Capital Credits
Capital Credits - How Do They Work?
As a member of RushShelby Energy, you're not just a member - you're also an owner. That means when the cooperative has leftover margins at the end of the year, those margins are allocated back to you as capital credits.
These credits are based on your electricity usage for the year being returned. This year, capital credits from 1989 and portions of 1990 and 2024 have been returned to members.
Why Aren't Capital Credits Returned Immediately?
Rather than paying out capital credits right away, the cooperative retains them for a time to ensure we can continue to provide safe, reliable and affordable service. These funds are used for system maintenance, construction and improvements.
Each year, RushShelby Energy Board of Directors reviews the cooperative's financial position and determines which years of capital credits can be retired and returned to members.
(USPS 171-360 Published Monthly)
Contributors:
Cathy Rhoades and David Toll
Publication Office: 2777 S. 840 W. Manilla, IN 46150
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Are You an Heir to a Deceased Member?
If the person named on an account is deceased, an authorized heir or estate executor may claim their capital credits. Here's how:
1. Use the form included in this newsletter.
2. If your name is listed, complete the left side of the form, including your name, date of birth, address and phone number.
3. If you are an heir to a deceased member, complete the right side of the form. Be sure to provide the date of death (month, day, year) and sign the form in front of a Notary Public.
4. Mail the completed form to the address provided on the form.
Payments will be processed monthly based on the information received.
Keeping our records up to date is important - it is illegal to maintain an account in the name of a deceased person. We appreciate your help in correcting this information.
For questions, contact: Janet Labrie, Corporate Services Manager at 765-544-2904.
Capital Credits
1989 and Portions of 1990 & 2024
ABBOTT JOHN FAIRLAND IN BEGLEY JEAN FAIRLAND IN BRUNELLE ROCCO L CARMEL IN ABEL ROBERT E FAIRLAND IN BEGO DAVID INDIANAPOLIS IN BRUNER TODD E SHELBYVILLE IN
ABLE ROBERT R RICHARDSON TX BEIKMAN JOHN H SHELBYVILLE IN BRUNNER JAMES W GREENFIELD IN
ADAMS JACKIE L FAIRLAND IN BELL HERBERT C GREENFIELD IN BRUNNER J S SHELBYVILLE IN ADAMS GLENN A EDINBURGH IN BELTON LARRY A SHELBYVILLE IN BRUNS WAYNE INDIANAPOLIS IN
ADAMS LEONARD MORRISTOWN IN BENNETT RUDOLPH FAIRLAND IN BRYANT EDDIE PANAMA CITY B FL
ADAMS BIRNA P NORTH VERNON IN BENNETT WILLIAM E SOLOMONS MD BRYANT LARRY EDINBURGH IN ALBRIGHT CURT STEWART TN BERNARD LARRY RUSSELL SPRINGS KY BRYANT RICHARD M FOUNTAINTOWN IN ALDRIDGE MICHAEL SHELBYVILLE IN BEVERS PATRICK W MORGANTOWN IN BUCHANAN JAMES K NEW PALESTINE IN ALFORD DAVID SHELBYVILLE IN BEYER RAYMOND D SHELBYVILLE IN BUDD DONALD E FORT WAYNE IN ALLEN MICHAEL NEW PALESTINE IN BIRES RICHARD J INDPLS IN BULLARD LARRY D FOUNTAINTOWN IN ALLEN ROY SHELBYVILLE IN BLACKBURN STEVEN COLUMBIA MO BULLINGTON JAMES C INDIANAPOLIS IN ALLEN JOE M SHELBYVILLE IN BLAIR ENOCH LAUREL IN BULLOCK BOB GREENFIELD IN ALLEN J K SHELBYVILLE IN BLETTNER DON INDIANAPOLIS IN BULMER CLIFFORD D LAUREL IN ALLEN RAY T REYNOLDSBURG OH BLEVINS BILLY B GREENFIELD IN BULMER BRENDA L FLAT ROCK IN ALLEY MICHAEL F ST PAUL IN BLOCK RICHARD A PLAINFIELD IL BUMPS STEVEN NEW PALESTINE IN ALVIS WARREN S SHELBYVILLE IN BLUE SPRINGS WALDRON IN BUNZENDAHL JOHN L CONNERSVILLE IN AMERICAN TEL & TELG MARIETTA GA BODE ALAN D AP0 NEW AE BURCHAM DON T PARAGOULD AR AMONETTE ALDEN D NEW PALESTINE IN BOGEMAN JOHN E GLENDALE AZ BURK DAVID A GREENFIELD IN ANDERSON RICHARD K NEW PALESTINE IN BOGEMANN DONALD W GREENFIELD IN BURKETT ERNEST V INDIANAPOLIS IN ANDERSON DAN FOUNTAINTOWN IN BOGEMANN JAMES R WALDRON IN BURKS FLOYD E SHELBYVILLE IN ANDERSON CANDY SHELBYVILLE IN BOGGS LARRY J FRANKLIN IN BURNS EUGENE FAIRLAND IN ANDERSON R A GREENFIELD IN BOGUE SCOTT M NEW PALESTINE IN BURTON DOLPHUS C BROWNSTOWN IN ANDERSON ALBERT WALDRON IN BOND LEONARD A FOUNTAINTOWN IN BURTON CHARLES L SMYRNA TN ANDREWS DONALD W SHELBYVILLE IN BOND DEWEY W INDIANAPOLIS IN BUSSELL DONALD NEW PALESTINE IN ANTCLIFF SHANNON L COLUMBUS IN BOONE DAVID E SHELBYVILLE IN BYERS HELEN L GREENFIELD IN APPLEGATE FRANK SHELBYVILLE IN BORNSTEIN MICHAEL H GREENWOOD IN C & R PORK FARM GREENSBURG IN APPLEGATE GINA SHELBYVILLE IN BOUCHER CAROLYN F GREENSBORO IN CAFFEE TERRANCE J SHELBYVILLE IN ARMSTRONG J R MORRISTOWN IN BOWEN TIMOTHY K SHELBYVILLE IN CAIN ELLEN RUSHVILLE IN ARMSTRONG DEBRA NEW PALESTINE IN BOWLING ORVILLE INDIANAPOLIS IN CAIN ALAN GREENFIELD IN ARMUTH NORRIS D COLUMBUS IN BOWMAN MARVIN BOGGSTOWN IN CAMPBELL SARAH D FAIRLAND IN ARNOLD ROBT J SHELBYVILLE IN BRADLEY GEO A INDIANAPOLIS IN CAMPBELL DANIEL D EDINBURGH IN ARNOLD DON S ST PAUL IN BRAMMER J M NEEDHAM IN CANGANY DAVID SHELBYVILLE IN ASHER JEFFREY W WHITELAND IN BRANAM HELEN A RUSHVILLE IN CANNON CAROL NEW PALESTINE IN AUBERRY MICHAEL INDIANAPOLIS IN BRANDES WILLIAM LEESBURG FL CANTRELL BUD ZIONSVILLE IN AUBREY FRED L BLOOMINGTON IN BRANT
Capital Credits
1989 and Portions of 1990 & 2024
IN CONNER W D SAINT PAUL IN DRAKE ELIZABETH A INDIANAPOLIS IN FREEMAN JOHN E SHELBYVILLE IN CONOVER MICHAEL K ST PAUL IN DRAKE RICHARD D SHELBYVILLE IN FRIEDLY PATRICIA A INDIANAPOLIS IN
CONTOS RICHARD H NEW PALESTINE IN DUCKWORTH STEPHEN R INDIANAPOLIS IN FUCHS BRENT H SHELBYVILLE IN COOK CAROLYN N INDIANAPOLIS IN DUCKWORTHS WALNUT GROVE BOGGSTOWN IN FULLEN HAROLD W TRAFALGAR IN COOK KATHY JO EDINBURG IN DUNAGAN HOWARD L FAIRLAND IN G & M FARMS RUSHVILLE IN COOK RANDA K SHELBYVILLE IN DUNAGAN JIM WALDRON IN GABBARD STEVE SHELBYVILLE IN COOVERT DONALD E NEW PALESTINE IN DUNAWAY BARRY SHELBYVILLE IN GAHIMER RALPH JACKSONVILLE TX COPELAND JAMES M GREENWOOD IN DUNCAN ROBIN BOGGSTOWN IN GAINES ROBERT C INDIANAPOLIS IN CORBIN RONALD A FAIRLAND IN DUNCAN DONALD F BROWNSBURG IN GANN GARY D GREENWOOD IN CORLETT K T FOUNTAINTOWN IN DUNHAM KEITH SHELBYVILLE IN GARARD THOMAS G NEW PALESTINE IN CORN DONALD R INDIANAPOLIS IN DUNN DANIEL W NEW PALESTINE IN GARDNER JERRY EVERGREEN CO CORUM HAROLD D CONNERSVILLE IN DUNN DAVID SHELBYVILLE IN GARRETT BELINDA SHELBYVILLE IN
COY STEVEN D SHELBYVILLE IN DYE ERWIN L MAYS IN GEPHART JAMES R SHELBYVILLE IN COY RONNIE I SHELBYVILLE IN DYKEMA KENNETH R BALSAM LAKE WI GETZIN SCOTT GREENFIELD IN COYLE SHARON K INDIANAPOLIS IN EADS PAULINE SHELBYVILLE IN GHOLSON MICHAEL INDIANAPOLIS IN CRAFT COLLEEN A FAIRLAND IN EASTES
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Capital Credits
1989 and Portions of 1990 & 2024
L KNOXVILLE TN HANSOME DOUGLAS INDPLS IN HOLLAND ROBERT D
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JAMES O SHELBYVILLE IN HANSON DOROTHY J GREENWOOD IN HOLMES JIM F
KY KELLAM RICHARD L SHELBYVILLE IN HARBER PAUL J INDIANAPOLIS IN HOLZER ROBERT J FAIRLAND IN KELSCH DAVID M NEW PALESTINE IN HARDEBECK RONALD R NEEDHAM IN HOOPINGARNER ELMER D INDIANAPOLIS IN KELSO LEWIS K FOUNTAINTOWN IN HARDEBECK JACK W SHELBYVILLE IN HOOSIER DEV CORP INDIANAPOLIS IN KENDALL JOEL A CONNERSVILLE IN HARDIN HAROLD J MORRISTOWN IN HOWARD RICHARD E MERRILLVILLE IN KENNEDY MARK A NEW PALESTINE IN HARDWICK BARBARA FAIRLAND IN HOWARD OSCAR NEW PALESTINE IN KEPPEL DAVID E LIBERTY IN HARMON TOM INDIANAPOLIS IN HOWARD RONNIE GREENWOOD IN KERNS BENJAMIN A SHELBYVILLE IN
HARNER WILBUR COLUMBUS IN HUBER WILLIAM SHELBYVILLE IN KIMMEL HARRY INDIANAPOLIS IN HARPER ANDY SHELBYVILLE IN HUDSON ALFRED FERDINAND IN KINCADE STEVE SHELBYVILLE IN
HARPER JEFFERY NEW PALESTINE IN HUGHES HARLEY W GRAY KY KINDER JAMES W SHELBYVILLE IN HARRELL RICHARD H ROCHESTER MN HUGHES CARL GREENFIELD IN KING RAYMOND A FRANKLIN IN HARRIS MONTIE CONNERSVILLE IN HULMAN JEANETTE WARSAW KY KINGERY R H MORRISTOWN IN HARRY KENNETH D FAIRLAND IN HUME GARY INDIANAPOLIS IN KIRBY LOU A LEBANON TN
HART STEVEN L HUNTINGTON IN HUNGATE WILLIAM R ST PAUL IN KIRCHNER GARY D SUWANEE GA HARTMAN CHARLES W SHELBYVILLE IN HUNTER GEORGE D CHARLESTON SC KLATTE GERALD R NEW PALESTINE IN HARVEY FREDERICK SHELBYVILLE IN HURLEY WILLIAM H FAIRLAND IN KNEY MAURICE INDIANAPOLIS IN HARVEY ROBERT M INDIANAPOLIS IN HURST RAYMOND E
CASTLE IN KNOY MARY C RUSHVILLE IN HAUK JEFF SHELBYVILLE IN HUSER JOHN A WESTFIELD IN KOLACEK SANDRA K GREENWOOD IN HAVELY THOMAS L BELLEVIEW FL HUSTED DAVID W OSGOOD IN KOUNTRY KIDS SAINT PAUL IN HAWKINS NORMAN W BEECH GROVE IN HUTCHINSON CHAS W SHELBYVILLE
RALPH W VALENCIA PA HAZELWOOD ALLEN W SHELBYVILLE IN HUZZIE
J SHELBYVILLE IN KRUG GREGORY NEW PALESTINE IN HEASTER CINDY INDIANAPOLIS IN IND S & S CHILDRENS HOME INDIANAPOLIS IN KULPA RAYMOND R DEARBORN HTS MI HEBBLE DAVID T MONTICELLO IN INDIANA HI-RAIL
Capital Credits 1989 and Portions of 1990 & 2024
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M C INDIANAPOLIS IN MILLER ROBERT M INDIANAPOLIS IN NUGENT STEPHEN D LARGO FL MAHAN STEPHEN D SHELBYVILLE IN MILLIGAN JAMES A NEW PALESTINE IN OLDHAM DAVID CLAYTON IN
MALTBY R W NEW PALESTINE IN MILLION WALTER E SHELBYVILLE IN O'NEAL JERALD SHELBYVILLE IN
MANNING FLORENC CARTHAGE IN MITCHELL GLEN EDINBURGH IN ORLOPP GREG GREENFIELD IN
MARKICH FRED MONROE TN MITCHELL GARY SHELBYVILLE IN OTT LARRY T INDIANAPOLIS IN
MARLIN GARY FAIRLAND IN MITCHELL BENNY F EDINBURGH IN OTT TERRY NEW PALESTINE IN MARTELLI RICK INDIANAPOLIS IN MITCHELL RICHARD L WESTFIELD IN OVERHOLSER MIKE FAIRLAND IN
MARTIN WILLIAM E CONNERSVILLE IN MOBLEY LINDA C SHELBYVILLE IN OVERLEESE DAN UNIONVILLE CT MARTIN CONNIE L FAIRLAND IN MOELLER PATRICIA M FAIRLAND IN OWEN C F NORTH VERNON IN MARTIN MAJOR T CONNERSVILLE IN MOHR BRIAN D BOGGSTOWN IN PADRICK DOUGLAS M FAIRLAND IN MARTIN TERRY L GWYNNEVILLE IN MONEY DEBBIE FRANKLIN IN PARAGON SERVICES INC/AHS HOUSTON TX MARTIN CHARLES E BEECHGROVE IN MONROE JAMES L SHELBYVILLE IN PARKER JOHN M ACTON IN MASSENGALE GENE M CLOVERDALE IN MONTGOMERY
Capital Credits 1989 and Portions of 1990 & 2024
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MICHAEL V SHELBYVILLE IN
ORETTA SHELBYVILLE IN SANDEFUR GEO FOUNTAINTOWN IN SMITH WILLIAM G ENGLEWOOD FL
RAMSEY MYRON B SHELBYVILLE IN SANDERS JAMES M FOUNTAINTOWN IN SMITH OTHO A INDPLS IN
RANDALL JOHN L SHELBYVILLE IN SANDERS RUSS J SHELBYVILLE IN SMITH MARK W SHELBYVILLE IN
RATLIFF STEPHEN E FRANKLIN IN SANDLIN ERVIN GREENFIELD IN SMITH MAURICE D SHELBYVILLE IN RAY GENE NEW PALESTINE IN SANDUSKY GEORGE E NEW PALESTINE IN SMITH CARL H FAIRLAND IN
REDMON MARK NEW PALESTINE IN SAWYER CHESTER SHELBYVILLE IN SMITH JAMES O GREENWOOD IN REDMON RHONDA SHELBYVILLE IN SCHEIFINGER CURTIS C NORTH VERNON IN SMOTHERS JOE ST PAUL IN
REED DAVID L NEW PALESTINE IN SCHIFF JUNE C NEW PALESTINE IN SMYTHE MIKE FAIRLAND IN
REED DENNIS SHELBYVILLE IN SCHIMPF RONALD E SHELBYVILLE IN SNELL THOMAS R INDIANAPOLIS IN
REED MARY J INDIANAPOLIS IN SCHLUDECKER JIM SHELBYVILLE IN SNELLING JOHN A INDIANAPOLIS IN REHL DONALD C GREENFIELD IN SCHMITTLING JIMMY L INDIANAPOLIS IN SNIDER HOWARD E SHELBYVILLE IN RENEAU RONALD S SHELBYVILLE IN SCHMITZ FRED INDIANAPOLIS IN SNIDER ALAN D NEW PALESTINE IN REYNOLDS TOM BLOOMINGTON SCHMITZ FRED W KNIGHTSTOWN IN SNYDER SHIRLEY J NEW PALESTINE IN RHODUS RICHARD FAIRLAND IN SCHNEIDER R A FORT MYERS FL SNYDER VAL C INDIANAPOLIS IN RICHARDS ROBERT J GREENFIELD IN SCHWIER CARL MANILLA IN SOHIO PIPELINE CO LOUISVILLE KY RICHARDSON MARLIN SHELBYVILLE IN SCOTT LINDA M SHELBYVILLE IN SOLENBERG
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NORMAN E EASLEY SC SHEARIN ANDREW CONNERSVILLE IN STEGMAN DAVID INDIANAPOLIS IN
ROBERTS GERALD A KOKOMO IN SHELBY STEVE INDIANAPOLIS IN STEPHEN DEBRA NEW PRT
Capital Credits
1989 and Portions of 1990 & 2024
STUCKY SYDNEY GREENFIELD IN WEAVER PAMELA K NOBLESVILLE IN STULTZ GREG INDIANAPOLIS IN WEAVER JAMES C ST PAUL MN
SUMMERS LARRY FRANKLIN IN WEHR TIMOTHY R RUSHVILLE IN SURFACE-RUSSELL ELAINE LEWISVILLE IN WEINTRAUT DAVID L ST PAUL IN SUTTON ROBT E INDIANAPOLIS IN WELLS THOMAS C NEW PALESTINE IN SWANSON ERIC S SHELBYVILLE IN WENDEL DENIS EDINBURGH IN SWARTZ JERRY W SHELBYVILLE IN WERNER ERIC INDIANAPOLIS IN SWARTZ ROBERT L GREENWOOD IN WERNER JAMES EDINBURGH IN SWEET RANDY G FOUNTAIN CO WEST MARY C FAIRLAND IN
TAFT TERRENCE W BIRMINGHAM AL WHEATLEY GEORGANNA FOUNTAINTOWN IN
TAGGART ROBERT S SHELBYVILLE IN WHEELER MICHAEL FOUNTAINTOWN IN
TANKSLEY LARRY E CONNERSVILLE IN WHEELER ARTHUR EDINBURGH IN TAWA FARM BATESVILLE IN WHEELER TIMOTHY J MILWAUKEE WI
TAYLOR GARY A FAIRLAND IN WHEELER GREG EDINBURGH IN TAYLOR WM R FLAT ROCK IN WHIPP DARLENE FLORENCE IN TELLE JANET F INDIANAPOLIS IN WHISLER LARRY E SOUTH LAKE TX
THE CHURCH OF JESUS INDIANAPOLIS IN WHITAKER DEDA J RUSHVILLE IN
THOMPSON JASON E FRANKLIN IN WHITE TRUDY C FAIRLAND IN THOMPSON MARGELL GLENWOOD IN WHITE ROBERT D EDINBURGH IN THOMPSON HARRY E INDIANAPOLIS IN WHITE WILLIAM A PRESCOTT AZ
THOMPSON ANCIL SHELBYVILLE IN WHITE WILLIAM D MORRISTOWN IN
THORNBERRY THOMAS MOUNT STERLING KY WHITE ADV METROCOM-02 TERRE HAUTE IN THURSTON CHARLES SHELBYVILLE IN WIBBENMEYER CHARLIE INDIANAPOLIS IN TIMM CHRISTINA WESTFIELD IA WIGGS ROSEMARY M BATESVILLE IN
TINDALL JULIA M SHELBYVILLE IN WILDEY KENDALL SCIPIO IN TOLEN JOHN GREENWOOD IN WILDRICK DONALD G INDIANAPOLIS IN
TOON MARK H MORRISTOWN IN WILLARD JOHN R FRANKLIN IN TOPPE TOM J SEYMOUR IN WILLEY JERRY E MORRISTOWN IN TRASK JERRY D HILLSDALE IL WILLIAMS PHILLIP G PERRYSBURG OH
TRESSLAR M J FAIRLAND IN WILLIAMS MARY S FAIRLAND IN TRUE FORREST M INDIANAPOLIS IN WILLIAMS SAM CARMEL IN TUCKER LISA A ST PAUL IN WILLIAMS PIPELINE CO TULSA OK TUGGLE ROBERT E SEYMOUR IN WILLOUGHBY HARRY N ATHENS AL TUNISON STEVEN W MILTON WI WILSON KAREN FAIRLAND IN TURNELL HERMAN MORRISTOWN IN WILSON EARL S SHELBYVILLE IN TURNER JOSEPH L COLUMBUS IN WINSLOW FARMS INC NEW CASTLE IN TURNER STEPHEN R GREENWOOD IN WLASIK STANLEY MULBERRY IN VAN NAMEN JOHN NEEDHAM IN WOLF MARK B NORTH VERNON IN VANDERGRIFF ROBT S INDIANAPOLIS IN WOLSIEFER DORINE A SHELBYVILLE IN VANNATTA JAMES B SHELBYVILLE IN WOOD WENDELL P SHELBYVILLE IN VANSCYOC STEVE NEW PALESTINE IN WOODALL CARL R SHELBYVILLE IN VENNEFRON PAUL J HAMILTON OH WOODCOCK DANA L NEW PALESTINE IN WAGNER EDWARD W FAIRLAND IN WOODEN HUGHSTON D INDIANAPOLIS IN WAGNER MICHAEL F NEW PALESTINE IN WOODRUM JEFFREY L INDIANAPOLIS IN WAGNER MARILYN J FAIRLAND IN WOODS ROY LONDON KY
WALDSCHMIDT MICHAEL A FRANKLIN IN WOOLF JERRY BRUCETON TN WALSER JACK A TUCSON AZ WOOLSEY TIMOTHY W FAIRLAND IN WALTON CARLA SHELBYVILLE IN WOOLSEY MICHAEL FAIRLAND IN WALTON STEPHEN G FAIRLAND IN WOOSLEY TRACEY S SHELBYVILLE IN WALTZ JOHN A INDIANAPOLIS IN WRIGHT ARTHUR L KINGSPORT TN WAMPNER DAVID WALDRON IN IN
BRIAN M MORRISTOWN IN
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Woeste the Latest Recipient of Lineman Scholarship
Like many high school graduates, Brady Woeste wasn't sure what career path to take.
The 2024 Union County High School graduate kept busy running his own stump-grinding and lawn care business while also helping his uncle with grain and beef cattle farming. But it wasn't until he talked more with another uncle - Sam Woeste, a lineman supervisor at Whitewater Valley REMC - that Brady began to consider a different future.
"I'd always talked to him, looked at power lines driving by, but never thought much about it," Brady said. "One day I was sitting in class trying to find a career, and I thought I'd give being a lineman a try. It's hard work, and I like working hard. I'm not scared of heights either. I actually like being up high, it's kind of fun."
That decision led the Liberty, Indiana, native to enroll at the North American Lineman Training Center in McEwen, Tennessee. He graduated in April and was named the latest recipient of Hoosier Energy's W. Eugene Roberts and Daniel L. Schuckman Memorial Scholarship.
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ROBERT L SENECA SC YOUNG MARTIN V INDIANAPOLIS IN WATSON JAMES T FOUNTAINTOWN IN YOUNG JOHN FOUNTAINTOWN IN WATSON JAMES E GREENFIELD IN YOUNG BILLIE SHELBYVILLE IN WATTS STANLEY GREENFIELD IN ZAPFE
"I would say about all of it was a learning experience," Woeste said. "One thing I enjoyed the most was hanging a transformer. Another thing would be the steel tower at the school - going up there and hanging off a rope and a ladder from some chains. You wonder, 'What in the world am I doing?' but it was super fun."
That training and commitment paid off. Woeste has joined the team at RushShelby Energy, continuing a proud family tradition and stepping into a rewarding and essential career in the electric cooperative world.
Thank you for attending the RushShelby Energy Annual Meeting!
RushShelby Energy's 2025 Annual Meeting, held on July 10, was a resounding success, drawing more than 900 attendees, including 163 children. Members and their families enjoyed an evening filled with great food, entertainment and activities, all centered around celebrating the cooperative spirit.
Members were treated to a delicious meal from Chick-fil-A and soft serve ice cream provided by Thornburg Concessions. Entertainment and educational experiences included high-voltage demonstrations, Touch-A-Truck displays and lively music by the Highwater Troubadours.
Children had a blast with activities tailored just for them, including an inflatable obstacle course from Fun Jumps of Greenfield, face painting and balloon animals courtesy of Funnie & Friends. They also enjoyed a craft session hosted by Angela Dabney of Hoosier Energy, two exciting live animal shows from Silly Safaris and a photo booth from Dappy Hays, which was a hit with attendees of all ages.
Door prizes were awarded at the end of the night with the $2,500 grand prize being awarded to James Gulley and the children's grand prize , a Nex Playground, won by Abby Swonger.
The evening concluded with the business meeting and the election of three new directors to the RushShelby Energy Board, reflecting the cooperative's commitment to Democratic Control, one of our core principles. Congratulations to Carmen Hawk (District 2), Kenny Aulbach (District 5) and Doug Wicker (District 8), who were elected to serve a three-year term.
The success of the annual meeting wouldn't have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our employees, countless volunteers and partners. RushShelby Energy extends a heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make the night special.
Our annual meeting is more than a gathering - it's a celebration of our mission to serve you, our members. We remain committed to providing reliable, affordable energy while fostering strong connections with the communities we proudly serve. Thank you for your ongoing support and participation. See you next year on July 9, 2026.
Three outgoing Board of Directors were recognized at the Annual Meeting for their years of service and dedication to our membership, with a combined total of 101 years of service. President of the Board, Charles Smith, is pictured with Dean Bacon, District 8 and Mark Nigh, District 2. Not pictured is Fred Smith, District 5. We sincerely thank them for their commitment and leadership over the years.
At the 2025 Annual Meeting, members elected three new individuals to serve on the Board of Directors. Carmen Hawk will represent District 2, Kenny Aulbach will represent District 5 and Doug Wicker will represent District 8. We congratulate them on their election and look forward to the leadership and guidance they will bring as they serve our membership.
Operation RoundUp Luck of the Draw Scholarship winners were recognized at the Annual Meeting, with each receiving a $2,000 scholarship. This year's recipients are Rachel McDonald, Isabella Wilson, Kaitlin Bramlett and Conner Evans. Congratulations to these outstanding students on their achievements and best wishes for their future success!
Simplify Your Home Heating with Crossroads Energy's Metered Propane Service
Crossroads Energy is excited to continue offering our metered propane service - a simple, convenient way to manage your home heating costs. With this service, you pay only for the gallons you use each month, and the charge conveniently appears on your electric bill. That means one bill, one payment for both your electricity and propane.
We're also pleased to announce that the propane rate will remain locked at $2.21 per gallon through March 31, 2026. No surprises. No fluctuations. Just predictable, reliable pricing to help you budget with confidence throughout the heating season.
A Trusted Partnership
Crossroads Energy is a proud partnership with Shelby County Co-op and RSE Propane LLC, established on April 1, 1999. Our very first tank was set on June 13, 1999, and for 26 years, we've remained committed to serving our members with dependable energy solutions.
How It Works
When you sign up for metered propane service, your price is locked for the entire heating season. There is a one-time installation fee of $250, which can be paid in full on your electric bill or conveniently spread over three months.
Your installation includes:
• A 500-gallon tank with a no-charge lifetime lease (minimum 500 gallons annual usage required)
• A meter installed at your home, read monthly along with your electric meter
• Two regulators (high-pressure at the tank, low-pressure at the house)
• Copper line installation as needed
• A complete propane and safety inspection of your system
With our keep-full service, you'll never need to worry about running out of propane or scheduling deliveries - we've got you covered.
Contact Us
For more details, please reach out to Janet Labrie at 765-544-2904 or visit us at www.rse.coop.
Crossroads Energy - your trusted partner for convenient, reliable home heating solutions.
Create a Safety Plan Before Planting a Tree
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 short circuits and flickering lights. When it storms, tree limbs that are too close to power lines can knock them out and threaten your safety.
Look for Potential Dangers
When planting a tree, consider potential safety issues associated with overhead and underground utility lines. Overhead utility lines are easy to see but can be extremely dangerous. Underground utility lines can be tricky to see and could be buried very close to the ground's surface.
That's why RushShelby Energy wants to remind you to contact the Indiana 811 call center. This free service identifies the approximate location of buried lines on your property and prevents something bad from happening to yourself, your property or your neighborhood.
"Never assume the utility lines are buried deeper than you plan to dig," said John Herbert, Line Superintendent. "Take the time to reach out to Indiana 811 call center at least a few working days before you start planting."
Consider the Best Location
Once you know where you can plant to avoid underground utilities, then consider the best locations that are a safe distance away from overhead lines. For instance, if you're planting a small tree that won't grow larger than 25 feet tall, planting it 25 feet away from power lines should be safe. Larger trees must be planted farther from power lines.
Keeping trees away from these utility lines not only keeps you safe, but it also keeps the trees safe. Trees planted too close to underground lines can suffer root damage, and trees planted too close to overhead lines need regular pruning.
RushShelby Energy works hard to provide reliable electric service. You can help by following these simple guidelines when managing the trees on your property. Being aware of these dangers and how to avoid them can keep you, your home and the trees safe.
On the Cover
Dylan Osborne's honorable mention-winning photo graces the cover of this month's Electrawatt, capturing the sun setting peacefully over a field of crops - a perfect reminder of the beauty found in everyday moments across our communities. Dylan's entry earned him a $50 bill credit for his efforts.
Stay tuned - the winners of the 2026 Planner Photo Contest will be announced in next month's newsletter.
Three Smart Home Technologies to Help You Save Energy
Smart technologies make our home more comfortable, convenient and energy efficient. By connecting your home Wi-Fi network, smart devices automate everyday tasks like lighting, heating, cooling and home security - they can even communicate with other smart devices in the home.
While not all smart home products are specifically designed with energy savings in mind, there are several smart technologies that can help you lower home energy use. Here are the top three smart home devices to help you save.
SMART THERMOSTATS
Smart or not, your thermostat is the effective tool for controlling energy use, as heating and cooling typically account for the largest portion of energy bills. Smart thermostats allow you to adjust the indoor temperature through an app, giving you full control from anywhere on the go. Many smart thermostats include learning capabilities and will adjust the thermostat based on previous behavior and patterns.
According to the Department of Energy, smart thermostats can reduce heating and cooling bills by more than 8% annually, and with models as low as $65, they typically pay for themselves in one year.
SMART LIGHTING
Smart LED bulbs use less electricity than traditional bulbs and can be scheduled or turned off (or on) remotely through a smart phone app. Smart bulbs are available in a range of shapes, brightness levels, colors and more, so shop for the products that work best for your home lighting needs.
Many smart bulbs include motion sensors that turn on or off based on room activity, further optimizing home energy use. If you're new to smart lighting, try a home starter kit. Prices for kits range from $70 to $300+ depending on how many bulbs you need.
SMART PLUGS
Smart plugs are inexpensive gadgets that can help you save energy. Many electronic devices consume power even when they are turned off (known as "phantom load"), which can take a toll on your energy bills. Smart plugs are simply plugged into an electrical outlet and connected to your Wi-Fi network. When set up, the smart plug can cut power (or return power) to non-smart devices, like coffee makers, phone chargers and other items that draw phantom load.
Many smart plugs can be paired with popular smart hubs, like Alexa or Google Nest or controlled through the plug's associated app. Smart plugs are simple to use and a set of four can be purchased for as little as $25.
If you're looking for new ways to save energy, try these budget-friendly, convenient smart home technologies.
Energy Efficiency Tip
Replace your cooling system's filter regularly to maintain strong airflow and boost energy efficiency. A clean filter means your system doesn't have to work as hard, saving energy and lowering your utility bills. Factors like allergies and pets in the home can impact how often filters should be replaced. Check the filter every month and replace it as needed. Changing filters regularly also reduces wear and tear on your cooling system, helping extend the life of the unit. Source: energy.gov
Labrie Celebrates 10 Years
Janet Labrie, Corporate Service Manager, is celebrating 10 years this month. We sincerely appreciate her hard work, dedication and commitment to serving our membership. Congratulations, Janet, on this milestone anniversary!
Upcoming Meter Replacements
RushShelby Energy will have authorized contractors in the eastern region of RushShelby Energy territory performing meter upgrades from August-October. The affected counties are Fayette, Franklin and Eastern Rush. This project is part of our ongoing effort to provide reliable, efficient service and help to improve outage response time.
What to Expect:
• Contractors will be in white Ford Transit vans with RushShelby Energy Contractor signs on the sides
• Work may occur at any time during daylight hours
• There will be short interruptions of service during the upgrade
• You do not need to be home for the meter replacement
We will provide texting/calling to let all affected members know specific dates when crews will be in the area along with reminders on social media. Please direct any questions to our Engineering and Operations Department.
Carthage Freedom Festival
The town of Carthage is celebrating 10 years of honoring our service men and women with this year's Freedom Festival, scheduled for September 6 beginning at 10 am. Festivities include breakfast at the Community Club, arts and crafts, food vendors, a live auction hosted by Craney Auction House and lunch will be sold by the Henry Henley Public Library. The Freedom Parade kicks off at 1 pm, featuring a float decorating contest. Additional activities include a cake walk and live entertainment from 7-9 pm. Come out and enjoy a great day of community, fun and patriotism!
Mini-Member Puzzle
You know that it's never safe to mix water and electricity at home, but did you know that large amounts of flowing water can be used to create electricity? This process of generating electricity from the movement of water is called hydropower.
Read the facts below, then find and circle the blue words in the puzzle.
1. Water flowing down a river is used to spin large turbines that help create hydroelectricity.
2. When the turbines spin, a large generator spins, which creates electricity.
3. The amount of water used to generate hydropower is controlled through the use of large dams
4. Hydropower is a form of renewable energy.
