sooner, it won’t be long before autumn arrives. Yet before pumpkin pie aroma fills the air and Halloween costumes decorate storefronts, you can still take advantage of the late summer to prepare your home for the fall and winter. Some suggested considerations include: Tackling… Continue reading.
4-H Electric program winners
Division 1 Champion: Adam HarrisReserve Champion: Levi Wright Division 2 Champion: Trenton Lucas Division 3 Champion: Reed SelnerReserve Champion: Anthony Padilla Division 4 Champion: Travis BarnhartReserve Champion: Carter Filson Junior Grand Champion Reed Selner Junior Reserve Grand Champion Adam Harris Advanced Electric Champion: Caleb PoiselReserve Champion: Connor Tracy Advanced Electronics Champion: Trenton Barnhart Senior Grand… Continue reading.
4-H Electric students tour RapidView LLC
Every year, Marshall County REMC teams up with Fulton County REMC to provide a unique learning experience for the 4-H Electric students. The goal is to focus on electricity and the many ways industries use electricity to make their businesses successful. Rapid View has made several upgrades to its electrical system to accommodate the growing… Continue reading.
Local students enjoy youth programs
Touchstone Energy Camp Marshall County REMC sponsored five local students to attend the annual Touchstone Energy Camp at Camp Tecumseh in Brookston, June 5-8. Students enjoyed rock climbing, swimming, horseback riding, bucket truck rides and much more. In addition, students learned about the role of electric cooperatives and renewable energy. Shown at right from left,… Continue reading.
Plan for the future to save money…and stay comfy!
The excitement of buying a house can soon be tempered by additional price tags that come with the purchased property. Older houses frequently mean older appliances and heating and cooling systems, which also are likely more inefficient than newer systems available today. They may even require you to plan for replacements in the not-too-distant future…. Continue reading.
Stay comfy this summer – and save!
The summer sun quickly drives up outdoor temperatures — and energy bills with it! Rather than perpetually running your air conditioner, some strategic planning can save you energy, leading to lower electric use. Steps you can take to reduce your energy costs are to: Open the windows on cool summer evenings and nights. A cool… Continue reading.
Stay back and stay safe!
Working with electricity can be a dangerous job, especially for lineworkers. In fact, USA Today lists line repairers and installers among the most dangerous jobs in the U.S. That’s why for Marshall County REMC, safety is the number one priority. This is not empty talk. Over time, we have created a culture of putting our… Continue reading.
Linemen perform pole top rescue training
Pole top rescue training is designated to retain the linemen’s ability to properly rescue an injured and/or stranded lineman. As part of the annual training session, each lineman must climb a pole and rescue a mannequin that is hanging from the utility pole. The lineman must then secure the mannequin using ropes and clips to… Continue reading.
