As CEO of LaGrange County REMC, I have the unique privilege of seeing firsthand what it truly takes to keep the lights on for our members. In April, we take time to pause and recognize the brave men who make that possible every single day — our linemen. When storms impact our communities and outages… Continue reading.
To celebrate October as National Cooperative Month, here are some factoids you may not know about Indiana’s electric cooperatives. Boone REMC was a model for other rural electric groups in the country. The REMC received the Rural Electrification’s first loan on July 22, 1935. It was energized on May 21, 1936. Claude Wickard, a member… Continue reading.
While co-ops operate in many industries and sectors of the economy, seven cooperative principles set co-ops apart from other businesses. The principles were first established in England in 1844 by the Rochdale (rhymes with “Scotch-Dale”) Equitable Pioneers Society, the first modern co-op organization. Over the years, the original guiding principles have been altered and added… Continue reading.
Cooperatives in America are as old as the nation itself. The first successful U.S. cooperative was organized in 1752 when Benjamin Franklin formed the Philadelphia Contributionship for the Insurance of Houses from Loss by Fire — the nation’s oldest continuing cooperative. It continues to operate today. Electric cooperatives began because investor-owned utilities did not find it… Continue reading.
Please join us as we celebrate Member Appreciation Day on Friday, Oct. 14, from 5-8 p.m. at the REMC headquarters in Osgood. This “members only” event will feature tours of the new REMC campus, including the administrative building, mechanics’ garage, warehouse, truck bays, and pole yard. Attendees will also enjoy a free meal and a… Continue reading.
Depending on the time of year, weather can cause your electric use – and your power bill – to change dramatically. Budget billing is a free service that eliminates those extreme peaks by leveling out your payment, so you pay a similar amount each month. For most members, the highest bills are in the… Continue reading.
Rebate for a new constructed geothermal heat pump or replacing another electric resistance heat, gas, heat pump or geothermal. Requirements Rebated equipment must be installed in primary residence. Submission must be within 90 days of installation date. Purchase date must be between Jan. 1, 2022, and Dec. 15, 2022. The rebated equipment needs to be… Continue reading.
With severe weather events occurring more frequently, now more than ever, it makes sense to be prepared. During a prolonged power outage or other emergency, this means having enough food, water and supplies to last at least a few days. In honor of National Preparedness Month in September, I want to remind our members and… Continue reading.
One of our community’s most valuable assets is its investment in its youth. Specifically, our local 4-H programs. Noble REMC is proud to support the program from the moment a child joins to the culmination of his/her work at the 4-H Fair. It all begins during registration, which takes place from October to January. Since… Continue reading.
Noble REMC wouldn’t be successful without our employees and directors. To highlight the work that they do, we’ve established Lighting the Way to place a spotlight on those who help the co-op thrive. Recently re-elected to his second term, Noble REMC Director Jay Wysong continues to learn and grow as he steps outside of his… Continue reading.
To say we were surprised would be an understatement. To say we were beyond grateful would not. In July, the Avilla Chamber of Commerce announced that Noble REMC was named “Business of the Year” as part of its Business Community Awards. Presented by Chamber representative Kevin Kelly, pictured at right of award, employees Amber Kunkel,… Continue reading.
