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.
Zeke Allstott, fourth-year apprentice lineman, celebrates five years of service at REMC this month. Travis Thorlton, journeyman lineman, celebrates five years of service at REMC this month. Mariah Roop is the newest REMC employee. She was hired in May as a member service representative.
The director election results are in, with 1,159 members participating, or 13.23% of the membership. While there were no contested seats on this year’s ballot, your role in ratifying the election results remains vital to our cooperative’s democratic process. Congratulations to the following directors: Keith Keller- District 3 Neasa Kalme– District 6 Kyle Stockwell– District… Continue reading.
District 3: Fremont and Clear Lake Townships Keith Keller Why did you run for office? I want to help the community grow and thrive and ensure members can have reliable and affordable power and internet in our county. Occupation: RV Production, Jayco Family: I have three daughters with my wife, Ann Interests: I enjoy crafting… Continue reading.
This article is adapted from CEO Brett Abplanalp’s remarks delivered at the Annual Meeting on Friday, June 13, 2025. At Decatur County REMC, we believe in more than just keeping the lights on. We believe in powering lives, building connections, and strengthening the communities we call home. And if the past year has shown us… Continue reading.
Director District 1 – Suzanne (Swango) Parmer District 2 – Carl Riedeman Nominating committee District 3 – Jaimie Meyer District 6 – Joseph Diekhoff
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our generous sponsors and congratulations to our prize winners. N. Elsner, Blackstone Grill (Hometown Energy LLC) Arnie England, 50-inch Smart TV (Viasat) Gregory Redelman, $250 cash (First Federal Savings & Loan) John Ploeger, $250 cash (First Federal Savings & Loan) Dennis Israel, Five gift cards totaling $250 (Brownstown Electric… Continue reading.
Call to order The regular meeting of the Decatur County REMC Board of Directors was called to order at 5:32 p.m. by Chairman Steve AmRhein. Steve Nobbe recorded the minutes. All board members were present. Also present were CEO Brett Abplanalp and employee Matt Raver. Approval of agenda Suzanne Parmer moved to approve the agenda as presented…. Continue reading.
When you last watched a home improvement show, did you notice how the actors snap their fingers, and the project is done? That is called a jump cut. While we wish we could “jump cut” from a power outage to power restoration, it can often take much more effort and people to make it happen. … Continue reading.
Last month, the Junior Board of Directors demonstrated its commitment to community outreach and support through two impactful service projects. Throughout the eight-month program, students were required to complete individual community service hours. For each hour served, KV REMC pledged a set dollar amount. Students reported their monthly hours at each session, which were tracked… Continue reading.
