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 retirement.
In this role, Hoge provided drafting support to all departments and maintained District maps, including substation drawings, transmission line profile sheets, switching maps, and standards.
Hoge worked closely with Nebraska Public Power District regarding joint-use drawings that are shared between the two utilities. He also worked with the City of Columbus on updating District maps with city limit changes, subdivision additions, and new address assignments.
A graduate of Columbus High School, Hoge attended Central Community College in Columbus.
He and his wife, Sue, have twin girls — Jaime Sack and Nicole Liss. They also have six grandchildren.