Applications for Camp Kilowatt are still being accepted! Interested sixth graders whose households receive electricity from Boone Power should submit their applications by May 1. Camp Kilowatt combines traditional summer camp activities like swimming, archery, canoeing, and horseback riding with energy education and electrical safety. The camp takes place July 26-29 at Happy Hollow Children’s… Continue reading.
Every week, it seems there’s another headline warning about rising electricity prices. One recent report really stood out to me. In July, the Citizens Action Coalition shared that over the past year, rates from Indiana’s investor owned utilities (IOUs) rose by an average of 17.5%. As the CEO of a utility, I take that personally…. Continue reading.
School may have been out this summer, but that didn’t stop kids from learning about the cooperative world. Whether at day camp, overnight camp, or educational travel, many students from Hoosier Energy’s member cooperatives learned and had fun. Summer Cooperative Camp Henry County REMC hosted their Summer Cooperative Camp in late June, now in its… Continue reading.
Rural electric membership cooperatives in Indiana face the dual challenge of maintaining electric distribution systems while also supporting the expansion of broadband access. As broadband service providers increasingly rely on electric poles to deploy fiber optic cables in rural communities, the relationship between cooperatives (as pole owners) and broadband providers (as attaching entities) has become… Continue reading.
If you plan to improve your home’s energy efficiency or upgrade home appliances in 2025, the Indiana Energy Saver Program may be able to help. The Indiana Office of Energy Development (IOED) launched the program on May 14, with the backing of $182 million in federal funding for Indiana residents. The Indiana Energy Saver Program… Continue reading.
Whether you use drones for personal or professional purposes, it’s crucial to keep electrical safety in mind to avoid putting yourself and others at risk. Power lines are placed overhead primarily to keep them out of reach, as they can carry high voltage that may seriously injure or kill people if they are touched. When… Continue reading.
The first cool, crisp morning in early fall promises that the summer swelter is ending, and now, it’s time to celebrate a bountiful harvest. Start this fall with a step back in time to what life was like on the farm at the Dubois County Museum’s Fall Harvest Day on Oct. 12, from 1 to… Continue reading.
As autumn ushers in, the kitchen solidifies itself as the center of the home. If yours needs a little love, here are some ideas to bring it into the 21st century while preserving vintage charm. Tidy up, level up The number one kitchen complaint is a lack of storage space. If a full remodel isn’t realistic,… Continue reading.
Vibrant green acres topped with tidy white barns beckon you to experience a taste of a simpler life with something for the whole family. Formerly a working farm, the 92-acre Gasthof Amish Village offers visitors a chance to experience the Amish way of life and observe the heritage, craftsmanship, and traditions of many who settled… Continue reading.
Morgan County has been associated with more than one kind of capital. In the 1820s, Old Town Waverly Park was once proposed as the site for Indiana’s state capital. Today, its county seat, Martinsville, is known as the “Goldfish Capital of the World” because of Ozark Fisheries, which raises goldfish in 300 one-acre ponds and… Continue reading.
By Julie Young Independent bookstores are literary sanctuaries created for readers by readers. They are cozy spaces with distinctive character that offer a curated collection of books, games, and gifts. The shops also host author signings, lectures, creative workshops, and more. Despite their status as a “small business,” independent bookstores significantly impact the local community. … Continue reading.
When summer heats up, our electric bills tend to increase as air conditioners are working overtime, driving up home energy consumption. LaGrange County REMC is your local not-for-profit electricity provider, and we are committed to helping you beat the heat without breaking the bank. As the temperatures get hotter over the next few months, we… Continue reading.
Smart technologies make our homes more comfortable, convenient and energy efficient. By connecting your home Wi-Fi network, smart devices automate everyday tasks like lighting, heating, cooling and home security — they can even communicate with other smart devices in the home. While not all smart home products are specifically designed with energy savings in mind,… Continue reading.
