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Scholarship Winners

A random computerized drawing of 392 applicants was held July 2nd for three (3) $1,000 scholarships and twenty-four (24) $500 scholarships. Scholarships can be used for tuition, fees, campus housing, textbooks, computers, school supplies, and other costs directly related to the recipient’s education. Congratulations to our winners! $1000 Winners Isaiah Scott – Owensboro Macie Blair – Philpot Nathan Langford – Owensboro   $500 Winners Bethany Beals – Henderson Allison Greer…

OMU-Big Rivers Agreement

On Friday, June 22nd, the City Utility Commission signed an agreement with Big Rivers to purchase most of its future power. The agreement will take effect on June 1, 2020 (the Elmer Smith Station electric plant’s expected shutdown date) and run through December 31, 2026. A non-disclosure agreement was signed to keep the rates private.   For more information on the agreement and to read the full article, follow this…

Pole inspections have begun

Kenergy has contracted Alamon for routine pole inspections; so, you may see trucks in your area bearing a “Kenergy Contractor” magnet. Kenergy has poles inspected to ensure there are no hazards. Inspectors check for decay, insects, age, and any damages members may have caused. Don’t be alarmed if you see our contractors parked for a few hours and/or riding from pole to pole on an all-terrain vehicle. Inspection areas include…

PSC Reminds Kentuckians to Call 811 Before You Dig

New law takes effect in July; PSC will begin imposing penalties when natural gas pipelines are damaged by excavators who did not call to have lines marked FRANKFORT, Ky. (Apr. 19, 2018) – With the arrival of warmer weather, homeowners, contractors and others are getting outside to work on projects that have been on hold through the winter. This increase in excavation activity is usually accompanied by an increase in…

It’s Time to Upgrade to the Latest Version of your Web Browser

As cyber threats can happen anytime, we want to ensure our online payment option, My Account, is as secure as possible for our members. To do that, our payment service provider, NISC Solutions has increased their encryption security for both the web and mobile versions of My Account. What does this mean for you? Both the web and mobile My Account formats now require the latest version of your preferred web…

Cold Weather is Producing Higher Electric Bills, PSC Says

FRANKFORT, Ky. (Feb. 6, 2018) – Prolonged and severe cold in December and January has led to sharply higher electric bills for customers across Kentucky, the Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) says. Read more…

Winter weather means more energy consumption

Because weather has the single largest impact on energy bills, electric bills for December and January can be expected to jump this year. We hope this helps answer some questions you may have regarding your electric bill. Why is my bill so high? High bills are the direct result of high usage. Kenergy Member Service Reps are always happy to assist you with your billing questions, but you may consider…

Three Directors to be elected in 2018

Prior to Kenergy’s Annual Membership meeting to be held on June 12, 2018, individuals will be elected to represent Districts 2, 7 and 10. A ballot listing the qualified candidates in a contested district election will be mailed in May to each Kenergy member residing within the district. Members will also have the option to vote online. District 2, which currently is represented by Bob White, includes Union County and…

A Kenergy “Socktober” – socks for kids and families

Kenergy is asking its members and employees to bring in new pairs of socks for the needy. We anticipate a great demand for children size socks to fit infants through high school-aged children. Warm socks are appreciated as many children walk to school each day or wait in the cold for school buses. Socks for men would be great too as many work outdoors. Not only will new socks make…