One of the biggest misconceptions about the power industry is that there’s a simple right answer. In reality, there rarely is. As a co-op member, I expect reliable, affordable power just like you do. As CEO of Wabash Valley Power Alliance, I also see the complexity behind making that happen. Every major power decision involves… Continue reading.
Years of Service: 35 Title: Work Order Clerk Ronda and her husband, Jeff, have three children: Adam (wife Chalee), Ryan and Sydney. They also have two basset hounds, Bert and Ernie. She enjoys shopping for antiques, landscaping and volunteer work. She recently retired from the Argos EMS after 15 years of service. Thank… Continue reading.
After a long winter and spring — and months of quarantine — many are itching to get outside. The warmer northwest Indiana weather will certainly coax your family to enjoy more outdoor activities. But while you transition from spring to summer, you may forget about some of the dangers outside. Kankakee Valley REMC is responsible… Continue reading.
KV REMC’s Annual Meeting has been rescheduled for Sept.10. It will be held at the Porter County Expo Center. Watch for more information in upcoming editions of Indiana Connection.
As detailed in last month’s Indiana Connection, Kankakee Valley REMC’s contractor will begin spraying along our right-of-ways the first of July. The work is being done by The Daltons. The contract crews will focus on brush and small woody plant chemical vegetation control in the areas shown on the map. This foliage poses a risk… Continue reading.
We want to make it easy for you to pay your Kankakee Valley REMC electric bill. Many convenient payment options are available that require you to never leave the safe comforts of your home. In response to the economic impact of COVID-19, KV REMC suspended the disconnection of electric service for non-payment and suspended… Continue reading.
Kankakee Valley REMC offers an array of opportunities to inspire our next generation of leaders. Two opportunities that take place over the summer are Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., and Touchstone Energy Camp at Camp Tecumseh. Both experiences are so much more than sightseeing and fun, they provide participants with experiences to help them deepen… Continue reading.
A public WiFi hot spot is now available in the KV REMC East Parking Lot. Connect to the high-speed internet using the “KV REMC Public Access” wireless network. This service is Free and available to anyone 24/7.
Your electric cooperative is run by a democratically elected board of directors. If you are interested in leading your cooperative, then consider running for directorship in this year’s election. You must attend the mandatory meeting on June 23 at the REMC beginning at 6:30 p.m. CDT to be placed on the election ballot.Director elections will… Continue reading.
Local non-profit organizations are the backbone of our communities. The programs and services they provide to aid residents in need are more important now than ever before. We are pleased to announce the first quarter Operation Round Up grants provided to local non-profit organizations for programs to help those in need. Morgan Township Volunteer Fire… Continue reading.
Craig Anderson of Duke Realty will be the newest ORU board member. The board also voted to approve partial funding for Advance Park. A $2,750 grant was awarded for the installation of radio control (RC) racetracks and a driver’s stand. The park board plans to schedule sanctioned races where racers will come from other areas… Continue reading.
Heating and cooling costs account for around half of a user’s energy bill according to the U.S. Department of Energy. So when it comes to reducing energy use and cutting home energy costs, the most impact can be made by programming the thermostat. The right thermostat settings could yield energy savings of 8-15%, and new… Continue reading.
