Author Archives: Christy Phend

Northeastern REMC intern and Whitko senior wins full scholarship and leads agrivoltaics effort

Columbia City, IN – Northeastern REMC is proud to celebrate the exceptional achievements of Amy Brown, a Whitko High School senior and intern at Northeastern REMC, for her pivotal role in the co-op’s new agrivoltaics program and her continued dedication to community and academic excellence.   On Friday, the Kosciusko Community Foundation announced Brown as one […]

Northeastern launches new solar project on industrial-zoned land: power to stay local

​ COLUMBIA CITY, Ind. — Northeastern REMC is proud to announce that construction is officially underway for the Quarry Solar Project, located on 40 acres of industrial-zoned land at 100 South and US 30 in Whitley County. Slated for completion by late spring 2025, the project is designed to generate 6,521 kW of DC power, […]

Co-Op Community Day: NREMC joins statewide effort to tackle 40 service projects

Columbia City, IN – Northeastern REMC (NREMC), a member-owned electric cooperative serving six counties in Northeast Indiana, took part in the annual Co-Op Community Day on Friday, October 11. This initiative, which saw nearly 40 unique projects across Indiana, exemplifies how electric cooperatives leverage their resources and skills to address specific community needs and create […]

Northeastern REMC crew heads to Georgia to assist with Hurricane Helene aftermath

COLUMBIA CITY, IN – Northeastern REMC is deploying four linemen to assist Cobb EMC in Georgia as Hurricane Helene intensifies and moves toward landfall. The storm, which could strengthen significantly as it approaches the southeastern U.S., is expected to cause widespread power outages and damage.  Following a call for mutual aid assistance from Cobb EMC, […]

NREMC members donate over $5,000 to local non-profits

Co-op members’ generosity makes a real difference in the community through Operation Round Up.  COLUMBIA CITY, IN – Northeastern REMC’s Operation Round Up program continues to make a significant impact in the community, donating a total of $5,250 to four local nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the lives of residents in Northeastern Indiana.  Each month, […]

2024 Board of Directors election results

With more than 4,000 votes cast, Northeastern REMC members have selected three candidates to fill three seats on the board of directors. The NREMC service area is divided into nine districts, and every September, the co-op comes together to elect representatives who will participate in setting policies and making decisions. Each director serves a three-year […]

Northeastern REMC employees place 2nd and 3rd at statewide competition

​Columbia City, IN – Northeastern REMC sent six employees to compete at Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held Aug. 22-23 in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative line workers. A total of 37 teams and 138 individuals from 28 Indiana electric cooperatives were among the competitors.NREMC lineman Adam […]

Northeastern REMC Lineman to compete at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo

Northeastern REMC linemen will compete at the third annual Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo Aug. 22-23 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville. This two-day event brings the best linemen from around the state to complete events based on traditional electric lineworker skills. The rodeo includes competitive events for apprentices, journeyman lineworkers, and teams of […]

Northeastern REMC sends local youth to Washington D.C.

Northeastern REMC recently sponsored two local students for the Indiana Youth Tour in Washington, D.C., from June 16-23. This tour offers young Hoosiers a chance to explore the nation’s capital, learn about government, experience American history, and gain insights into their electric cooperatives and governance. A group of 75 Indiana students representing electric cooperatives statewide […]