Tag: Midwest Electric

Elected officials join area electric co-ops on tour of “peaking” gas plant in Van Wert County, Oh

Elected officials learned about power reliability concerns and saw the Robert P. Mone Generating Station in Convoy, Ohio, on a tour with Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives and Buckeye Power on Sept. 29. Buckeye Power is Ohio’s generation and transmission cooperative, providing power to 400,000 homes and businesses served by 24 Ohio-based electric cooperatives. Legislators present on…

Electric Co-ops Urge Farmers To Be Cautious Around Power Lines During Harvest

In addition to being one of the most labor-intensive professions, farming is also considered one of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S. Rushing the job to save time can be extremely hazardous––even deadly––when farming near electrical equipment. Every year, North Western Electric Cooperative, Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative,  Tricounty REC, and Midwest Electric see collisions…

Local electric co-ops celebrate National Family Month with weekly giveaways in June

June is National Family Month — a time to prioritize family, strong relationships, a commitment to communication, and quality time spent with those you love. As not-for-profit co-ops focused on community, Paulding Putnam Electric (PPEC), Midwest Electric, and Tricounty Rural Electric stand behind strong families, which is why the co-ops are giving away family-friendly prize…