In an effort to keep you informed of your cooperative’s operations and activities, the following are highlights of the Nov. 18 board meeting. 1. All directors were present via Webex. CEO Steve Seibert and Administrative Assistant Lisa Hinton were present in person.   2. The Oct. 28 board meeting minutes were reviewed and approved. 3…. Continue reading.

When we say that we live in a “connected” world, most of us think about technology, like our smartphones and other devices and gadgets. But when you’re a member of an electric co-op, there’s so much more to being part of our connected co-op community. As a member of Orange County REMC you can help… Continue reading.

Operation Round up is a program that allows REMC members to automatically round-up their monthly bill to the next dollar. The extra few cents from each rounded up account is put into a fund that is overseen by a group of trustees who are also REMC members. Local groups, programs and organizations can apply for… Continue reading.

Orange County REMC recognizes Mark Martin and thanks him for his service to the co-op and community. Martin completed his term as District 7 Operation Round Up trustee at the last meeting, after serving since December 2014.  David Manship will be the new District 7 trustee, starting this month. Thank you for your service, Mark!

Daniel Houchin Daniel Houchin is the new director representing District 1 of the Orange County REMC territory. Houchin filled the seat left vacant by the passing of longtime director Eugene Roberts. Daniel is a 2007 graduate of West Washington High School. He and his wife, Katie, have been married for five years and have a… Continue reading.

After careful deliberation, the Touchstone Energy Camp Committee and Youth Tour Committee decided that for the safety and well-being of our students, chaperones, and staff, these youth programs for 2021 have been canceled. We hope to bring these important programs back for our students in 2022.

AIR-TO-AIR HEAT PUMPS New construction or replacing gas or heat pump: $750 — Dual/Variable Speed Compressor Replacing electric resistance heat $1,500 — Dual/Variable Speed Compressor  $800 — Single Speed Compressor  GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP New construction or replacing electric resistance heat, gas, heat pump or geothermal $1,500 — Desuperheater or “hot water assist” recommended on new… Continue reading.

When I turned 16, I landed my first paying job working for a small family-owned bookstore. The starting wage was $1.35/hour, and I was thrilled to have money in my pocket at the end of every week. No more “allowance” or asking my parents for money for the things I “needed.” Of course, “needs” in… Continue reading.

David Lewallen has advanced to president and CEO at Marshall County REMC. Lewallen brings 16 years of experience to the job. Lewallen has been employed at Marshall County REMC since July 2004.  His primary responsibility early in his career included supervising the sales and installation of Marshall County REMC’s Exede Satellite Internet Service, as well… Continue reading.

Mark Batman, president and CEO for Marshall County REMC, retired after 17 years of service. Batman began his career at Marshall County REMC in 2003 as the office manager.  In 2011, he was promoted to president and CEO where he guided the cooperative through many advancements in leading edge technology including the implementation of the… Continue reading.

Marshall County Fiber is now available in the area highlighted in green on the map shown below.  Members who are interested in receiving fiber to their homes not included in the highlighted area shown are encouraged to submit their information at www.marshallfiber.com at the bottom of the home page. This will help Marshall County Fiber… Continue reading.