As a residential member-consumer, the better we understand you, the better we can serve you. That’s why Southern Indiana Power occasionally surveys our members to identify emerging trends in power use. With the help of SMARInsights, an independent research firm, we are conducting an online survey to identify the types of heating and cooling systems,… Continue reading.

To keep you informed of your cooperative’s operations and activities, the following are highlights of the July 29 board meeting. 

Ron Taylor had never been to Washington, D.C. That changed earlier this year when the retired Hoosier Energy employee and Vietnam veteran participated in the 50th Indy Honor Flight to the nation’s capital on May 30. Indy Honor Flight is a nonprofit organization created specifically to honor Indiana’s veterans. Each Honor Flight is a one-day,… Continue reading.

When severe weather tears through a community, the first question from members is often simple: When will the lights come back on? The answer to this question can sometimes be difficult to answer when the storm first hits. When the damage is severe enough, electric cooperatives like Southern Indiana Power look to others for mutual… Continue reading.

Southern Indiana Power was proud to send two students, Wyatt Harris and Lucy Harumal, on the Indiana Youth Tour, an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., for students following their junior year in high school. Each summer, over 2,100 students spend a week in the nation’s capital exploring landmarks, meeting elected officials, and learning about civic… Continue reading.

We are excited to announce that Jennifer Coyle was hired as Southern Indiana Power’s new Manager of Member Services. Coyle brings over 17 years of experience in marketing, business/community relations, and customer service skills to our team. She has a Bachelor of Science in business, with a concentration in marketing and management, and is currently… Continue reading.

To keep you informed of your cooperative’s operations and activities, the following are highlights of the June 24 board meeting. 1. All directors were present along with CEO Steve Seibert, Administrative Assistant Lisa Hinton, and Manager of Finance & Accounting Amy Ramsey. 2. The May 26 board meeting minutes were reviewed and approved. 3. The… Continue reading.

If you were in the right place at the right time near a 12-mile stretch of transmission lines between Tell City North and Bandon Substation in early April, you might have caught a glimpse of flying linemen tethered underneath a helicopter, soaring through the air as part of Hoosier Energy’s Bandon Static Wire Replacement Project…. Continue reading.

Southern Indiana Power serves members across more than 1,600 miles of line. These lines must be kept clear of trees and vegetation for safety and to ensure reliable service. Clearing the right-of-way (ROW) is critical for safety and reliability. Power interruptions occur when trees or bushes grow too close to power lines. Occasionally, during major… Continue reading.

Proper tree selection and placement enhance your property value and prevent costly maintenance trimming and damage to your home. If you plan to plant a new tree, or replace an existing tree, please pay close attention to what type of tree you plant and where. When choosing a spot to plant your tree, make sure… Continue reading.

To keep you informed about your cooperative’s operations and activities, here are highlights from the May 26 board meeting: 1. All directors were present along with CEO Steve Seibert and Administrative Assistant Lisa Hinton. 2. The April 30 board meeting minutes were reviewed and approved. 3. The membership certificates were reviewed. 4. The vouchers were… Continue reading.

By Julie Young Although fireworks displays are a traditional part of our Independence Day celebrations, nearly 15,000 people are treated in emergency rooms for fireworks-related injuries each year.  While some accidents are the result of amateurs attempting to launch professional-grade explosives, others are caused by legal fireworks that stay on the ground and can be… Continue reading.