Drivers veer off the road and run into a power pole. Farmers sometimes make contact with a power line while driving tractors or other machinery. Dump or feed truck drivers raise or lower their bed and snag a power line. We all think it will never happen to us, but it can. And knowing what[Read More]
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The cow-eating sea monster of Lake Babcock
What happened to the mysterious Monster of Lake Babcock spotted in 1939?
Community Builders Tour of Howells
Community Builders tours in Howells included Maple Creek Seeds, the Howells Historical Museum, the Howells Ballroom, and Eighty8 Bar & Grill
Headworks repairs nearing completion 5 years after storm
In 2019, Winter Storm Ulmer caused devastation at the Genoa Headworks. Five years and 51,500 working hours later, the repair is nearing completion.
‘We were in awe’
A look back at the 2019 storm that caused extensive damage to the Genoa Headworks. Learn how employees, Preferred Sands, and the National Guard came together to repair the damage.
EnergyWise + tax credits = affordable upgrades
Tax credits for home energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy systems can make energy improvements more affordable than ever, while adding value, comfort, and efficiency to your home.
OMS improves response time
A new outage mapping system is improving Loup’s response time and efficiency. Customers can also view the map to verify an outage.
Behind the Scenes: Restoring a Power Outage
“How long is it going to take?” Those are familiar words to all who work in the electric industry. It’s the first question people have when the lights go out. And it doesn’t take long to realize how dependent we are on electricity. But what does it take to get those lights back on? Why[Read More]
Heat Your Space Safely & Efficiently
Small space heaters are meant to do exactly as their name says: heat a small space. But it is important to realize that they can affect your energy bills and safety if used improperly.
Retiree Profile: Jim Jakub serves fellow veterans
im Jakub served in the Vietnam War. More than 50 years later, he has no Jakub lead his squad for a year and then served seven years in the Army Reserve. More than 50 years later, he has no regrets about his nine-year military career.“I’m very proud of my service,” he said. “I would do it again.”