As the holiday season approaches, it’s a time to pause, reflect, and express heartfelt gratitude to those who make our work meaningful — our members. At Orange County REMC, we are more than just an electric utility; we are a cooperative built by and for the community we serve. Your trust and partnership inspire us… Continue reading.
CALL TO ORDER Chairman Steve AmRhein called the regular meeting of the Decatur County REMC Board of Directors to order at 5: 32 p. m., and Steve Nobbe recorded the minutes. All board members were present, except Jason Barnhorst. Also present were CEO Brett Abplanalp and employee Matt Raver. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Suzanne Parmer moved… Continue reading.
Smart technologies make our homes more comfortable, convenient, and energy efficient. By connecting to your home Wi-Fi network, smart devices can automate everyday tasks like lighting, heating, cooling, and home security. They can even communicate with other smart devices in the home. While not all smart home products are specifically designed with energy savings in… Continue reading.
While inflation has eased since its peak of 9.1% in 2022, the cost of many critical materials and equipment, especially those made from steel and aluminum, remains significantly elevated. These lingering inflationary effects have driven up electricity distribution costs across Indiana and the U. S. As shown in the chart below, between December 2020 and… Continue reading.
Harrison REMC has posted a list of individuals who were issued a capital credit refund in June 2023 for the capital credit year of 1986-1987 but have not claimed their refunds. Each refund was mailed to the last known address on record at the REMC. A notice of where to obtain the list of unclaimed… Continue reading.
Last month, we officially launched our new name and brand identity. We’re now Boone Power. But were still your local electric cooperative, proudly serving the people, farms, and businesses of Greater Boone County. While our name and logo have changed, our mission hasnt. We remain committed to delivering safe, reliable electricity and operating by the… Continue reading.
Electric cooperatives across the Hoosier state, including Boone Power (formerly Boone REMC), and their statewide magazine, Indiana Connection, are accepting applications for an award that recognizes the community spirit of Indiana’s youth. The Youth Power and Hope Awards program honors Indiana students in fifth through eighth grades who are leaders in their communities and have… Continue reading.
With SmartHub, our member-facing account management tool, you can control which notifications you receive and how. One of the notification options is payment reminders. You can decide how many days prior to your bill due date you would like to receive a reminder and whether you want an email or a text message. This can… Continue reading.
Fall is a good time to schedule a tune-up for your heating system. Home heating accounts for a large portion of winter energy bills, and no matter what kind of system you have, you can save energy and money by regularly maintaining your equipment. Proper equipment maintenance and upgrades, combined with recommended insulation, air sealing,… Continue reading.
COOKING SAFETY Cooking fires are the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries. HEATING SAFETY Use caution around heating equipment such as space heaters and fireplaces. Keep anything that could catch fire at least 3 feet from the heat. CANDLE SAFETY Avoid using candles because they can cause a fire. Use battery-powered lights… Continue reading.
