Orange County REMC
Orange County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Orleans, Indiana. As a cooperative, Orange 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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Fiber Optic Internet: Construction Update
We are excited to announce that construction of high-speed Fiber Optic Internet service, through our subsidiary, Orange County Fiber is progressing on schedule, with Phase 1 complete and Phase 2 about 80% complete. We are also pleased to announce that nearly 70% of members who now have access to the service have subscribed, with only… Continue reading.
Site links Hoosiers to job opportunities
Hoosier Energy is a generation and transmission (G&T) electric cooperative that provides wholesale power and services to 18 member electric cooperatives in central and southern Indiana and southeastern Illinois. We deliver power through a nearly 1,700 mile transmission network. Our mission is to provide members with assured, reliable and competitively priced energy and services in… Continue reading.
Stay ‘in the know’
At Orange County REMC we are constantly striving to improve our operational efficiency so we can provide the most reliable electric service possible for our consumer-members (that’s you!). We rely on data for nearly every aspect of our operations, which is why we need your help. By making sure we have your most accurate and… Continue reading.
2020 director election timeline
Eugene Roberts, District 1, and Ben Lindsey, District 5, are incumbent directors whose terms expire in 2020. Petitions of nominations due by April 22. Nominations by the board (absent incumbents seeking re-elections or petitioners) by April 22. Full slate of candidates posted and mailed by May 14. All candidate biographies published in the May or… Continue reading.
Save the date!
JUNE 5 Paoli Jr./Sr. High School501 S. Elm St., Paoli, IN 47454 Agenda 4:30 p.m. Registration Opens 4:30-6:30 p.m. Catered Meal 4:30-8 p.m. Children’s Activities 5-6:45 p.m. Entertainment by Kirby Stailey 7 p.m. Business Meeting
Seven ways to lower energy bills — for free
Clean your clothes dryer’s lint trap every time you load the machine. A lint-free trap allows for better air circulation, which could mean your clothes will dry quicker. When it’s sunny outside, throw open the curtains, even in the winter. Let the sun help warm your room and add enough light that you won’t need… Continue reading.
You count!
In mid-March, homes across the country will begin receiving invitations to complete the 2020 Census. Once the invitation arrives, you should respond for your home in one of three ways: online, by phone, or by mail. Why is it important to participate? The 2020 Census will determine congressional representation, inform hundreds of billions in federal… Continue reading.
Manage your account with SmartHub
We know our members have lots to do every day. That’s why we now have an online account management system to help streamline the way you interact with your REMC account. Our new SmartHub system allows you to: Pay your bill and monitor your electric use from the website or from your iPhone, IPad or… Continue reading.
Co-ops support Indiana tourism
For nearly 48 years, Hoosier Energy and member cooperatives have supported Indiana tourism by sponsoring the Indiana Festival Guide. A popular and comprehensive tourism publication, which includes more than 600 festivals, craft fairs, holiday shows, historical re-enactments and community celebrations are available free of charge from Orange County REMC. Electric cooperatives are committed to the… Continue reading.
Orange County Fiber welcomes new employee
Progress in expanding the territory served by Orange County Fiber is on track, and another new employee has been added to handle the additional workload as we bring high-speed internet to more homes in our community. Orange County Fiber would like to introduce our newest team member, Brandon Carnes. Brandon started on Jan. 6 as… Continue reading.
Pole-top rescue training focuses on speed, safety
A second-generation line specialist, Dave Helton once saw his dad’s friends climbing poles and putting up power lines near his workplace. “After I saw that, I knew going forward I wanted to be a lineman,” says Helton, who has worked for Hoosier Energy almost 27 years. “I’ve never looked back. I love working with my… Continue reading.