News

6/25/2008
No donations made in May

The URE Trust Board considered six applications at its May meeting. The applications considered were... click for more

5/22/2008
Small power cost increase due this summer

In the annual report that arrived a few weeks ago, I mentioned that we expect a rate increase from B... click for more

5/22/2008
Where is the best place to put your energy budget?

Need to cut your energy cost but you are not sure where to start? Several items to consider are: how... click for more

5/22/2008
National lighting bureau weighs in on mercury in compact fluorescent (CFL) lighting

"There's so much misinformation about mercury in compact fluorescent (CFL) lighting, American c... click for more

5/22/2008
72nd annual meeting

Ballot results announced Dale P. Scheiderer, Marysville, was elected to represent District 3. He bea... click for more

5/22/2008
New billing option gives member choices

A new program available this month now allows members to set a budget payment with a choice. Two opt... click for more

5/22/2008
Washington, DC youth tour winner announced

Congratulations Emily Lydic, a junior from North Union High School, she is our Youth Tour 2008 winne... click for more

5/22/2008
URE communications garner awards

Union Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc. recently received recognition in the 2008 "Spotlight on ... click for more

5/22/2008
Two community groups benefits from member donations

At April's meeting of the URE Trust Board, three distributions to Operation Round Up applicants were... click for more

5/1/2008
Announcing our Scholarship Winners

Union Rural Electric is proud to announce the winners of our 2008 scholarship program, Union Rural E... click for more

5/1/2008
Take control of your energy supply future

Pressure is mounting for Congress to do something about climate change. And while political debates ... click for more

4/30/2008
2007 Annual Report

To download the 2007 Annual Report.Go to "About URE" on the menu bar, use the drop down ta... click for more

4/29/2008
May is National Electrical Safety month

A number of common consumer products contain mercury, a toxic substance that can be harmful to human... click for more

4/25/2008
Aid applications don’t pass muster

The URE Trust Board met at the end of March to consider applications for Operation Round Up. However... click for more

4/25/2008
Twenty years of service

Congratulations and a big "thank you" to three URE employees celebrating 20 years with the... click for more

4/25/2008
Welcome Zita

Last month Zita Scheiderer joined the finance department in accounts payable. Zita previously worked... click for more

4/25/2008
Management realignment leverages strengths

A personnel change in senior management staff in late March is expected to better utilize the skills... click for more

4/25/2008
Tamper Resistant Outlets protect children

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), approximately 2,400 children receive eme... click for more

4/25/2008
Celebrating the scenic byway anniversary

"We don't have an Old Man's Cave or a Hocking Hills, but we do have the Big Darby Creek which i... click for more

4/25/2008
As in real estate, ductwork location is everything

by PAUL GILLESPIEOutside the thermal barrier in attics and crawl spaces without temperature control,... click for more

4/1/2008
How to control the price of a cleaner world?

In a survey last summer we asked a random selection of our members to identify the most important co... click for more

4/1/2008
URE discontinues banned, inefficient lamps

New product standards for energy efficiency in the Energy Policy Act of 2005 have just gone into eff... click for more

4/1/2008
Duct design gone foul can waste energy

by PAUL GILLESPIEDuctwork can be the culprit for the largest energy waste of the home.Forced-air hea... click for more

4/1/2008
Code of Regulations

The ballot asks for your approval of all changes as one issue. These changes are generally grammatic... click for more

4/1/2008
Winter Storms

Ice and snow interrupted service on both ends of the county in early March, first to the north, then... click for more

4/1/2008
Grateful Sheriff thanks Round Up

Sheriff Nelson started the February Operation Round Up meeting by thanking the board for its support... click for more

3/24/2008
Larry Brake - District 3

Larry A. Brake1301 Fox Run Drive - MarysvilleCurrent Employment: BASF Plant Science, program manager... click for more

3/24/2008
Geoffrey Fullen - District 6

Geoffrey E. Fullen12079 Watkins Road - MarysvilleCurrent Employment: Self-employedCivic & Volunt... click for more

3/24/2008
Steven Westlake - District 3

Steven C. Westlake17836 Waldo Road - MarysvilleCurrent Employment: Self-employed, Real Estate Agent,... click for more

3/24/2008
Francis Reed - District 6

Francis E. Reed10343 Ketch Road - Plain CityCurrent Employment: Self-employed, information technolog... click for more

3/24/2008
Ryan Lee - District 3

Ryan J. Lee17383 Waldo Road - MarysvilleCurrent Employment: Partner, Lee FarmsCivic & Volunteer ... click for more

3/24/2008
Dale Scheiderer - District 3

Dale P. Scheiderer14021 St. Rte. 736 - MarysvilleCurrent Employment: Self-employed, farmerCivic &... click for more

3/24/2008
Jeff Reinhard - District 6

Jeff Reinhard14430 Robinson Rd - Plain CityCurrent Employment: McDonald, Cassell and Bassett Educati... click for more

3/11/2008
Win tickets to Author Series

You've read the book..now meet the author! URE is sponsoring this library fundraiser, and we're givi... click for more

3/2/2008
New home counseling will save energy from the start

by PAUL GILLESPIE, Energy AdvisorTiming is everything. I can help homeowners more when they start a ... click for more

3/1/2008
Entrusting each other: What is expected of elected members

Serving the Cooperative as Trustee is a significant commitment and serious business.As URE prepares ... click for more

3/1/2008
Invested in quality electric service

The Board recently quizzed me on URE's apparently high "investment per member" figure. The... click for more

3/1/2008
Board examines critical issue: itself

News BriefsThe Board completed its annual self-appraisal in February, a process intended to assist w... click for more

3/1/2008
Cancer support group partners to assist patient

Operation Round-upOne recent application to Operation Round Up was submitted to assist a cancer supp... click for more

2/1/2008
A new look online

I would have to compare launching a Web site to opening a branch location. How convenient that we lo... click for more

2/1/2008
Treading lightly (Part 2)

Co-op member breaks new ground, blending renewable technology and green growing for sustainabilityby... click for more

2/1/2008
Selection and interconnection of solar or wind power

by KEVIN GREGORY Proper selection, installation and connection is vital when a cooperative member ch... click for more

2/1/2008
Beware of counterfeit electrical products

The new buzz words in energy efficiency are "carbon footprint," but do you know what it me... click for more

2/1/2008
Construction progresses to building interior

The new sections of the URE headquarters now have some interior finishes. This marks a significant t... click for more

1/1/2008
Treading lightly (Part 1)

Co-op member breaks new ground, blending renewable technology and green growing for sustainability.b... click for more

9/11/2007
URE in the news

Reinhard earns Designation First-term URE Trustee Jeff Reinhard has completed his Credentialed Coope... click for more

9/11/2007
Lots happening!

Office construction starts as recycling project Demolition began at the site of the URE office renov... click for more

9/11/2007
Operation Round-UP

Operation Round Up makes roof repair possible With a balance on hand of $9730.26, the URE Trust Boa... click for more

9/11/2007
New Updates

Board gives okay to pursue building contract Construction bids came in higher than expected for the ... click for more

9/11/2007
Announcing our Scholarship Winners!

Union Rural Electric is proud to announce the winners of two separate scholarship programs. The firs... click for more

5/14/2007
Gillespie joins URE to provide personalized energy advice

As answer to the call from members for more energy efficiency programs and advice, Union Rural Elect... click for more

4/26/2007
Like a great cup of coffee

Our Electricity is something to rely on I have a favorite coffee spot. I know that's not a shocking ... click for more

2/1/2007
What is your carbon footprint?

The new buzz words in energy efficiency are "carbon footprint," but do you know what it me... click for more

2/1/2007
Patton's retirement completes redistricting

Long-term Trustee Waldo Patton has decided against running for office again in 2008. As a result of ... click for more

12/27/2006
Be prepared for winter storms with this checklist

The extreme, cold temperatures associated with winter weather such as ice and snow storms make stayi... click for more

6/29/2006
Operation Roundup

Fire District requires less, donation reducedIn April, a donation of $2,000 to Northern Union County... click for more

6/29/2006
Three incumbents reelected in mail-in, Internet ballot

News > Local Connections Three incumbents reelected in mail-in, Internet ballot Publish Date: Th... click for more

6/29/2006
Value is what’s in it for you

Providing power at cost is a challenging proposition. Our Cooperative has some influence on the pric... click for more

6/7/2006
Appointment Commitee: Let the democratic process choose

The regularly scheduled election next spring will produce a new Trustee for the a newly formed membe... click for more

6/7/2006
Magician Makes Accidents Disappear

Magician Scott Davis traveled to Raymond Elementary and Trinity Lutheran School in late April. His e... click for more

6/7/2006
Election Results are IN!

Patricia Baker will be representing DISTRICT 1 - Jackson, Washington, Hale, & Bowling Green Town... click for more

6/5/2006
Inspect your attic

Your attic contains some of the most important energy details in your home. It's worth taking a look... click for more

5/1/2006
Building renovation under study

Bids are under review for a building project that will remodel and expand the current headquarter fa... click for more

5/1/2006
Davis resigns from Board

R. Donald Davis is retiring from the Board of Trustees after nearly 26 years of service having been ... click for more

5/1/2006
Davis resigns from Board

R. Donald Davis is retiring from the Board of Trustees after nearly 26 years of service having been ... click for more

3/27/2006
Comparison shopping for energy

Okay. So we all know that deregulation didn't exactly bring a wealth of choice to Ohio's electric in... click for more

2/27/2006
Pantry replenished with donation

"And when she got there, the cupboard was bare," as the old rhyme tells it. Barb Snodgres ... click for more

2/27/2006
Older appliances can be efficient, too

You can learn about the energy efficiency of an appliance through the yellow-and-black EnergyGuide l... click for more

2/27/2006
June 3 is Cooperative Family Day

Annual meeting merges with Cooperative Family Day this Spring Here's a tip for busy families: Mark y... click for more

1/27/2006
Limitation removed, community groups will benefit

As an extension of a concerted effort to reach out to local organizations, the URE Trust Board voted... click for more

1/27/2006
Scholarship funds set to grow with Un Co Foundation

The Cooperative's scholarship funds now have room to grow in two important ways. Teaming up with the... click for more

1/27/2006
Work Plan for 2006-07 approved

The continuing plan for reconditioning and enhancement of the URE distribution system is in place fo... click for more

1/27/2006
Get the facts about energy-efficient water heaters

Knowing the facts about energy efficient water heaters can save you lots of cash when you need to bu... click for more

1/27/2006
The truth about efficient furnace filters

By JOHN KRIGGERFurnace filters are designed to perform an important task: to keep your furnace and a... click for more

1/27/2006
How economical is your dishwasher?

By JOHN KRIGGER Most of the energy used by dishwashers is actually the energy required for heating t... click for more

1/27/2006
Energy conservation is back in style

It looks like energy conservation is back in style. There's nothing like rising fuel prices to make ... click for more

12/28/2005
Higher energy costs a certainty

Best wishes to all URE Members for a happy and prosperous New Year. I don't know about you but I am ... click for more

11/28/2005
Election Clock is Ticking for Potential Board Candidates

Later this month, opportunity will be delivered to members in their mailboxes.A December postcard ma... click for more

10/27/2005
Capable leadership starts with YOU

The continued success of the Cooperative is dependent upon the capability of the people who make the... click for more

2/1/2005
Members’ Interests Prompt Sale of Security Plus

On December 15, URE sold the Security Plus division to Habitec of Delaware, Ohio. The Board of Trust... click for more

1/31/2005
Don't Mimic Fear Factor's Shocking Stunt

Reports that a stunt to be aired on tonight's episode of NBC's "Fear Factor" have prompted... click for more

1/1/2005
Growing Population Prompts District Reorganization Plan

When reorganized, the URE territory boundaries will better accommodate an even distribution of popul... click for more

1/1/2005
New Co-op Connections Businesses Added, Some Revised

Two new businesses have joined the Co-op Connections program since it's launch just last month. Hoov... click for more

1/1/2005
Save by Degrees When You Set Back the Temp

In our modern, high-tech society, we don't think much about some of the electronic gadgets in our ho... click for more

1/1/2005
Generate Safety During Outages!

Always have a cut-off switch installed by a licensed electrician when you purchase a generator to be... click for more

1/1/2005
The Magnificant Seven

Happy New Year! 2005 marks a significant milestone for Union Rural Electric: The seventieth annivers... click for more

1/1/2005
Brisk Pace of Giving Continues

Applications continue to stream into the Operation Round Up program. The URE Trust Board, custodians... click for more

1/1/2005
State-Of-The-Art Technology Improves Service

URE's sophisticated Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, attended by engineer An... click for more

1/1/2005
Resetting Your Programmable Thermostat

By John Krigger A programmable thermostat is simply a clock combined with a thermostat. The clock sw... click for more

12/20/2004
Co-op Connection Cards Are Here!

Because you are a member of Union Rural Electric, a Touchstone Energy cooperative, you will soon rec... click for more

12/1/2004
State Legislators Meet at URE to Discuss Elecrtricity Tax

If you had not already heard, Ohio's budget deficit is projected to be anywhere between 3 and 5 bill... click for more

11/1/2004
The Event Of The Season

We are reeling here from the success of our first ever Cooperative Family Day. More than 1300 member... click for more

10/1/2004
Co-ops Take A Back Seat To No One In Community Investment

When it comes to making economic and charitable contributions to their communities, the nation's mor... click for more

9/1/2004
Our Margins Are Your Benefit

There is a difference when you belong to an electric cooperative. Capital credits are one of the str... click for more

8/1/2004
Low-use Meters Prompt Minimum Bill Increase

An issue the Board and I have wrestled with for some time is the financial imbalance low-use meters ... click for more

7/1/2004
Where Does The Money Go?

I am a consumer, just like you. It irks me, just like you, when the prices I pay increase. So I unde... click for more

6/1/2004
Representing Your Interests

There is no question that the energy industry is changing. The collapse of Enron and the power crisi... click for more

5/1/2004
URE Board Subject to Highest Scrutiny – Yours

like to think that there is something good to come of any bad situation. When Enron's collapse was ... click for more

4/19/2004
Winners Announced

Incumbents Don Davis and Jeff Wilson each won re-election in this year's trustee election. Congratul... click for more

4/4/2004
Three Roles of Members Make the Cooperative Difference

The burning question on everyone's lips is: Who cares if I get my electricity from a Cooperative? Wh... click for more

3/1/2004
Employees Are Our Most Valued Asset

Your cooperative, like any business, has an array of assets. Lines. Poles. Wires. Substations. Compu... click for more

1/19/2004
Ordinance for Marysville Electric Service

Thursday night Marysville City Council will hear the first comments on the ordinance to expand URE's... click for more

1/1/2004
Achievement Scholarship Created

For the top students in a high school class, scholarships are easy to find. For an average student, ... click for more

4/19/2003
Scholarship Awarded

This year's scholarship recipients are Kyle Sherman of Dublin Scioto HS and Kate Wilmoth of Marysvil... click for more

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