Southern Indiana Power serves members across more than 1,600 miles of line. These lines must be kept clear of trees and vegetation for safety and to ensure reliable service. Clearing the right-of-way (ROW) is critical for safety and reliability. Power interruptions occur when trees or bushes grow too close to power lines. Occasionally, during major… Continue reading.
Congratulations to these students who were selected from entries across Indiana to be recognized in the Cooperative Student Art Contest. Clark County REMC is proud to celebrate four local students, including the Artist of the Year, two contest winners, and two Honorable Mention recipients. Great job to all!
Carroll White REMC is discontinuing the sale of water heaters and the associated load-management programs for water heaters, pool pumps, and air conditioners, effective immediately. The load management program, introduced in the early 1980s, utilized Demand Response Unit (DRU) switches on electric water heaters to reduce peak demand on the electric grid. Credits received from… Continue reading.
In March, Tyler Tetzloff joined Carroll White REMC as director of information technology (IT). Tetzloff was born and raised in Monticello and attended Meadowlawn Elementary, Roosevelt Middle School, and graduated from Twin Lakes High School. “While at Twin Lakes, I played baseball,” said Tetzloff. “For many years, I worked at Twin Lakes Cinema selling tickets,… Continue reading.
The Carroll White REMC Operation Round Up Board of Trustees met for the 2026 Second Quarter and granted $12,550 to 13 non-profits in the service territory. This quarter’s largest grant was $2,000 given to the Tri-County Summer Meal Program. For the past 16 years, Tri-County has provided nutritious meals free of charge to anyone 18… Continue reading.
As we move into summer, electricity use naturally increases as air conditioners work harder and homes and businesses rely more heavily on electricity to stay comfortable. At Bartholomew County REMC, this season is an important reminder of why local decision-making and responsible planning matter, especially when it comes to affordability. As a not-for-profit, member-owned electric… Continue reading.
Find a full bio of each candidate in your mailed Annual Meeting packet. BOARD OF DIRECTORS CANDIDATES District 3 Dan Fleming (INCUMBENT) Glen Shireman District 6 Curt Burbrink (INCUMBENT) Mike Speaker NOMINATING COMMITTEE CANDIDATES District 3 John Kestler Tim Loyd District 6 Tim Kreinhagen Aaron Spurgeon
This year’s Annual Meeting for Bartholomew County REMC will be held virtually on June 16 at 7 p.m. Members received the annual report and voting materials for the board of directors and nominating committee members in Districts 3 and 6 in mid-May. Election results will be announced during the virtual Annual Meeting. Participating in the… Continue reading.
As summer temperatures climb, air conditioning systems work harder to keep homes comfortable. A few simple steps can help your cooling system run more efficiently, improve comfort, and reduce unnecessary strain during the hottest months of the year. KEEP AIR FLOW CLEAR • Make sure furniture, rugs, or curtains do not block supply and return… Continue reading.
During June, July, and August, electricity demand is at its highest, often occurring on the hottest day of the month. These periods are known as the monthly peak, and what happens during just one hour can affect everyone’s electric costs. During the peak hour of the month, our power supplier, Hoosier Energy, charges us based… Continue reading.
