LINCOLN, Neb. (Feb. 19, 2026) — Lincoln Electric System announced today that it will permanently close its customer lobby at the Walter A. Canney Service Center, located at 2620 Fairfield St., by July 31, 2026.
The decision follows internal staff analysis and review by LES senior leadership, including a comprehensive assessment conducted by an independent third party. The assessment identified several security vulnerabilities in the customer lobby that pose risks to both employees and visitors...
LINCOLN, Neb. (June 9, 2026) — Lincoln Electric System completed a successful revenue and refunding bond sale June 2, positioning the utility to support continued system investments while maintaining long-term financial stability.
The Series 2026 bond issue totaled $299,975,000 and included maturities from 2027 through 2048. The bonds were offered first to retail investors, reinforcing LES’ commitment to providing local investment opportunities.
Strong demand for the bonds, supported by LES’ AA credit ratings from Fitch...
Every time the lights come on, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes to make it feel effortless. At LES, that dependability is powered by a deep commitment to safety — one that recently earned national recognition. The American Public Power Association awarded LES the Safety Award of Excellence for 2025, recognizing us with the Diamond Award, the highest honor in our category.
Among more than 240 public power utilities across the country, LES stood...
LES turned 60 years old on Feb. 1, 2026. As we celebrate six decades of powering our community, we're also celebrating 60 years of putting safety first.
Safety has always been more than a policy at LES — it's a part of our identity. It's a promise we make to each other and to the customers who rely on us every day. This year, as we recognize our 60th anniversary and observe National Electrical Safety...
LINCOLN, Neb. (April 30, 2026) — Lincoln Electric System invites customers and community members to attend a public meeting to learn more about the results of its Value of Solar study and how customer-owned solar energy benefits the electric system.
The public meeting will be held Tuesday, May 5, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Kevin Wailes Operations Center, 9445 Rokeby Rd. LES staff will present an overview of the study, explain how the...