Whether you’re a bull rider resisting being thrown to the ground or a child coping with cancer, the goal is the same: Hang on and don’t let go. Rodeo Night at the Paulding County Fair in June was an evening of powerful emotions. With nearly 800 people in the grandstands, the event raised more than… Continue reading.

Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative recently added three new members to the team. Allow us to introduce Valerie Bohner, Samantha Kuhn and Steve Smith. Valerie Bohner Part-time cashier Start date: Oct. 18, 2017 From: Oakwood Why PPEC? “I was drawn to the family atmosphere at the co-op. Everyone is so nice and helpful.” Duties: Process payments,… Continue reading.

ACRE Co-op Owners for Political Action® (ACRE-COPA) gives you, the members of Paulding Putnam Electric Co-op (PPEC), the opportunity to raise your voice about issues that matter to you. State and federal government officials make policy decisions that affect PPEC, your rates, and your way of life. Instead of having to go to Washington to… Continue reading.

Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative is requesting your assistance in locating these members so they can receive the refunds due to them. These former members’ refunds were returned “undeliverable” by the U.S. Postal Service. Their names are listed below. If you recognize a name on the list, notify the person. If the person is deceased, let… Continue reading.

Located on the Ohio River in Brilliant, Ohio, Cardinal Generating Station provides power to the 24 electric cooperatives serving Ohio, including Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative (PPEC). The 2018 Cardinal Plant tour will take place Sept. 12. This scenic, one-day trip to see your power plant up close and personal is free for members. The tour… Continue reading.

Youth Tour is an annual weeklong trip in June awarded by PPEC that includes visits to many famous sites in Washington, D.C., and meetings with the students’ congressional representatives. PPEC delegates Adrienne Rosswurm and Madelyn Lamb met with about 1,800 students nationwide to develop leadership skills, learn about co-ops, and create lasting friendships. Stops along… Continue reading.

The members of Orange County REMC gathered on June 8 for the annual meeting at Paoli Junior-Senior High School. “This year marks Orange County REMC’s 81st year striving to go the extra mile to bring value and improve our members’ and communities’ quality of life,” said Eugene Roberts, while presiding over the meeting as board… Continue reading.

Several students from the Orange County REMC service territory recently had a chance to experience learning like never before even when school was out for the summer. Touchstone Energy Camp Four local students attended the three-day Touchstone Energy Camp and experienced horseback riding, rock climbing, swimming, archery and campfires, along with learning about electrical safety…. Continue reading.

Please help restore Patoka Lake’s shoreline to its natural state of beauty and cleanliness for wildlife safety and water quality. Cleanup Day is Aug. 25 from 8 to 11 a.m. Lunch will immediately follow. Meet at the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers Office, 4512 N. Cuzco Road S., next to the dam/spillway to receive supplies… Continue reading.

Orange County REMC members who pay their electric bills using any of the following automated systems will be entered in a drawing to win $50. Eligible payment methods include: Online at www.myremc.coop Bank draft IVR (by calling 855-865-2229) Recurring credit or debit card Congratulations to last quarter’s winner — Paul and Candice Byrn of Paoli!

Last month, Orange County REMC received this kind note from member Charles Carr: Last week, my wife, Connie, was going to work. She must work to buy the medicine that I require since my stroke in 2013. Connie experienced a flat tire on our 2001 Volvo while driving on State Hwy. 37 E. With me… Continue reading.