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Broadband update: September 2023
Phase 1 (5 zones, all open)Orland/West Otter/Salem/Helmer At-home installationPlace order Now (all zones open) Phase 2 (4 zones, all open)Nevada Mills/Lake James/Crooked Lake At-home installationPlace order Now (all zones open) Phase 3 (5 zones)North-Central-East Angola/Fremont. Construction starting after Phase 2 Registration open Make ready Construction (complete) Mainline construction Mainline splicing (Scott South, West, Northeast and Fremont)… Continue reading.
Operation Round Up Grants Awarded
As your co-op, we are empowered to do more for our community. Steuben County REMC members recently awarded funds to three local organizations in our community through the Operation Round Up program. The average contribution by a member per year is $6, with a maximum contribution of $11.88. These pennies, donated by members like you,… Continue reading.
Stay in the Know
At Southern Indiana Power, we are constantly striving to improve our operational efficiency so we can provide the most reliable electric service possible for our member-owners. We rely on data for nearly every aspect of our operations, which is why we need your help. By making sure we have your most accurate and complete contact… Continue reading.
Save money with a residential rebate
Deadline is Dec. 15! Apply at southernindianapower.com.
Operation Round Up deadline approaching
If your group or organization could benefit from a grant this fall,submit an application on or before Sept. 15. Applications are available online at southernindianapower.com under the “Community” menu.
Fun at Camp Kilowatt
Camp Kilowatt energized students from June 7–10 at Camp Tecumseh in Brookston, Indiana. This fun, powerful and unique experience brings incoming seventh graders to a 650-acre campground for a combination of traditional camp activities (e.g., archery, zip lining and swimming) and educational opportunities in alternative energy, internet safety, electricity generation and transmission, and more. Developed… Continue reading.
July Board Meeting Notes
In an effort to keep you informed of your cooperative’s operations and activities, the following are highlights of the July 19 board meeting. 1. All directors were present. Also present were CEO Steve Seibert, Administrative Assistant Lisa Hinton and Journeyman Lineman Clint Heeke. 2. As the first item of business, Heeke provided an inspiring presentation… Continue reading.
Power in Your Hands
Recently, one of our newer employees asked me what makes electric co-ops different from other types of utilities. This month, I thought I’d share a few of the things I told her. Because we’re a co-op, we operate a little differently than other utilities. Orange County REMC’s decisions are made locally by directors who are… Continue reading.
Employee News
After 17 years as an Orange County REMC employee, Robert White has accepted a position with Indiana Electric Cooperatives as a safety and risk management instructor. He has been instrumental in the transformation of Orange County REMC and will be greatly missed. This month, Chrystal Silverthorn, our custodian, celebrates five years with Orange County REMC…. Continue reading.
Oct. 13 is Member Appreciation Day
Join us on Oct. 13 anytime between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. for free food and giveaways as our way to say “thank you” to our members. Orange County REMC Garage7133 N. State Road 337, Orleans
Local Groups Recieve $6,900 in Operation Round Up Grants
Each month, members who wish to participate in Operation Round Up® can have Orange County REMC automatically round their electric and/or fiber bill to the next highest dollar. That extra spare change is added to a fund overseen by a volunteer group of trustees that review requests for grants for the funds. Details of the… Continue reading.
SmartHub offers convenience
Everyone is looking for ways to streamline tasks throughout the day, and the SmartHub app from Orange County REMC can help you do just that. This free app makes it simple and convenient to do the following: SmartHub also has tools to help you analyze your electric use and do an easy comparison with the… Continue reading.











