Prairie begins tenure as Lower Valley Energy CEO
Lower Valley Energy’s board has appointed Bear Prairie as the cooperative’s new chief executive, selecting a seasoned utility leader to guide the co-op through a period of growth and infrastructure investment. “I can’t think of a better person to take…
SVI Radio Interview: Jim Webb & Bear Prairie, Lower Valley Energy
Jim Webb, retired CEO of Lower Valley Energy, and new CEO Bear Prairie both stepped into the SVI Radio studio on Monday, January 9 to talk about the past and future of the energy cooperative. (0:00) Joining me live in studio…
SVI Radio Interview: Craig Coles, Lower Valley Energy Natural Gas Pipeline
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Natural Gas Pipeline completed: Lower Valley Energy’s pipeline now serving Afton residents
In a significant development for the region’s energy landscape, Lower Valley Energy has officially commenced natural gas service in Afton after nearly a decade of planning and construction on the Crow Creek Pipeline. Craig Coles, the Director of Gas Operations…
Lower Valley Energy approves next CEO
The Lower Valley Energy Board of Directors has announced the selection of Bear Prairie as the next Chief Operating Officer of the cooperative. Bear will replace Jim Webb effective January 26. Webb announced his retirement in September of this year…
Lower Valley Energy installing natural gas pipeline into Star Valley
In an exclusive interview, Jim Webb, CEO of Lower Valley Energy, discussed the ambitious new natural gas pipeline project that will stretch from Montpelier to Afton. Aiming to enhance reliability and access to natural gas, this endeavor represents a significant…
SVI Radio Interview: Jon Hougland, Lower Valley Energy
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Electric rates increasing, natural gas decreasing
Customers and owners will notice a rate change in both electricity and natural gas provided by Lower Valley Energy. The cooperative has announced an increase in electricity rates and a decrease in natural gas rates. “After months of analysis…
Webb retiring, Lower Valley Energy searches for next CEO
Applications are open for the next President and CEO of Lower Valley Energy following the announcement that current CEO Jim Webb is retiring. “The Board of Directors of Lower Valley Energy in Afton, WY seeks a strategic, innovative, and…
Devin Simpson Appointed to Fred Brog’s Open District 2 LVE Board Seat
The following is a press release from Lower Valley Energy. More details will be provided in the August 20 edition of the Star Valley Independent. The Lower Valley Energy Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Devin…