Exercise one of the greatest benefits of being a member of an electric co-op by voting for the upcoming year’s board of directors. Districts 1, 2, and 9 are up for election. District 1: Gary Shough Occupation: Equipment operator Employer: Steuben County Highway (28 years) Community involvement: Active: Boy Scout Troop 423 (assistant scoutmaster), Orland… Continue reading.

The spare change from Steuben County REMC members’ electric bills continues to make a big difference across the community. Through the cooperative’s Operation Round Up program, $43,000 was recently awarded to 14 local organizations and community projects, helping support programs that strengthen and improve life throughout Steuben County. Operation Round Up allows members to voluntarily… Continue reading.

By Jeff Conrad In Indiana, the month of May brings a familiar rhythm. The Indianapolis 500 captures our attention, and with it comes the language of racing, preparation, precision, teamwork, and strategy. Drivers don’t just show up on race day and hope for the best. Success is built through months of planning, testing, and coordination… Continue reading.

To help us celebrate Lineman Appreciation Day, take a look at what the world looks like from a lineman’s point of view.

Steuben County REMC has welcomed a new leader. Steven Kahle joined the cooperative as Chief Executive Officer on Feb. 2, bringing nearly two decades of experience in the electric cooperative industry. Kahle began his cooperative career at Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative in Ohio, where he spent 14 years and advanced from staking technician to engineering… Continue reading.

Seasonal weather can make electric bills unpredictable. Hot summers and cold winters often bring higher energy use, which can lead to fluctuating monthly bills. Steuben County REMC’s budget billing program helps members manage those changes by spreading energy costs more evenly throughout the year. Budget billing works by averaging your electric use over an 11-month… Continue reading.

If you opened your January electric bill and thought, “That seems high,” you weren’t alone. When bills jump, it’s natural to ask what changed. One question I’ve heard quite a bit lately is whether data centers and large energy users are driving up electricity costs. Here’s what I can tell you. In February, we announced… Continue reading.

Steuben County REMC’s 89th Annual Meeting will be held virtually on June 13. Look for more details and the official meeting notice in the May issue of Indiana Connection. 

If you reside in District 1, 2, or 9 and are interested in running for election, contact the office to get your petition. The petition must be signed by at least 15 members and returned to the REMC office by Friday, March 13, which is no less than 90 days prior to the 2026 Annual… Continue reading.

After nearly three decades of service, Kevin Keiser officially retired from Steuben County REMC on Jan. 30, concluding a career marked by steady growth, innovation, and a deep commitment to the cooperative’s members and communities. Keiser joined the cooperative in May 1998, when Steuben County REMC’s utility plant assets totaled approximately $7.8 million. Under his… Continue reading.

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.

Gaven Kolb, a five-year employee of the co-op, graduated last month from the Indiana Electric Cooperatives’ apprenticeship program, Rural Electric Apprenticeship Program (REAP). REAP is a four-year program that professionally trains apprentice lineworkers from across Indiana. Kolb was required to complete 612 hours of classroom-related study, 8,000 hours of on-the-job training at the co-op, and… Continue reading.