Watt High Lights Jackson County Rural Electric Membership Corporation Brownstown, Indiana Your Touchstone Energy® Cooperative

May 2016 Volume 70 - Number 11

50th annual Grassy Fork VFD tractor - truck pull & fish fry ready to go!See pages 4 & 5 to learn more

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Watt High Lights - (USPS 669-580) is published monthly for $3.00 per year (electric rates include subscription) by Jackson County Rural Electric Membership Corporation, a consumer owned utility, 274 E. Base Road, Brownstown, Indiana 47220. Periodicals postage paid at Brownstown, Indiana. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Watt High Lights, P.O. Box K, Brownstown, Indiana 47220.

Watt High LightsJackson County Rural Electric

Membership Corporation274 E. Base Road (Venus Road)

P.O. Box KBrownstown, IN 47220-0311Local calls - 812-358-4458

Toll free - 800-288-4458FAX only - 812-358-5719

E-mail - info@jacksonremc.comWeb site - www.jacksonremc.com

Pay bills online - visit our website (above)Pay bills by phone - 1-888-999-8816

Office Hours7:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Monday through FridayTo report outages or emergencies

812-358-4458 (local) or toll free 1-800-288-4458 day or night

Board of DirectorsPresident John Trinkle - district 3

Vice-President Earl Pottschmidt - district 8Secretary-Treasurer Jerry Kelley - district 5

John Hackman - district 1Walter Hunter - district 2

Paul Elliott - district 4Mark Trisler - district 6

Curtis Wischmeier - district 7John Miller - district 9

OUR COVER

Tony Peters (front) and Tom Bolton fry fish at last year’s Grassy Fork Township Volunteer Fire Departments tractor and truck pull and fish fry. The department will run the 50th annual tractor pull at it’s headquarters in the Jackson County village of Tampico in June. See pages 4 and 5 for more information.

Join us at the2016 Annual Meeting

Mark McKinney, General Manager

It is hard to believe that it is time again, but the Jackson County REMC An-nual Meeting will here before you know it. We currently are gearing up for the 2016 annual meeting, which will be held at the Jackson County Fairgrounds on July 21st, and we are hoping you will attend. The annual meeting is a special time for our co-op members to gather, visit with friends, meet some of the employees, and perhaps most importantly, cast your vote for the directors in districts 1, 4, and 7. Each year directors from three of the nine districts are elected to the board to serve a three-year term.

Our employees work very hard to host this yearly event and we encourage you to attend. We know the annual meeting gift, the live entertainment, and of course the ice cream are some of the best parts of the meeting, but there is so much more to this event.

The annual meeting is an opportunity to discuss and learn more about the issues affecting the electric industry, the cooperative, and the communities we serve. In the registration building, we will have a variety of informational booths and displays designed to help you learn about the benefits of your membership and some of the programs we have to offer. Be sure to take time to stop by each one to ask questions and hear what is available.

One key component of an electric cooperative is that outside investors, who are mainly interested in stock dividend yields, do not own it and an ap-pointed board of directors does not run it. You, as members, are the owners of Jackson County REMC, and a democratically elected board of directors is given the privilege to serve and oversee it. Information about the director candidates in the upcoming election for districts 1, 4, and 7 will be in the next issue of the Watt High Lights.

It is my hope that at this year’s annual meeting you will not only have a good time, eat plenty of ice cream, and maybe win a door prize, you also will learn more about the cooperative and feel good knowing that you had a voice in a very important decision that impacts one of our most vital resourc-es, electricity.

From all of your friends at Jackson County REMC, we hope to see you in July at the annual meeting.

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Nominating committees were appointed by the board of direc-tors at its April meeting. The committees will prepare a slate of two candidates for the election of directors to represent their respec-tive districts.

The districts involved in this year’s election and the names of the committee members are listed below:

= District One: Includes the REMC’s service area in Carr,

Driftwood and Grassy Fork Town-ships and Brownstown Township east of White River in Jackson County and Monroe and Gibson Townships in Washington County. Committee members are Brett Pe-ters (chairperson), Kevin Benter and Mark Tape.

= District Four: Includes the REMC’s service area in Washing-ton Township east of State Road 135 and Franklin, Pierce and Polk Townships in Washington County and Monroe and Wood Town-

Requirements for serving as a directorof the REMC are announced

Selecting nominating committees is the first step in preparing for election of directors at the 2016 Annual Meeting

ships in Clark County. Commit-tee members are Merwyn Fisher (chairperson), James Soliday and Frank McCarty.

= District Seven: Includes the REMC’s service area in Vernon, Jackson, Redding and Washing-ton Townships in Jackson County. Committee members are Josh S. Vaughn (chairperson), Bart Stuck-wisch and Shawn Acton.

Nominations by petition

Any twenty-five (25) or more members from within a district may make other nominations for director from that district in writ-ing by member petition not less than forty (40) days nor more than one hundred (100) days prior to the meeting of members at which directors are to be elected. After verification of member petition and Bylaw requirements, the Rural Electric shall post such nomina-tions at the same places where the lists of nominations made by committee are posted.

No nominations from the floor at the meeting

Nominations for directors from the floor during the meeting of members at which directors are to be elected shall not be allowed per the Bylaws.

Election questions may be re-ferred to REMC General Manager Mark McKinney.

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Jackson County village of Tampico set to roar to life with the Grassy Fork Volunteer Fire Department’s

50th annual tractor and truck pull and fish fryThis year’s event is scheduled for June 16, 17 and 18

Some folks come for the tractors and trucks. Others come for the fish sandwiches and desserts. But, every-one who attends the annual Grassy Fork Township Volunteer Fire Depart-ment’s annual tractor pull and fish fry agree that you can’t find a better June weekend full of fun and fellowship!

The Jackson County village of Tam-pico, which has a population of about 100 people, welcomes thousands of fans to an event that will celebrated its 50th anniversary next month.

According to Marvin Wischmeier, former Grassy Fork Township VFD chief and one of the founders of the tractor pull, the event was started as the sole source of funds for the grow-ing fire department.

“We didn’t have any money to buy equipment,” he explained, “and we didn’t want to ask the township trustee for tax money, so we borrowed money to get the department up and running. To pay back the loan, we started a pull with garden tractors and farm tractors straight from the fields. We sold hot dogs that first year, but changed to fish as the event grew.” He went on to explain that there was no prize money given to the winners in the early years, and ribbons were presented instead of trophies.

50 years of growth

“The pulling field out behind the old Tampico School didn’t have lights in the early years, so we had to finish up

by dark,” Wischmeier explained. “Af-ter the school closed, the Brownstown school board gave the site to the fire department. We eventually tore the building down, built the present fire station, and continually improved the pulling track.” The track is now lined with guard rails to protect the fans, and modern lighting allows the pull to continue well into the night.

Nearly all of the department’s early volunteers were Grassy Fork Town-ship farmers. As the pull’s popularity grew, these same farmers used their skills to build the weight transfer sleds that gradually increase the resistance the pulling tractors faced as they advanced down the track. Wisch-meier pointed out that the Grassy Fork firefighters built the first large sled in Southern Indiana, and they traveled to other area pulls to operate the sled for additional revenue.

In the early days of the pull, dis-

tances were determined with tape measures and a flagman signaled the start and top of each pull.

Technology has now taken over, and pull distances are measured by laser and are immediately shown on a digital sign board. The board also provides start and stop signals that are easily seen by the pullers and the fans.

The event pull has steadily grown from its early roots in garden tractors and farm tractors. Fans can now en-joy several classes of antique tractors and a kid’s pedal tractor pull on Thurs-day night, suped-up farm and pro-stock tractors from the Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League on Friday and more Lucas Oil classes featuring the area’s top 4-wheel-drive and 2-wheel-drive truck pullers in addition to pro-stock and farm class tractors on Saturday.

The Grassy Fork Volunteer Fire Department designs a new t-shirt to sell at its tractor and truck pull each year. This was the design for last year’s 49th annual pull. New 50th anniversary shirts will be on sale at this year’s event on June 16, 17 & 18 in the Jackson County village of Tampico.

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You havethe power!

“Why is my electric bill higher than my neigh-bor’s?” We’re often asked this question, and you just answered it --- it’s YOUR electric bill, and you prob-ably do things differently than your neighbor.

YOU have complete con-trol over how you use your electricity.

l You choose what appliances and equipment you use and when you use them.

l You choose the settings for your heating and cooling thermostat.

l You decide whether to take a quick shower or a long soaking bath.

l You decide whether to use cold water or warm water to wash your clothes.

l You decide when to turn lights on, then when to turn them off. The same goes for your TV, computer and other electronics.

Stop and think about your family’s usage habits, and you’ll see why your bill and your neighbor’s bill aren’t the same. You and your family are unique, and only you can make lifestyle changes to lower your bills.

Fish isn’t the only thing on the menu at the annual Grassy Fork Volunteer Fire Department’s annual tractor and truck pull and fish fry. Members of the depart-ment’s auxiliary provide homemade pies and other desserts to help raise money during the department’s main fund-raising event each year.

Don’t forget the fish!

In addition to running the pulling events and helping with parking and security, the department members also fry fish for sandwiches each year. The line for sandwiches often extends outside and part-way around the fire station. Long-time volunteer Richard Hackman says the group fries and sells an average of a ton of fish each year.

“It’s the good entertainment on the track that brings folks in for the fish,” Hackman said.

Hackman explained that the 2015 pull was delayed until later in the sum-mer due to three days of rain, but the firefighters still fried and sold fish the entire orginally scheduled weekend.

Homemade pies, cakes and other

desserts are also a big hit with the Tampico fans. Soft drinks can also be purchased.

If you go . . .

Tampico is located on State Road 39 between Brownstown and Little York. To reach the fire department and the pulling track, you will need to turn south onto County Road 450 East. Signs are posted to show where to turn.

Admission and parking are free at the event. There are no bleach-ers provided at the site, so you will need to provide your own seating with lawn or bag chairs. Coolers are also permitted in the fan areas.

For more information, or to view pictures of recent years’ events, visit www.facebook.com/tampicotractorpull.

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All Jackson County REMC members who purchased elec-tricity from the REMC in 2015 have been assigned propor-tionate shares of patronage capital in the form of capital credits.

If you move

We ask that you keep us informed of your correct mailing address should you move from our service area so we will be able to locate you in the event our board of directors decide it is feasible to refund capital credits at a future date.

Allocations ofdeceased members

Capital credit allocations of a deceased member can be assigned to one legal heir upon proper notification.

If you have questions

Please be sure to contact us by phone (800-288-4458 toll free or 812-358-4458 local calls), fax (812-358-5719) or e-mail (info@jacksonremc.com) if you have any questions about the capital credits process.

A total of $3,604,772.58 has been assigned to the capi-tal credit records of Jackson County REMC members for energy billed in 2015.

Capital credit allotments for individual accounts can be cal-culated by totaling the electric bills for the year and subtract-ing sales tax, late charges and miscellaneous fees.

This total should then be mul-tiplied by .0659268479. This means that for each $100.00 of electricity you purchased, $6.59 has been assigned to your capital credit records.

If you have trouble making the calculations you can call the REMC office and we’ll tell you the amount assigned.

What are capital credits?

At the end of each year the Rural Electric calculates the dif-ference between the REMC’s revenue and the actual ex-pense of operation for the year.

This difference is called patronage capital. Patronage capital is used throughout the year to pay for the installation of poles, wire, transformers and other equipment, and to repay loans.

Capital credits allocated for power purchased in 2015

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Kid Power!

May is NationalElectrical Safety Month!

Kids can lead the way when it comes to safety at home

Celebrate May as National Electri-cal Safety Month by making sure all of your family members know -- and practice -- these top ten safety tips. Remember -- safety is no accident!

1. DON’T plug a bunch of stuff into one outlet or exten-sion cord. It could damage the electrical system in your house or even cause a fire.

2. Make sure all electric cords are tucked away, neat and tidy. Pets might chew on electrical cords, and people might trip and fall.

3. DON’T ever climb the

fence around an electrical substation. If a ball or pet gets in-side the fence, ask a grown-up to call the electric company - they’ll come and get it out for you.

4. DON’T yank an electrical cord from the wall. Pulling on a cord can damage the appliance, the plug or the outlet.

5. Fly your kite far away

from power lines or substa-tions. The kite and the string may conduct electricity - sending it right through you to the ground.

6. Ask a grown-up for help

when you need to use something that uses electricity.

7. DO look up and look out

for power lines before you climb a tree. The electricity can go right through the tree branch - and right through you!

8. Have a grown-up put safety caps on all unused electrical outlets. Covering

Is it hot - or is it not?Always consider a fallen wire HOT!If you come upon a fallen wire or a wire that is hang-ing from a pole, consider it HOT! Call the electric utility that owns the pole and report the problem, then keep everyone away.

The fallen wire may be a telephone wire, a cable TV wire or a loose guy wire that is touching a live electric wire, so don’t make a guess about it. The REMC - and all other electric companies - would rather respond to dozens of false alarms than to even one serious injury or fatality.

Remember - don’t guess. Always “Think Hot” when confronted with a fallen or dangling wire.

outlets will also help save energy by stopping cold drafts.

9. Remind your mom or dad

to watch out for power lines when they’re using a ladder, chainsaw or other outdoor equipment.

10. Keep electrical stuff far away from water. Most electrical accidents around the house hap-pen when people use electricity near water.

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Summer is a“berry good”

time!by Betty Baute

Member Services Representative

It won’t be long until strawberries, raspberries and blackberries will be ripening on vines across REMC Country! This makes early summer one of my favorite times of the year for cooking and preserving.

While making jams and jellies are my first berry specialty, I also like to make sweet treats for my family, friends and coworkers when berry time arrives. I hope my “tried and true” recipes will become favorites of yours too.

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Coming in August

Our recipe page will take a break for the combine June-July issue (our an-nual report), but it will return in August with some recipes to help you get supper on the table fast.

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Energy saving tip

Now is a good time to call your HVAC specialist and schedule a main-tenance inspection of your home’s cooling system. Easy maintenance such as routinely replacing or clean-ing air filters can lower your cooling system’s energy consumption by up to 15 percent. Also, be sure to check your air conditioner’s outdoor com-pressor and evaporator coil, which should be cleaned annually and kept free of plants and debris to ensure the system is performing at optimal levels.

Strawberry cheesecake dip1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 package (3.4 ounces) cheesecake flavor instant pudding mix1 cup milk1 tub (8 ounces) frozen non-dairy whipped topping, thawed2 cups chopped fresh strawberries1/2 teaspoon lime zest

With a whisk or electric mixer, combine cream cheese, dry pudding mix and milk in a large bowl until smooth (about 2 minutes). Fold in whipped topping and strawberries. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Sprinkle with lime zest before serving with vanilla wafers, graham crackers or your other favorite cookies. Yield - about 48 servings (2 tablespoons each)

Blackberry cobbler1/4 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup milk1/2 cup sugar 2 cups fresh blackberries1 cup flour 3/4 cup apple juice2 teaspoons baking powder ice cream or whipped topping, optional

Cream butter and sugar together. Combine flour and baking powder; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Stir just until moistened. Pour into a greased 1-1/2 quart baking pan. Sprinkle with blackberries. Pour apple juice over all. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped topping, if desired. Yield – 6 to 8 servings (Note - Raspberries or blueberries can be substituted for blackberries.)

Raspberry glaze pie1 quart fresh raspberries 1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 cup water 1 baked 9” pie shell (or graham cracker3 tablespoons cornstarch pie shell, if desired)1 cup sugar

Simmer 1 cup berries in water for 3 to 4 minutes. Whisk together cornstarch and sugar in a small bowl, then stir into berry mixture. Continue to cook until thick. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Line pie shell with remaining berries and pour glaze over the berries. Chill until set. Serve with whipped cream or thawed frozen whipped topping, if desired. Yield - 6 to 8 servings

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Just call 1-888-939-9788 or visit www.filterchange.coop/?affid=IN092

The REMC has partnered with FilterChange.coop to offer a simple way to order filters online and sign up for a filter change reminder e-mail. Just call FilterChange

or log onto their website and let the savings begin!

Springtime is a great time to start making plans for a summer renova-tion or addition project at your home, farm or business. Why not include the REMC in your planning stages to avoid a problem with a nearby power line or inadequate electrical capacity?

Whether you’re adding a deck, installing a pool, building a room addition or adding a new garage or outbuilding, be sure to call your REMC for site plan and wiring advice before you even break ground. We can arrange for one of our field represen-tatives to meet you on the site and review your plans to help make your experience a good one.

Proper line clearance

It’s important to us that all structures and fixtures be kept clear of power lines --- both overhead and under-ground. Our primary power lines are not insulated, and they carry 7,200 volts of electricity. Contact with them, or even a secondary line carrying 240 volts of electricity, could cause crip-pling injuries or death. A fallen power line on a structure can also cause a damaging power surge or a destruc-tive fire.

It’s also important that you be aware of where your power lines are before you begin a project to avoid accidental

contact with a ladder or other equipment.

Wiring advice

Our field representatives can advise you on wiring upgrades and new wiring

Getting ready to do some home improvements?

Let the REMC be your first call to make sure your project meets power line clearance and electrical code requirements

installations --- from wire sizes and breaker panels to electrical entrances --- to make sure your project has enough capacity for now and in the future. We also have wiring entrance booklets posted on our website (www.jacksonremc.com) that you may reference. Please be sure to call our Engineering Department if you have any questions or would like some onsite advice.

Heating, cooling & lighting advice

We are also available to talk to you about adding a new heating and cool-ing system or about energy efficient lighting. We can conduct an energy audit of your home to help you make decisions on adding insulation, replac-ing or repairing windows and doors and doing other upgrades to make your home more energy efficient. Call our Energy Advisor Brian Reynolds for assistance.

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To have your non-profit group’s event listed in our “Community Calendar,” please contact us by letter, phone or e-mail (bbaute@jacksonremc.com) at least six weeks before your event date. Include a phone number we can call to verify your information.

Jackson CountyMay 20 & 21 – Backyard BBQ Cook-Off at the Jackson County History Center behind the courthouse in Brown-stown. Entry fee is $60.00. Chicken, ribs and pork will be judged. Awards to be presented on Saturday. Food for sale on Saturday. Contact Colton Fleetwood (812-968-9120 or coltonfleetwood@yahoo.com) for contest format, schedule or more information.

June 9, 10 & 11 - The Crothersville community shows its patriotic pride with their annual festival on the local school grounds. Music, food, contests and more from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. on Thursday & Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Satur-day. Visit www.crothersvillerwb.com for more information.

June 11, July 9 & August 13 - “Second Saturday Fish Fry” to benefit the restoration of the Joe Jackson Hotel in Vallonia. Fish dinners and sandwiches sold from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Whistle Stop Cafe in Vallonia. For more information call Sally Waldkoetter (812-358-5801).

June 16, 17 & 18 - 50th AnnualGrassy Fork VFD Truck & Tractor Pulland Fish Fry - antique tractors, kiddie pedal pull, pure farm, super farm & pro stock tractors, street stock diesel trucks.Fish sandwiches and homemade des-serts served each night. Contact TraceyWehmiller (812-528-0664) for more information.

July 8 & 9 - Annual Freetown July Festival at the Pershing Park in Free-town. Special celebration for the Indiana Bicentennial. Car show, tractor drive, entertainment, food, auction, parade,

kids’ activities and much more. Seat-ing is limited, so bring your lawn chairs. Visit www.freetownjulyfestival.com or call Cheryl Long (812-497-0499) for full event schedule.

July 9 - 25th Annual Round Barn Bike Ride sponsored by the Brownstown Exchange Club. Registration from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. at Brownstown Central High School; start your ride immediately after registering. Routes of 32, 62 and 80+ miles available. To download a registra-tion form, or to obtain more information, visit the club’s website at www.brown-stownexchangeclub.org.

Every Monday evening - Com-munity Diner serves free meals every Monday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church on East Third Street in Seymour. They are looking for volunteers to help prepare and serve meals. Contact communitydinersey@gmail.com for additional information.

Lawrence CountyJune 24, 25 & 26 - 51st annual gem, mineral & fossil show sponsored by the Lawrence County Rock Club, Inc. at the

COMMUNITYCALENDAR

Lawrence County Fairgrounds. Show hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Fri-day, 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. Free admission. Call Donna Shuck (812-525-3099 or 812-497-2422) or visit www.lawrencecountyrockclub.org for more information.

August 5 & 6 - 4th annual tractor and “big boy toys” show at the Leesville Com-munity Center. Tractors, hit-and-miss engines and other equipment on display. Set-up after 12:00 noon on Friday with a hot dog roast and music at dusk. Tractor games, tractor drive and cornhole tourney on Saturday. Food available starting at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday. No admission charged, no entry fees. Contact Nick Hubbard (812-849-6925) or Rick Hender-son (812-966-9925) for more information.

Scott CountyMay 21 - Water Quality At Home work-shop from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. featuring information about septic systems, water testing kits and water-saving devices for the home; 825 N Highway 31, Austin. For more information contact The Scott

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The REMC office will be closed on Monday, May 30, for Memorial day

and Monday, July 4 for Independence Day.

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County Soil & Water Conservation District at 812-752-2269, extension 3.

May 28, June 25, July 2 & July 30 - All-you-can-eat breakfast sponsored by the Friends of Hardy Lake; breakfast served from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Hardy Lake shelter house. Adults - $6.50; children 3 to 12 - $3.00; children under 3 - free. All proceeds support the Dwight Chamberlain Raptor Rehab Center. For more information visit www.friendsofhar-dylake.com.

Third Wednesday each month - Brown Bag Lunch at the Scott County Heritage Center and Museum. Programs vary each month; desserts and drinks are free. Call the museum (812-752-1050) for more information.

Washington CountyMay 20 - Friday Night on the Square in downtown Salem. This family event will include food and entertainment from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. For more information call the Washington County Chamber of Com-merce (812-883-4303) or e-mail info@washingtoncountychamber.org.

June 10 & 11 - Annual quilt show, hosted by the Washington County Piece-makers Quilt Guild, at the Southern Hills Church gymnasium (1635 S. State Road 135). Hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. Vendors, demonstrations and over 200 quilts on display. Admission is $3.00. Contact Sarah Robbins (812-883-3279) or Vickie Allen (812-723-4877) for more information.

MORE COMMUNITY CALENDAR EVENTS

June 19 - “Father’s Day” at Historic Becks Mill. All visiting “Dad’s” will receive a free sample bag of Beck’s Mill corn-meal. Admission to the grounds and mill is $5.00 for adults. Children under 16 are free with a paid adult admission. visit the Beck’s Mill website at www.becksmill.org. June 25 - Annual yard sale and barbe-cue at the Mount Carmel United Method-ist Church on South Becks Mill Road. Yard sale from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; barbecue dinners for $7.50 served from 11:00 a.m. until food is sold out. Contact Tonya Courtney (812-883-3025) for more information.

June 25 - “Dog Daze of Summer” celebrating everyone’s best friend at historic Becks Mill. Dog & Master look alike contest. Pet food collection for the Humane Society. Games and contests, pet hike. Admission to the grounds and mill is $5.00 for adults. Children under 16 are free with a paid adult admission. For more information visit the Beck’s Mill website at www.becksmill.org.

July 1 - 4 - Pekin’s 186th annual 4th of July Celebration. Parade, fireworks, en-tertainment, flea market, food and more all weekend. Call Anita Temple (812-216-3300) for more information or to reserve booth space.

July 16 - Wheels for the Mill Car Show; best of show, paint and people’s choice awards. Silent auction, music and lot’s more. Admission to the grounds and mill is $5.00 for adults. Children under 16 are free with a paid adult admission. For more information visit the Beck’s Mill website at www.becksmill.org.

Correction on2016 spraying

programThe April issue of the “Watt High Lights” listed the 2016 right-of-way cut-and-trim areas instead of the right-of-way herbicide spraying program areas for this summer. The correct areas included in this year’s spaying program are listed below:

l The Chestnut Ridge substation that includes parts of Jackson and Washington Townships in Jackson County

l The Dudleytown substa-tion that includes parts of Washington and Vernon Townships in Jackson County and Marion Town-ship in Jennings County

l The Little York substa-tion that includes parts of Finley Township in Scott County and parts of Gibson Township in Washington County.

REMC customers will be notified in advance of work being started on their cir-cuit. Please give us a call (800-288-4458) if you have any questions regarding the spraying program.

Our next issue of “Watt High Lights” will be the annual report and the preview of the 2016 annual meeting. There will not be a community calendar in that issue. The next calendar will be

included in the August 2016 issue.

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TELEPHONE - 812-358-4458TOLL FREE - 800-288-4458

During regular office hours you will be connected with our customer service representatives. After regular hours you will be connected with our answering service. Please call during regular office hours for all business other than out-ages or emergencies.

OFFICE HOURS7:30 AM to 4:30 PM - Monday through Friday

FAX only - 812-358-5719E-mail - info@jacksonremc.com

Web site - www.jacksonremc.comPay bill online - visit our website (above)

Pay bill by phone - 1-888-999-8816

How would you like to save up to $48.00 a year on your electric bill just by

signing your name? You can by joining our Energy

Management Program!

By signing up for the REMC’s Energy Management Program you can help keep electric rates low by reducing the cooperative’s peak kilowatt-hour usage periods. Your participation will also help delay the need to build future power plants.

Energy Management Program participants will receive an $8.00 per-month credit for December, January, February, June, July and August if both their pri-mary water heater and primary central air conditioner or heat pump are enrolled. If you sign up only one unit (a water heater, air conditioner or heat pump) you can still earn a $3.00 per month credit for the same six months.

Want to know more? Just give us a call at 1-800-288-4458 (toll free long distance) or 812-358-4458 (local calls). You can also visit our website at www.jacksonremc.com.