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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May your holiday season be merry & bright
The holidays are a time of year that many of us eagerly anticipate. The season is marked by special foods, seasonal decorations and lots of festivities. Right here in Marshall County, we look forward to the annual events that take place in each town. We cherish carrying on old family traditions and enjoy creating new… Continue reading.
Operation Round Up welcomes new board member
Jenny Bennitt is the new board member for Operation Round Up. She is married to Todd Bennitt. They have three daughters and three grandchildren. She works for the Marshall County auditor’s office as a settlement deputy. Distributing county tax dollars and maintaining tax rates and records are her primary responsibilities. Bennitt spends a lot of… Continue reading.
Seeking nominations for REMC board
The nominating committee of Marshall County REMC will meet Friday, Jan. 10, at 10 a.m. in the REMC boardroom to select candidates for the contested election. The election will take place on Tuesday, April 7, at the Plymouth Wesleyan Church. Directors are responsible for establishing, reviewing and revising corporate policies to ensure Marshall County REMC… Continue reading.
Operation Round Up awards $5,500
On Tuesday, Oct. 22, the Marshall County REMC Operation Round Up board awarded $5,500 to seven organizations. Beaman Home/Kosciusko County Shelter for Abuse Inc. received funding to help purchase an adjustable bed for its handicap accessible space. The Beaman Home provides shelter, education and confidential services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The… Continue reading.
Educating youth
The annual Marshall County Ag Day was held Sept. 19 at Centennial Park in Plymouth. Area third graders learned about the value of agriculture in our community. Presenter topics included bees/pollination, electric safety, sheep, goats, dairy, beef, ducks, farm safety and draft horses. Journeyman Lineman Doug MacLain represented Marshall County REMC by educating the students… Continue reading.
Work anniversary: Ruth Spencer
Years of service: 15 Title: Billing Clerk Ruth Spencer and her husband, Cecil, haven been married for 15 years. They have two sons, Andy and Tim, and two daughters, Sarah and Caitlin. Spencer enjoys spending time with her kids, biking, running, spending time in the kitchen baking and canning and raising their chickens. Thank you… Continue reading.
Save the date!
The Marshall County REMC annual meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 7, at the Plymouth Wesleyan Church. Entertainment for the meeting will be provided by The Bulldogs! The Bulldogs take you back the days of the “drive in” and the “sock hop.” They have been bringing the “oldies” back for the last 30 years…. Continue reading.
Smart Stuffers
This holiday season you’ll probably see lots of advertising for “smart” home this and “smart” home that. Commercials will highlight gadgets that make your life better because they make your home so dang smart. Rather than make promises about how “smart” these devices are, let’s talk about how they can be more helpful in your… Continue reading.
Energy vampires can suck your wallet dry
This Halloween, be aware that the hungry little vampires who ring your doorbell aren’t the only ones you need to be afraid of. Energy vampires inside your home are sucking electricity right out of the wires — for no good reason. Energy vampires are appliances and electronic devices that you leave plugged in when nobody… Continue reading.