By Chris Adam Winter in Indiana often brings heavy snow, freezing rain, ice storms and strong winds. These conditions not only create travel hazards but can also cause electrical dangers, warns Indiana’s electric cooperatives. “Safety around electricity should be top of mind year-round,” said John Cassady, CEO of Indiana Electric Cooperatives. “In the winter, snow… Continue reading.
The word “cooperative” is similar to “cooperation,” meaning people working together and mutually benefiting one another and the larger community. That’s the essence of the cooperative spirit, and co-ops exist for one reason: to serve their members. Not only have cooperatives been formed to sell electricity, produce and flowers, but there are also co-ops that… Continue reading.
There are many benefits to having an energy-efficient outdoor shop or barn. Aside from saving energy, an efficient outdoor building can keep the environment around your structure healthy and safe; save money on your water bill; keep your animals happier and healthier; and save you from costly structural repairs. Whether you are looking to build… Continue reading.
In today’s world, most of us don’t leave the front door unlocked. We protect our homes, loved ones and valuables from intruders with locks, alarms and other security measures. Cybersecurity is no different. It’s the practice of protecting other valuables, such as your identity, banking records and other sensitive information, from digital attacks and theft…. Continue reading.
This quarter, we awarded 11 local organizations with Operation Round Up grants, including Camp-We-Can, Kewanna Community Food Pantry and Pulaski County Human Services. We are currently accepting applications for next quarter’s disbursement meeting. Applications can be found on our website, fcremc.coop, under the “Community” tab.
Welcome to autumn in Indiana, where one day it can be 60 degrees Fahrenheit and sunny, and the next day it’s 30 degrees with rain or snow. Fall is my favorite time of the year, and in the small poll I conducted, it seems as if it is everyone’s favorite season. Now, in full disclosure,… Continue reading.
Our free Smarthub app makes it simple and convenient to do the following: Just download the FREE mobile or tablet app at smarthubapp.com. Don’t have a tablet or smart phone? No problem. You can use the SmartHub interface from your computer. Just go to fcremc.coop and click on “SmartHub.”
October is National Co-op Month, and Dubois REC is joining cooperatives across the U.S. to celebrate. Co-ops come in all shapes and sizes, but they each have a common goal: to provide goods or services for the members (who are also part owners) of the co-op. Electric co-ops, including Dubois REC, exist to serve their… Continue reading.
We appreciate all of the members who participated in our annual paper shred and electronics recycling day. With your help, we collected 3,000 pounds of paper to shred and recycle, and six pallets of electronics for recycling. Thanks to all our members who helped us divert this impressive amount of material from the landfills. While… Continue reading.
Since October is National Co-op month, and “Concern for Community” is one of the guiding co-op principles, this is a great time to recognize some of our employees who go the extra mile, while also working their 9-to-5 jobs at Dubois REC. Several members of the Dubois REC team give their time to nonprofit and… Continue reading.
October is National Co-op Month, and Daviess-Martin County REMC is joining cooperatives across the U.S. to celebrate. Co-ops come in all shapes and sizes, but they each have a common goal: to provide goods or services for the members of the co-op. Electric co-ops, including Daviess-Martin County REMC, exist to serve their members. Our priority… Continue reading.
