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Celebrating Lineman Appreciation Day
In the quiet hours before dawn breaks, while many of us are still nestled in our beds, linemen begin their day, often clad in flame-resistant clothing, safety goggles, rubber gloves, and thick, heavy boots. They are the individuals who epitomize dedication to service in its purest form. Each April, we celebrate Lineman Appreciation Day to reflect… Continue reading.
Member event to highlight grid reliability and expansion
Boone REMC will host its next Member Ambassadors of the Cooperative (MAC) event on the evening of Tuesday, June 17, at the Boone County 4-H Fairgrounds (1300 E 100 S) in Lebanon. The gathering will take place in the Farm Bureau Community Building and begin at 6 p.m. with light refreshments. A presentation will follow… Continue reading.
Annual director election
Thank you to all the members who took part in our annual director election and drive-thru event! This year, we saw record-breaking engagement, with more than 13% of our members casting their ballots online, by mail, at our office, or during the drive-thru event. As a member-owned cooperative, your involvement is what powers our mission…. Continue reading.
What to do when your power goes out
As your locally owned and operated power company, our operations team is close by and on call 24/7 to respond to power outages. We’ve implemented several programs to maintain our record of reliability, including maintenance, inspections, and tree trimming. Sometimes though, you may lose power due to weather, vehicle accidents, maintenance work, or other factors. If… Continue reading.
Check your home for hazards
Home electrical issues cause over 51,000 fires each year, resulting in more than 500 deaths, 1,400 injuries and $1.3 billion in property damage, according to the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI). There are many measures you can take to ensure thev well-being of your loved ones. Use these helpful tips from ESFI to safeguard your… Continue reading.
Spring clean your A/C
Some people tackle spring cleaning by decluttering and scrubbing their home — while missing the most vital equipment saving them from a sweltering summer. Many people welcome the season’s warmer weather with a thorough spring cleaning of their home. This frequently includes focusing on sprucing up living spaces — or getting to that long to-do… Continue reading.
A focus on development
Nearly every day, the Hoosier Energy economic development team is answering questions. But Economic Development Manager Jeff Pipkin wasn’t satisfied with questions from member cooperatives, member consumers, or other local government and economic leaders. Over the past three years, Pipkin has taken classes with the Midwest Community Development Institute and recently answered many more questions… Continue reading.
Lineworkers are wired for service
In the quiet hours before dawn breaks, while many people are still tucked in our beds, lineworkers begin their day, often clad in flame-resistant clothing, safety goggles, rubber gloves, and thick, heavy boots. They are the individuals who epitomize dedication to service in its purest form. As we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day on April 18, this… Continue reading.
Festival guide available
While supplies last, members are invited to stop by the office and pick up a free copy of the 2025 Indiana Festival Guide. We invite members use our drive-thru for quick and easy pick up. There are also a few copies of the 2025 Cooperative Calendar of Student Art and the 2025 Farmers’ Almanac still… Continue reading.












