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.
Electric cooperatives have always been guided by the people they serve — you, our members. That’s why we’re joining cooperatives across the country in asking for your input. We want to know how we’re doing and how we can better meet your needs. Your feedback will help shape the way electric cooperatives operate and serve… Continue reading.
Step 1: Generation Electricity is generated from various sources. Step 2: Step-up transformer Voltage is increased to push the electricity over long distances. Step 3: Transmission power lines Lines carry electricity over long distances. Step 4: Transmission substation Voltage is lowered so electricity can travel across the local system. Step 5: Distribution substation Voltage is… Continue reading.
Electric infrastructure (sometimes referred to as “the grid”) is the network that delivers electricity from power plants to homes and businesses. It consists of three primary components: generation, transmission, and distribution systems. Transmission Transmission lines carry high-voltage electricity over long distances. They are supported by large towers and can span many miles and across states. … Continue reading.
Bo-Mac’s Drive-In continues the tradition of great food and memorable moments in Shoals In 1960, an attorney and a doctor decided to dip their toes into the popular drive-in business. Bob and Mac created their drive-in restaurant near the intersection of Routes 50 and 150 in Shoals, Indiana, and named it after themselves. Bo-Mac’s became… Continue reading.
A dictionary definition of efficiency is performing a task using the least resources and producing the least waste. Solar energy can certainly demonstrate efficiency by both measures. Consumers who use solar can realize long-term savings thanks to smaller utility bills and potential revenue from energy credits. Solar energy efficiency has come a long way since… Continue reading.
Camping is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and connect with nature. However, if you’re planning acamping trip and want some of the comforts of home, such as electricity, you may consider bringing agenerator. Here are some tips for camping with a generator for a safe and comfortable trip. Choose the right generator The… Continue reading.
Whether roughing it in a tent or planning a family outing to a national forest, there are many ways to ensure a fun and safe camping experience. Consider the following safety tips. Check the weather report Before you leave, check the weather. When you arrive at the site, watch the skies for changes and carry… Continue reading.
This month, Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) — the statewide organizationthat publishes Indiana Connection — is celebrating its 90th anniversary. On March 9, 1935, Governor Paul V. McNutt signed the Indiana REMC Act intolaw. The bill, authored by I. Harvey Hull and Frederick Barrows, was the first ofits kind in the country, allowing for the formation… Continue reading.
Shedding light on reliability This past Memorial Day weekend, more than 100,000 people across Louisiana had an “unexpected outage.” To the regional electrical grid operator, it was a “load shed” event. Some folks called it a “black out.” Whatever label is used, people lost their power. As Wabash Valley Power Alliance’s CEO, this is what… Continue reading.
The Holland Energy Plant, located in central Illinois and co-owned by Hoosier Energy and Wabash Valley Power Alliance, has undergone the largest outage in its two-decade-old history this spring and summer. Three major projects have been the focus at the natural gas facility: steam turbine inspection, gas turbine hot gas path inspection, and replacement of… Continue reading.
By Julie Young Civic theaters are companies of performing and non-performing players dedicated to providing accessible live theatrical events to the local community. Their productions take place in a variety of venues, and their seasonal offerings may include plays, musicals, youth productions, classic works, and emerging voices. Whether in a big city or a small… Continue reading.
Your dog may own the spotlight now, but the arrival of a new baby requires adjustments, reassurance, and strategies to ensure a happy, safe interaction. Consider these tips whether you are preparing for a new child in your home or a new grandchild who will visit often. Assess the norm Determine a baseline for your… Continue reading.
