BACK TO THE BASICS This year, Decatur County REMC is launching a Back to the Basics series — a return to the fundamentals of who we are, why we exist, and what makes a cooperative different. In a world full of buzzwords and big promises, it’s worth pausing to remember the simple truth behind our… Continue reading.

CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Decatur County REMC board of directors was called to order at 5: 30 p.m. by Chairman Steve AmRhein. Minutes were recorded by Steve Nobbe. All board members were present with Suzanne Parmer attending via Webex. Also present were CEO Brett Abplanalp and employee Matt Raver. APPROVAL OF… Continue reading.

Electrical demand is rising faster than we’ve seen in decades. As our economy relies more on electricity, cooperatives like Kankakee Valley REMC are planning to keep power reliable for every home and business we serve. The North American Reliability Corporation recently shared its 2025-26 winter outlook. The good news: under normal conditions, we have the… Continue reading.

At Kankakee Valley REMC, giving isn’t just seasonal – it’s a year-round commitment. In fact, more than 70% of our membership gives back each month through the Operation Round Up program. Thanks to their generosity, the program awarded $26,000 to local non-profits in the final quarter of 2025, supporting causes that help residents of our… Continue reading.

Cooperative employee Kristi Fricke, member service representative, recently completed the Rural Electric Leaders in Training Exchange (RELITE) program offered by Indiana Electric Cooperatives. Fricke graduated from the two-year leadership development program, while Engineering Supervisor Cody Fletcher completed a third year of service to the RELITE program as a facilitator, helping guide and mentor program participants…. Continue reading.

Kankakee Valley REMC is proud to continue its tradition of investing in the future of our communities by offering two scholarship options to 2026 graduating high school seniors. To be eligible for all scholarships, students must be graduating from high school in the 2026 academic year and have a parent or guardian who is a… Continue reading.

Elections will be held for the following districts during the virtual annual meeting: • DISTRICT 3: Washington and Veale townships (Daviess County) • DISTRICT 6: Halbert, Lost River, Rutherford and Mitcheltree townships (Martin County) INCUMBENTS RUNNING FOR RE-ELECTION: • DISTRICT 3: Brandt Schuckman • DISTRICT 6: August Bauer Interested members must submit their petition of… Continue reading.

As your local power provider, Daviess-Martin County REMC’s mission has always been simple: keep the lights on and support the communities we serve. But behind every switch, every warm home and every business that opens its doors is a complex system that requires constant care. Reliable electricity doesn’t happen by accident. It requires ongoing investment… Continue reading.

The Carroll White REMC Operation Round Up board of trustees met Jan. 8 to kick off a new year of giving back to the communities served. Eight non-profits received $9,550 in the first quarter. To date, Carroll White REMC’s Operation Round Up has donated $1,087,749.59 since its inception in 2003. Officers for the new fiscal… Continue reading.

Winter can be a challenging time to manage your electric bill, especially for homes that rely on electricity for heating. Prolonged cold temperatures mean heating systems must run longer and work harder, which often results in higher electric bills arriving in February. Understanding how winter weather affects energy use can help you take steps to… Continue reading.

Winter storms can create dangerous conditions on roads and around electrical equipment. Snow, ice, and high winds increase the risk of downed power lines and power outages. Staying alert while driving and using generators safely can help protect you and others. DRIVING SAFELY AROUND POWER LINES Winter weather can cause power lines or utility poles… Continue reading.