Loup Power District has honored Matt Swackhamer for 25 years of service to Loup Power District. Swackhamer joined Loup in 2001 as IT Manager at the Columbus General Office and continues in that position today. His responsibilities include managing the District’s computers and communications systems. Swackhamer is a graduate of Bad Axe High School in[Read More]
Loup Delivers County Tax Payments
Loup Power District recently delivered inside revenue payments and the second half of the in-lieu-of-tax payments to the counties it serves. This is a benefit of being served by a locally controlled, not-for-profit utility. Like other businesses, Loup Power District pays sales tax, gasoline taxes, motor vehicle license fees, and permit fees. The in-lieu-of-tax payments[Read More]
Loup Power District honored with national award for outstanding safety practices
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Loup Power District has earned the American Public Power Association’s Safety Award of Excellence for safe operating practices in 2025. The utility earned a Gold award in the category for utilities with 110,000 to 249,999 worker-hours of exposure. “Loup Power District is proud of our safety culture,” said Korey Hobza, President/CEO. “This award[Read More]
Easter
Tree trimming ensures reliable & affordable power
One of the things we love best about our communites is the many trees that offer beauty, shade and habitat for birds and other wildlife. Our community members also love having reliable power. At Loup, we must balance nature and power by keeping power lines clear in rights of way (ROW). A right of way[Read More]
Boamah Joins Loup Power District
Richard Boamah has joined Loup Power District as IT Security Coordinator. Boamah is responsible for the promotion of security awareness programs at Loup. He will also implement solutions to enhance the District’s cybersecurity. Boamah is a graduate of Prempeh College in Kumasi, Ghana. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Wayne State[Read More]
Power Up Your Lawn Care with Electric Equipment
While electric lawn tools aren’t new, advancements in technology and more options mean prices have become more competitive.
Miller Promoted to Supervisor of Safety & Training
Tony Miller has been promoted to Supervisor of Safety and Training at Loup Power District. In his new role, Miller is responsible for all safety concerns and training throughout the District. He also co-chairs Loup’s Wellness Program. Miller joined Loup Power District as a Plant Operator at the Columbus Powerhouse in 2022. Miller is a[Read More]
Community Memberships
Loup Power District renews memberships
Loup Power District renewed its membership in Community Clubs and Chambers of Commerce in towns throughout its service area. Checks totaling $34,736 were presented to communities in Boone, Colfax, Nance, Platte, and Madison counties. Payment amounts are based on the 2025 gross revenues in each community. “Membership renewal demonstrates Loup Power District’s commitment to community[Read More]