DO operate a generator outdoors in an area with plenty of ventilation. DO install CO alarms inside the home to provide an early warning of carbon monoxide.  DO NOT plug a generator into the wall without installing a transfer switch to prevent backfeed. DO turn the generator on before plugging in appliances.  DO NOT touch… Continue reading.

1. Counted seven board members attending. Attorney J. Michael Deweese and Accountant Earl Ridlen also attended. 2. Earl Ridlen provided a clean audit report. 3. Director of IT/Fiber Operations Manager Matt Mavrick gave a updates presentation. 4. Jim Savage presented the WVPA monthly report. 5. Todd Smith presented the IEC report. 6. Deweese presented the… Continue reading.

As we close out 2025, I reflect on how extraordinary this year has been for Wabash Valley Power Alliance and our member co-ops. Together, we have achieved meaningful milestones that have strengthened our system, expanded opportunities, and deepened our connection to the communitieswe serve. One of the most significant accomplishments was the successful purchase of… Continue reading.

Prepare early Know your area’s risk for winter storms. Extreme winter weather can leave communities without utilities or other services for long periods.  Prepare your home to keep out the cold with insulation, caulking, and weather stripping. Learn how to keep pipes from freezing. Install and test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors with battery… Continue reading.

As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, it’s time to start preparing your home for winter.  Winterizing your house not only protects it from harsh weather conditions but also helps you save energy and avoid costly repairs down the line. Here are some essential tips to ensure your home stays cozy all winter long:… Continue reading.

The 86th Miami-Cass REMC Annual Meeting was held virtually on Sept. 30, 2025, at the Miami Cass REMC headquarters. Total attendance at the meeting was 209 registered members representing 4% of the total voting membership. All registered members who attended received a $15 bill credit. Miami-Cass REMC Director of Sales and Member Services Shadd McLochlin… Continue reading.

Protect your home and family from fire hazards. Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, and on every level of the home. Test the batteries every month and replace them once a year. Create a family escape plan. Unattended cooking equipment is the leading cause of home cooking fires. Always be sure… Continue reading.

Welcome to the 86th Annual Meeting of Miami-Cass REMC. I’m Rob Schwartz, CEO of your cooperative. Joining us tonight are your board of directors: President Jim Savage, Vice President Todd Smith, Secretary-Treasurer Cindy Scott, and Directors Don Wilson, Mark Hahn, Scott Marshand, and Tony Caldwell. Also in attendance are several staff members: Ryan Covert, IT;… Continue reading.

1. Counted seven board members attending. Attorney J. Michael Deweese also attended. 2. Jim Savage presented the WVPA monthly report. 3. Deweese presented the monthly legal report. 4. Rob Schwartz presented the monthly CEO report. 5. Minutes from the previous board meeting were approved. 6. The August financials, monthly operating, member services, human resources, and… Continue reading.

This November, I’m especially mindful of the blessings in my life — my family (even if my kids may not love that I am sharing this photo), my friends, and the incredible team at Wabash Valley Power Alliance dedicated to serving you. It’s the perfect time to reflect on the work we do together as… Continue reading.

October is National Co-op Month — and this year, the United Nations has gone even further, declaring 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives. What does that mean? Maybe not much at first glance. But for me, it’s a powerful reminder that co-ops aren’t just another business model. They are something better. A few years ago,… Continue reading.