The Wire

Energy news from Omaha Public Power District

Jodi Baker

General

Strong Heat the Streets turnout raises much-needed utility assistance funds

The 16th annual Heat the Streets Run & Walk for Warmth drew a record number of participants. The money raised will go a long way toward helping utility customers.

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Shining a light on utility assistance

National Energy Assistance Day is Feb. 1, spotlighting the need for utility assistance and the programs available to help customers get back on their feet.

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Tips

Tips to keep your holidays merry, bright and safe

Arlo Christensonn, an OPPD safety expert, shares guidance for safely using holiday lights both inside and outside of your home.

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Powerful Life

Video: Helping others at Thanksgiving

Tim Stephan lives OPPD's core value of honoring the community by providing Thanksgiving meals to Siena Francis House residents.

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OPPD earns praise for efforts to reduce emissions

Valmont Industries honors OPPD for its efforts to reduce emissions as part of the companies' joint work on a portion of OPPD's Power with Purpose project.

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Powerful Life

Helping our neighbors, one house at a time  

OPPD employees and other volunteers join Habitat for Humanity of Omaha's Rock the Block event to help make a difference for Bellevue homeowners.

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