Nearly everyone has experienced the dreaded crash of thunder before the lights go out — and the relief once the lights come back on. In the darkness, what could be missed is the dedication, effort and energy from the lineworkers who are busily braving the elements to return power to your day. You have likely… Continue reading.

The committee to nominate qualified candidates for a seat on the board of directors met Jan. 13, at the Marshall County REMC building. This year’s committee was made up of the following Marshall County REMC members: Dennis McVey, Kurtis Zechial, Craig Hawley, Steve Blackford, Tami Langfeldt, Jon Langfeldt, Kaye Schultz and Cheryl Jennings. Robin Roberts,… Continue reading.

Once you have your director election packet, you can vote online or mail in your ballot. Voting by mail • Mark your selections by completely filling in the box next to your choice. • Do not mail to the Marshall County REMC office. • Detach and place into the enclosed return envelope. Mail to: Survey &… Continue reading.

March 1 Online and mail-in voting opened March 31 Online and mail-in voting closes April 4 Annual Meeting video and voting results posted Virtual Annual Meeting Meeting will remain posted for future viewing. Stay tuned for the bill credit winners in the May issue of Indiana Connection magazine.

Dear member:  The annual meeting of the members of Marshall County Rural Electric Membership Corporation will take place online and via mail-in voting.  Two directors will be elected. The candidates selected by the nominating committee are listed here.  Your director election packet will be mailed to you. Read the information for more details.  A prerecorded… Continue reading.

Two local organizations received Operation Round Up grants. Marshall County 4-H — Advanced Electric received funding to purchase electric kits for students to use as their project. The Marshall County 4-H — Advanced Electric program strives to instill a love of working with and around electricity in our local youth.  Operation: Quiet Comfort received funding… Continue reading.

Exercise one of the greatest benefits of being a member of an electric co-op by voting for the upcoming year’s board of directors. Cory Creighton Cory Creighton and his wife, Cassie, have been married for 10 years. They have three children: Chloe O’Keefe, Colton O’Keefe and Savannah Creighton. He is a 29-year resident of Bremen…. Continue reading.

In addition to bringing you pleasure, your garden can help save you energy — or even provide you energy if you grow a vegetable garden. Smart planning in advance can help you create an energy-efficient garden that will last all season long. Take advantage of rain barrels A rain barrel can save you a significant… Continue reading.

Camp Kilowatt  Date: June 7-10 A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. The camp takes place in early June and gives kids a chance to learn about energy while making new friends and enjoying activities and games. This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rock climbing, swimming and much… Continue reading.

We have been getting a lot of questions from our members about the facility charge and wholesale power cost adjustment on their bills since the recent rate increase. It is important to note that prior to the rate increase, the bills had the facility charge and the wholesale power cost adjustment charges included in the… Continue reading.

Doug Mac Lain | Journeyman Lineman | 29 years of service What have you enjoyed most about your job? I have had the pleasure of helping many people over these last 29 years — not only in our backyard, but also during hurricane restoration and even in Guatemala twice. It’s been a blessing to use… Continue reading.