Growth affects every utility, but cooperatives approach it differently. As large projects look to our region, we evaluate their impact carefully to avoid unnecessary risk. Before large developments come to our community, we work with our wholesale partner, Wabash Valley Power Alliance (WPVA), to ensure the power is available, can be delivered reliably, and that… Continue reading.

Applications for the Indiana Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. are open. Interested high school juniors whose parents/guardians receive service from Boone Power should submit their applications by Feb. 13. The all-expenses-paid trip will take place June 14-21.  Don’t miss this chance to explore historic monuments, meet Indiana’s congressional delegation — and make lifelong friends along the… Continue reading.

Indiana students in grades K–12 are invited to submit artwork for the 2026 Cooperative Student Art Contest! This long-running statewide program celebrates creativity at every grade level. A first-place winner ($100) and an honorable mention ($50) are selected from each grade, and one overall Best of Show winner earns an additional $100. Each grade is assigned… Continue reading.

When Boone Power was reviewed by independent safety experts this past fall, the results were exceptional! Our cooperative exceeded expectations in numerous different categories of safety, a result of a continued focus on safety since the last audit in 2022. These unannounced evaluations, conducted through the Rural Electric Safety Achievement Program (RESAP), provide a comprehensive… Continue reading.

As we move into the 2026 board of directors election cycle, a key deadline is approaching: members interested in being placed on the ballot through the petition process must submit completed materials by Jan. 30. Directors will be elected this year to represent Districts 1, 2, and 3. Eligible members who live in these districts… Continue reading.

To date, our Operation Round Up program has provided nearly $1.1 million in local grant funding.  In 2025, the program’s board of trustees awarded nearly $60,000 for projects that support our community. Grantees were:  Operation Round Up, an initiative Boone Power started in 2006 to provide funds for local nonprofit projects. The program, offered by… Continue reading.

By Rasha Aly  It’s a common paradox: the very appliance many people rely on for comfort and warmth can pose a danger and drive up energy bills.  Dangerous reality A space heater is a primary risk factor for household disasters. According to the National Fire Protection Association, heating equipment is one of the leading causes of… Continue reading.

As we step into 2026, I’ve been reflecting on the priorities that drive our work. Each year brings its own challenges and opportunities, but one thing remains constant: our commitment to providing affordable, reliable electricity to the communities we serve. That guides everything we do at Wabash Valley Power Alliance. Every day, I’m focused on… Continue reading.

The Hoosier Energy Apprenticeship Training & Safety (HEATS) program held its 2025 graduation ceremony on Oct. 17 in French Lick. It was the largest attendance at a graduation since 2022, when three years’ worth of graduates were honored due to COVID-19 restrictions. The 2025 ceremony had 60 graduates and 363 attendees. That brings the total… Continue reading.

Although you may not be able to prevent illness entirely this cold and flu season, a healthy immune system is one way to give your body extra protection. Focusing on nutrient-rich foods and healthy lifestyle behaviors can help you and your family stay a step ahead. Immune-supporting nutrients The following nutrients play a role in… Continue reading.

Lingo displays some of the pieces he has created. Is it really considered just a hobby if you’ve been doing something you love for over 50 years? That’s what I wondered when I spoke with Ron Lingo about the unique welded sculptures he makes daily. Lingo has been a trained welder for decades.”I went into… Continue reading.