Wake up, go to school, practice football. It was a typical autumn day in 2021 for Ryan Taylor as a junior at Western Boone High School. But a big surprise awaited Ryan at home. A 35-foot surprise, to be exact — an electric utility pole stretching into the sky over Ryan’s backyard. “I was shocked… Continue reading.
WHOLE HOME GENERATORS For the safety of our linemen, please let us know if you have a whole-home generator. SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Do you want your small business highlighted in Indiana Connection? Call our office or email jasperremc@ jasperremc.com for more information.Jake Steinke and Brett Wilhite work together during a team event. REBATES AVAILABLE Are… Continue reading.
Harvest season is one of the busiest times of the year, with long hours in the field and large equipment in use. As the pace picks up, it’s important to stay alert, especially when working near overhead power lines. Farm equipment like combines, augers, and grain carts can easily reach the height of power lines…. Continue reading.
The Jackson County REMC Board of Directors has declared that the capital credits that were allocated to members for the year 1994 are eligible for refund, with payments scheduled to begin at the end of November. Members and heirs of members who had service during this year are eligible to file claims. NOTICES WERE MAILED… Continue reading.
Shooting birds near power or fiber lines may seem harmless, but it creates serious risks: Infrastructure damage: Bullets and pellets can sever wires, cause short circuits, and lead to costly repairs. Service interruptions: Damaged lines mean power outages and internet disruptions for homes and businesses. Cost to members: Repairs can run into thousands of dollars,… Continue reading.
Whether your car needs repairs and maintenance, or it’s time for a whole new vehicle, check out these auto businesses that are a part of the Co-op Connections Program. Save on your upcoming vehicle needs. East Side Auto East Side Auto is a full-service auto shop located in Warsaw. It offers quality repairs at affordable… Continue reading.
In the September edition of Indiana Connection Magazine, we published our Annual Operation Round Up Report. This report contained some errors, which have since been corrected. To view the updated report, visit our website at kremc.com/operation-round-up.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. If you want an opportunity to support this cause, KREMC is hosting a fundraiser for Francine’s Friends. This non-profit organization provides mobile mammography in partnership with Parkview Health and Breast Diagnostic Center. Stop by our office lobby to contribute to this organization and follow us on social media to… Continue reading.
Kosciusko Connect recently welcomed Mark Lime to the team as a customer success partner. We sat down with him to learn more about his previous experience and what led him to Kosciusko Connect. WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO WORK FOR KOSCIUSKO CONNECT? This opportunity was a chance for a new side of the IT profession and… Continue reading.
October is National Co-op Month, a time when cooperatives across the nation pause to reflect on what makes us unique and to celebrate the principles that guide us. For Henry County REMC, this month is about recognizing the cooperative model and celebrating the people who bring it to life every single day. Several of our… Continue reading.
With the arrival of harvest time, Indiana’s farmers are shifting into high gear as they move into their fields to bring in their crops. The increased activity puts farmers and farm workers at greater risk, warns John Gasstrom, CEO of Indiana Electric Cooperatives. “Combines and grain augers are large pieces of equipment,” says Gasstrom. “People… Continue reading.
Cinderella said it best when she sang, A dream is a wish your heart makes. Sometimes you don’t even know you have a dream until it’s unfolding right in front of you. This one starts with three chicks and a few dozen eggs. Ali Buckland and her husband, Brandon, had four chickens on their farm… Continue reading.
