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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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.
Employee Anniversary
Years of service: 15 years Title: Member Services Manager Dave Lewallen has been married to his wife, Brittley, for 12 years. Together they have two children, Abby and Calvin. He enjoys canoeing, camping, fishing and family trips to northern Michigan. Marshall County REMC thanks you for your dedication and hard work!
Office closing
The employees and director of Marshall County REMC wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July! Our office will be closed on Thursday, July 4.
$14,750 given back to the community through Operation Round Up
The Marshall County REMC Operation Round Up board awarded $14,750 to 11 organizations in Marshall County. The American Legion Post 27 received funding to help bring the traveling Vietnam Veteran Wall to Marshall County. The wall is designed to express gratitude to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. It also teaches youth about the past…. Continue reading.
Seeking board member for Operation Round Up
Marshall County REMC is currently seeking applicants for the Operation Round Up board. The Marshall County REMC board of directors will appoint one new member to the Operation Round Up board. The Operation Round Up board meets quarterly to review all grant applications and determine how the Operation Round Up funds will be distributed back… Continue reading.
Don’t attach items to poles
Attaching signs, posters, satellite dishes and other objects to utility poles without Marshall County REMC’s consent could pose a serious threat to our linemen. Marshall County REMC linemen have reported utility poles being used as community bulletin boards, satellite mounts and even deer stands. Attaching items to an electric utility pole is not only an… Continue reading.
Proudly sponsoring Honor Flight
This photo honors the veterans who participated in Honor Flight #31 to Washington, D.C., in April. For more information on the Honor Flight program, upcoming trip schedules, veteran applications and guidelines, or to donate, please visit www.hfnei.org.
Outage reporting tips
Before calling Marshall County REMC to report an outage, first check to see if your home’s circuit panel or fuse box hasn’t tripped or blown a fuse. Reset the breaker or replace the fuse, if needed. Call your neighbors. If the power is out in your entire neighborhood, report the outage. Turn off the HVAC… Continue reading.
Smart savings
From the morning shower to a final sip before slumber, people use a lot of water during the day — we need it to survive, after all — often without considering the costs circling down the drain with it. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that heating water accounts for about 18 percent of your… Continue reading.