Damon Rhynalds has joined Loup Power District as a Columbus plant operator. In his new role, Rhynalds monitors and controls the three generation units at the Columbus Powerhouse and remotely controls the Monroe Powerhouse. He also works closely with the Genoa Headworks to divert Loup River water into the District canal system. Rhynalds is a[Read More]
Dan Hellbusch marks 40 years of service
Loup Power District has recognized Vice President of Operations Dan Hellbusch for 40 years of service. Hellbusch joined Loup in 1986 as an apprentice line technician at the Columbus Service Center. Later that year he was promoted to line technician. He was named St. Edward local superintendent in 1989. In 1994, Hellbusch was promoted to[Read More]
Tom Wood Marks 35 Years of Service
Tom Wood was recently recognized for 35 years of service to Loup Power District. Wood joined Loup in 1991 as an apprentice line technician at Fullerton. He was promoted to line technician in 1993 and to journey line technician in 1997. In 2005, Wood was promoted to crew leader. Division. In this role, Wood oversees[Read More]
Noyd Promoted to Electrical/Mechanical Technician
Loup Power District has promoted Joe Noyd to electrical/mechanical technician. In his new role, Noyd will maintain and repair equipment at the Columbus and Monroe Powerhouses. Noyd joined Loup in 2013 as a plant pperator at the Columbus Powerhouse. He was named powerhouse maintenance technician in 2020. Noyd is a graduate of Schuyler Central High[Read More]
Clean, Drain, Dry to prevent invasive species spread
Aquatic invasive species pose an ongoing threat to native species, the economy, recreation, and human health and safely.
Clean, Drain, Dry
Loup delivers quarterly lease payments
Loup Power District recently delivered lease payments totaling more than $1.7 million to area communities. Each of the communities owns their electric distribution systems. These payments compensate them for the use of those systems for the first quarter of 2026. Communities use the funds for a variety of public projects. The payments were: Columbus — $1,270,997.54Platte[Read More]
Memorial Day
Electrical safety tips for RV camping
Camping is a favorite summer activity for many families. As you head to the campground this summer, Loup Power District wants to share a few important electrical safety tips.
