This past fall South Spencer High School completed a two-year long renovation project.  During this project, all of the existing HVAC equipment was replaced and exchanged with energy-efficient, rooftop HVAC units that sit above each individual classroom. This allows each teacher the ability to control the temperature in each classroom. LED lighting also replaced traditional… Continue reading.

Cody Pfeifer has been with the co-op for nearly eight years. He was hired Aug. 6, 2012, as an apprentice lineman. Pfeifer graduated from the HEATS program to become a journeyman lineman on Nov. 4, 2016. He lives in Perry County. When he isn’t working, he enjoys hunting, fishing and being outdoors.

Meter Update We are currently updating member meters around the Holiday World substation. Please be aware of our crews in the surrounding areas. Energy Assistance Participants are reminded that the moratorium on disconnection for non-payment ends March 15. Accounts assisted by EAP must be brought up to date beforehand or they may be disconnected the… Continue reading.

Electric vehicles (EV) are converging on the Midwest, albeit slowly. With their entrance, new challenges are being identified for members and cooperatives alike. Southern Indiana Power member Bradley Lynch has discovered that owning an electric car in a rural area brings with it a bit of celebrity. “People ask if they can take pictures of… Continue reading.

To keep you informed of your cooperative’s operations and activities, the following are highlights of the Jan. 29 board meeting. 1. All directors were present along with CEO Steve Seibert and administrative assistant Lisa Hinton.  2. The Dec. 18, 2019, board meeting minutes were approved. 3. The membership certificates and vouchers were reviewed and approved…. Continue reading.

A second-generation line specialist, Dave Helton once saw his dad’s friends climbing poles and putting up power lines near his workplace. “After I saw that, I knew going forward I wanted to be a lineman,” says Helton, who has worked for Hoosier Energy almost 27 years. “I’ve never looked back. I love working with my… Continue reading.

Online bill pay Many of our members choose to pay their bill online because it is more convenient. That is why Southern Indiana Power provides several online bill payment options.  These options provided by Southern Indiana Power are secure and reliable.   Although paying your bill online can save you time, it can also be… Continue reading.

Photos: Nancy Davis, apprenticeship manager at Ivy Tech, presents diplomas to Ryan Cassidy (left) and Clint Heeke.  The Hoosier Energy Apprentice Training and Safety program (HEATS) produced its 40th class of graduates in November. The program provides line, meter and substation specialists with specialized training that develops technical skills and safety excellence. The 2019 class… Continue reading.

Applications and scholarship applications are due by Feb. 14 to be considered for the Operation Round Up grant disbursement in March.  Any 501c(3) organization may apply, but the primary purpose of ORU is to address charitable needs and provide financial assistance in the counties served by Southern Indiana Power. Applications can be found on our… Continue reading.

We’ve heard your frustrations during larger outages and the number one complaint was receiving a busy signal, so we’ve come up with some solutions to alleviate this problem. The first option is to use our toll-free number to report an outage. This will allow for unlimited lines to come into our office and/or call center… Continue reading.

Touchstone Energy Camp (June 3-6) A fun, powerful and unique camp experience designed for students entering seventh grade in 2020. Horseback riding, canoeing, zip lining, trying out archery, swimming, learning about electrical safety and bucket truck rides. Apply at TouchstoneEnergyCamp.org.  Indiana Youth Tour (June 18-25) Southern Indiana Power wants to send you on a weeklong,… Continue reading.