Jim Hoge of Columbus has retired from Loup Power District after more than 43 years of service. Hoge began his career at Loup in 1982 as a part-time Draftsman in the Engineering Department at the Columbus General Office. He was promoted to full-time Drafting Technician in 1986 and he continued in that position until his[Read More]
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Gasper Retires from Loup
Columbus Division Superintendent Dale Gasper has retired from Loup Power District after nearly 40 years of service. Gasper joined Loup in 1986 as an Apprentice Line Technician in Humphrey and was promoted to Line Technician later that year. He transferred to the Columbus Service Center in 1989 and was promoted to Journey Line Technician the[Read More]
Tworek Promoted to Dredge Lead
Bryan Tworek has been promoted to Dredge Lead at Loup Power District. In his new role, Tworek will oversee the operation and maintenance of the District’s dredge at the Genoa Headworks. The dredge vacuums sand from the settling basin at the Headworks. Tworek joined Loup Power District in 2012 as Maintenance Technician at the Genoa[Read More]
Hash Joins Loup Power District
Kenneth Hash has joined Loup Power District as Accountant/Collector. In his new role, Hash is responsible for customer service functions and collection of delinquent accounts. He will also help with accounting, balancing bank accounts, and preparing state sales use and tax returns. Hash is a graduate of Columbus Public High School. He earned an associate’s[Read More]
Klaahsen Promoted to Crew Leader
Loup Power District has promoted Tyler Klaahsen to Crew Leader at the Columbus Service Center. In his new role, Klaahsen oversees the line crew that is responsible for construction and maintenance of Loup’s electrical transmission and distribution system in the Columbus Division. Klaahsen joined Loup in 2008 as an Apprentice Line Technician at the Humphrey[Read More]
Brabec Promoted to Columbus Division Superintendent
Loup Power District has promoted Mike Brabec to Columbus Division Superintendent. In his new role, Brabec oversees the construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric system in the Columbus Division, including Columbus, Duncan, Platte Center, and Richland. He supervises the Columbus line and service crews, works with local contractors, and handles customer contacts regarding new[Read More]
President/CEO Neal Suess Retires
Neal Suess has retired from Loup Power District after more than 20 years as President/CEO. During his 20 years at the helm, Suess was involved in many milestone events at Loup. They include the generating unit renovation at the Columbus and Monroe Powerhouses in 2007, electrical expansion construction at ADM Corn Processors east of Columbus,[Read More]
Jones Retires After More than 16 Years
Michael Jones has retired from Loup Power District after more than 16 years. Jones joined Loup in 2009 as Computer Support Specialist at the Columbus General Office. In 2024, he was promoted to Accountant Collector. In his first role at Loup, Jones’ duties included installing, maintaining, and repairing the computers, software, and communications systems. As[Read More]
Loup Board Approves Retail RateChange for 2026
The Loup Power District Board of Directors approved a 7.28% retail rate increase at its December meeting. The increase comes amid increasing wholesale power costs, material price increases, and supply chain issues. “Even with the retail rate increase, Loup’s retail rates remain among the lowest in Nebraska and the nation,” said Board Chairman Jim Donoghue.[Read More]
Wallace joins Loup Power District
Michael Wallace has joined Loup Power District as Vice President of Engineering. In his new role, Wallace provides leadership for the planning, design, maintenance, and construction of the transmission, distribution, and generation systems at Loup Power District. He also has supervisory responsibility for Engineering and Meter/Maintenance personnel as well as building and structures maintenance. Wallace[Read More]