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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Almanacs and calendars available
While supplies last, members are invited to stop by the Orange County REMC office and pick up a free copy of the 2025 Cooperative Calendar of Student Art Calendar and 2025 Farmers’ Almanac. Feel free to use our drive-thru for an easy way to pick up these free publications. The calendar is illustrated by students… Continue reading.
Gaddis completes leadership program
Orange County REMC is proud to announce that Member Service Representative Morgan Gaddis graduated from the 2024 Orange County Community Leadership program. Over the course of several months in 2024, Gaddis and several other members of the community attended training sessions in various locations across the county to sharpen their communication, networking and leadership skills…. Continue reading.
Successful collaboration
With another busy year underway at Hoosier Energy, it’s worth looking back at one of 2024’s most significant projects. Bear Run Mine in Sullivan County is the biggest surface mine in the eastern United States. When the mine was ready to move west early last year, it was a big task for Hoosier Energy to… Continue reading.
Balancing electricity supply & demand
We’re all connected to the electric grid, so ensuring the right amount of electricity for all involves a complex process of forecasting energy demand, planning for capacity and securing enough supply to meet Americans’ needs. POWERFUL SOURCES First, electricity must be generated at a power plant using either traditional sources, such as coal, natural gas… Continue reading.
Apply now for these youth programs
Orange County REMC has youth programs for students of various ages. Sixth graders can apply to attend Camp Kilowatt from June 4-7 at Camp Tecumseh in Brookston, Indiana, where they’ll learn about energy, enjoy summer activities, and make new friends. High-school juniors can apply for an unforgettable educational adventure to Washington, D.C., June 15-22 on… Continue reading.
Calendars and Almanacs
We have two great publications to help you kick off the new year! While supplies last, members are invited to stop by the office and pick up a free copy of the 2025 Farmers’ Almanac and 2025 Cooperative Calendar of Student Art. Feel free to use our drive-thru for an easy way to pick up… Continue reading.
Scholarships 2025
YOUR REMC CONTINUOUSLY LOOKS FOR WAYS TO SUPPORT OUR COMMUNITY. That’s why each year we assist our young members in their pursuit of higher education by awarding scholarships to our graduating seniors. APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS APPLY TODAY! HOW TO APPLY FOR A SCHOLARSHIP: Visit myremc.coop for more info and download an application.
Grants awarded to local groups
The Operation Round Up® committee met for the last time of the year. There were only four applications received this cycle and three of those grant requests were fully funded. Details are listed below. Team OC Youth Mentoring received an $800 grant to purchase Teen Chef event supplies. Phi Beta Psi, Theta Epsilon received a… Continue reading.
