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.
When outdoor temperatures soar, our electricity use increases. Thats because our air conditioners are running longer and more often to counteract sweltering outdoor temperatures. Factor in that we all tend to use electricity at the same times in the morning and early evenings and that creates a lot of strain on our electric grid. At… Continue reading.
How to compute your monthly electric bill: Use this information to figure your bill for electric use in June. Rate Schedule for Standard ServiceStandard Service Consumer Charge…… $36Standard Service Energy Charge…. $0.1124Wholesale Power Cost Tracker .. $0.0194187Total bill x Indiana sales tax………………… 7% Example for 1200 kWhStandard Service Consumer Charge ………….$361,200 kWh @ $0.1124 ………………..$134.88Wholesale… Continue reading.
The Orange County REMC and Fiber offices will be closed on July 4 in honor of Independence Day.
Orange County REMC awards up to six $750 scholarships each year to recognize the academic and community achievements of outstanding local students. These scholarships are funded through the Operation Round Up program. Students who apply must be graduating the current year and accepted to attend an accredited college or trade school in Indiana. Congratulations to… Continue reading.
Orange County REMC members can save on admission tickets and season passes at Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari. Visit this URL to get details from our website: myremc.coop/holiday-world-fun-club
What tools are better for the environment, requires no fuel or additives and very little maintenance? You guessed it, electric outdoor tools. Electric outdoor tools have been proven to reduce carbon footprint and keep the air we breathe free from emissions. Electric outdoor equipment also has fewer moving parts than gas-powered equipment which helps it… Continue reading.
The Marshall County REMC office will be closed on Friday, July 4, in honor of Independence Day.
In April, Marshall County REMC discovered an Osprey attempting to build a nest on a three-phase feeder line near Lake Maxinkuckee in Culver. While seeing wildlife up close is always fascinating, nests on power lines pose serious safety risks. If nesting materials were to bridge two electrical phases, the bird could be harmed and the… Continue reading.
Marshall County REMC members — this one’s for you! We’re showing our appreciation with fair food, free gifts, and some exciting chances to win money towards your REMC bill at the Marshall County 4-H Fair — with a special spotlight on Member Appreciation Day, Wednesday, July 16! Member Appreciation Day – Wednesday, July 16 Join us… Continue reading.
Operation Round Up awards local non-profits with grants to support the work they do in the community. The Marshall County REMC Operation Round Up board awarded $4,250 to the following organizations: Heartland Artists, Inc. received funding to assist with the cost to cover expenses for musical performers to ensure that the festival will remain free… Continue reading.
Marshall County REMC is currently seeking applications for the Operation Round Up Board. In the next few months, Marshall County REMC will appoint two new members. The board meets quarterly to review all grant applications and determine how the Operation Round funds will be distributed back into the community. This is a great opportunity to… Continue reading.
