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.
Several Boone Power (formerly Boone REMC) linemen will compete at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo Aug. 21 and 22 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville. The two-day, family-friendly event showcases the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. The rodeo includes competitive events for apprentices, journeyman lineworkers, and teams of three. Lineworkers… Continue reading.
Starting this month, you may notice something different about us — not how we serve you, but how we represent ourselves. We have rebranded and are now officially Boone Power! While our name is new, our purpose remains the same: delivering safe, reliable electricity to the homes, farms, and businesses in the greater Boone County… Continue reading.
When you signed up for electric service with Boone Power (formerly known as Boone REMC), you became a member of a cooperative, not just a customer of an electric utility. Here’s a look at a few of the benefits of your membership. Democratic member controlBoone Power is governed by a nine-member board of directors. Each… Continue reading.
Explaining where power comes from may seem simple, but it’s not. The act of turning on your lights is at the end of a long and complex journey. The intricacies of getting power to that switch involve thorough and ongoing planning. There is not a day that goes by that my team at Wabash Valley… Continue reading.
As one of the seven cooperative principles, Concern for Community, can take many forms. Sometimes, it’s in the big things everyone sees, but other times, it’s just helping one person. Journeyman Lineman Andrew Korte of Harrison REMC, a Hoosier Energy member cooperative, found himself in the right place at the right time earlier this year… Continue reading.
Few things sum up summer better than live music, fresh-squeezed lemonade, and festival fare. All that and more await your arrival at the 59th Annual Marshall County Blueberry Festival this Labor Day weekend. Supporting the community The blueberry harvest may have passed by late August, but the fun in Plymouth, Indiana, is just beginning. Coined the… Continue reading.
Utility poles seen along roadsides are commonly called “telephone poles.” However, most poles you see today are owned by the electric utility. In rural areas, pole attachments are critical to expanding broadband internet, telecommunications, and cable services. In communities served by REMCs, third-party providers often seek to attach cables, lines, or other equipment as a… Continue reading.
Shopping for dorm decor, searching for extra-long sheets, and stocking up on microwavable food and lots of snacks are musts for students going to college for the first time. Another must, which is often overlooked, is being mindful of electrical safety concerns associated with communal living. College is the first time most young adults will… Continue reading.
Make a smarter sandwich While some kids prefer the same thing every day, others may be fine with a slight switch to their sandwich. Love those leftovers Think about using the leftovers from a family favorite dinner for lunch the next day. Use a thermos to keep food hot or cold until the lunch bell… Continue reading.
No matter what grade your child is about to enter, there’s always a back-to-school checklist of to-dos. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends visiting your family’s pediatrician for an annual wellness exam and sports physical, if necessary. Within a pediatric or family medical practice, care is provided continuously over a long period of time so… Continue reading.
The summer heat is finally starting to cool off, and fall is just around the corner. It’s time to say goodbye to summer and welcome all the new season’s fun activities. I don’t know about you, but I’m ready for sweater weather, football, and bowls of chili. To celebrate the end of summer, we asked… Continue reading.
Trees can be beautiful additions to a yard, but knowing how to plant one safely can be tricky. While you may think of the potential dangers to yourself when planting a tree, there are also ways you can harm nearby power lines and other trees. Trees growing too close to electrical lines can cause momentary… Continue reading.
