Becoming a mechanic was a natural path for recently retired Randy Hovarter. Growing up on a farm in rural Kendallville, he had to learn how to fix equipment on his own, tinkering and repairing machinery as issues popped up. This led him to being pushed into a shop position at the local scrap yard at… Continue reading.

Each year, LaGrange County REMC awards three $1,000 scholarships to help area students further their education at an accredited college or trade school of their choice. The only requirements for applying are that the student must be an actively enrolled senior, their parents’ or legal guardians’ primary residence must be within LaGrange County REMC’s territory… Continue reading.

If you reside in district 1, 2 or 9 and are interested in running for election, contact the office to get your petition. The petition must be signed by at least 15 members and be returned to the REMC office by Friday, March 10, which is no less than 90 days prior to the 2023 Annual… Continue reading.

The employees and directors of Steuben County REMC held an awards banquet on Dec. 3. From Left to right: Mike Kurtz, Wayne Gingerich (Board President), Scott Charters, Larry Jack, Daylon Ulrich, Rod Allen, Josh Durbin, Gaven Kolb, Sarah Strzempka, Braden Nichols and Kevin Keiser (CEO). 

Have a real tree from Christmas and not sure what to do with it? Steuben County REMC is now accepting Christmas trees to recycle for free. Bring your tree to our office during normal business hours and we will recycle it for you.  Drop-off Times 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.Monday–Friday Drop-off Location 1212 S. Wayne St.Angola, IN… Continue reading.

Jan. 11:Britt Holden, communications coordinator (5th)

Jan. 3Dayton Ulrich, lineman apprentice (6th) Jan. 4Dave Short, director of broadband operations (2nd) Jan. 6Hunter Stultz, right-of-way tree crew (3rd)

Phase 1 Orland/West Otter/Salem/Helmer registration open (COMPLETE) Make ready construction (COMPLETE) Mainline construction (Zone 5 Helmer – pending) Mainline splicing (Zone 4 Orland)  Service wire construction (Zone 3 Otter S) At-home installation  (Zone 1 Otter NW, Zone 2 Otter NE and Zone 3 Otter S) Phase 2 Nevada Mills/Lake James/Crooked Lake Construction starting after Phase… Continue reading.

Beginning Jan. 1, Southern Indiana Power members will see on average a 4% increase in their overall electric bills. The monthly bill for a member using 1,000 kilowatt-hours will be increasing about $5.70, or 4% higher than current charges.  The explanation for the increase is due to the rising costs of the fuels used to generate… Continue reading.

Camp Kilowatt  Date: June 7-10 A fun and unique camp experience for students entering seventh grade. The camp takes place in early June and gives kids a chance to learn about energy while making new friends and enjoying activities and games. This three-day camp includes horseback riding, electric cooperative education, rock climbing, swimming and much… Continue reading.

Operation Round Up® is a charitable fundraising program that allows Southern Indiana Power members to donate the spare change on their bills to help those in need throughout the community. With the average donation of only $6 per year, and never more than 99 cents a month, you can make a small investment that pays… Continue reading.