Electrify Indiana 2024, presented by Hoosier Energy, Wabash Valley Power Alliance, and Indiana Electric Cooperatives, took the Westin Hotel in Indianapolis by storm on Aug. 26.  Over 300 people, representing 120 companies, 48 sponsors, and 44 tradeshow booths, attended the event designed to promote beneficial electrification. There was something for everyone.  The day featured nine… Continue reading.

Roasting a turkey in the oven is still the most popular way to cook a bird for Thanksgiving. Here are some do’s and don’ts to take the fear out of this intimidating process.  Do’s and don’ts of roasting a whole turkey DON’T roast turkey in an oven temperature lower than 325 F. DON’T roast turkey… Continue reading.

Why brine a turkey? This process infuses turkey with moisture and produces a tender and juicy roasted turkey every time. Perdue Farms, which has turkey farms in Indiana, suggests wet or dry brining for a delicious oven-cooked turkey. WET BRINE Brine is a salt-water solution that may include woody herbs like rosemary and thyme, crushed… Continue reading.

TRADITIONAL METHOD Place the frozen turkey in a large food storage container, a pan with a high lip, or the roasting pan you will use to roast the turkey in the oven. Place the turkey in a refrigerator and let it defrost. A good rule of thumb is to allow five hours per pound of… Continue reading.

How much turkey do you need to feed family and friends? Plan on about half a pound of cooked turkey per guest (Thanksgiving dinner servings only) or 1 pound per guest (Thanksgiving dinner servings plus leftovers). Cooking a whole bird reduces the amount of edible meat by 25%, so check out this chart for the… Continue reading.

At the 2017 Annual Meeting, Tipmont announced plans to build fiber internet across its electric service territory — ensuring all Tipmont members would have broadband access. I can still hear the cheers … and the disappointed response to our sharing that it would take until 2028 to complete the fiber network build. You were loud… Continue reading.

The regular meeting of the board of directors was held on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024. All directors were present. Also attending were CEO Ron Holcomb and attorney Brian Garrison. The year-to-date margin is $(76,860). The cooperative currently has an equity rate of 30.21%, and 621 new services have been installed this year. The next regular… Continue reading.

As harvest season continues, here are some tips to protect yourself and others when using agricultural equipment: Learn more at tipmont.com/farmsafety.

In September, Tipmont ensured broadband access across its service territory — a full four years ahead of our original schedule. We thank all Tipmont members for their patience during this project, which has involved hard work from Tipmont employees since we announced the project in 2017. We’ve connected 9,000 members (and counting) to our blazing-fast… Continue reading.

Once upon a time, all a light bulb did was illuminate a room. Today, smart bulbs do much more and are available in bulbs, lamps, strips, strings, and recessed or outdoor lighting. But are they right for you? Let’s explore the possibilities and drawbacks. POSSIBILITIES DRAWBACKS I use Philips Hue bulbs in my home and… Continue reading.

Adding a few cents to your energy bill can flip a switch to improve lives and communities. In July 2024, Tipmont distributed over $20,000 in grants from its Operation Round Up and EnviroWatts programs. These grants funded musical performance initiatives, first-responder upgrades, food pantry shelving, and more in the communities we serve. OPERATION ROUND UP… Continue reading.

Seeking something spooky to stream this Halloween season? Check out these recommendations, filtered for kid-friendliness or grown-ups only! Find even more options with Tipmont’s streaming search tool! Filter by “horror” and the streaming services you subscribe to at tipmont.com/streamingmarketplace. KID-FRIENDLY FRIGHTS NEW FOR YOUNGER KIDS NEW FOR OLDER KIDS CLASSIC FLICKS FOR YOUNGER KIDS CLASSIC PICKS… Continue reading.