It’s time to deck the halls, string the lights and spread some holiday cheer! Owensboro Municipal Utilities (OMU) is once again inviting the community to help make the season merry and bright with its annual Holiday Lighting Contest. Each year, Owensboro residents transform their homes and yards into festive displays of holiday spirit, bringing joy to neighbors and visitors alike. From classic white lights and colorful decorations to dazzling displays…

Owensboro Municipal Utilities (OMU) has increased internet speeds for its residential customers, providing faster connectivity while keeping monthly prices the same. The increased speeds are part of OMU’s continued efforts to provide reliable, high-quality internet service and greater value to the Owensboro community. Under the updated service levels, OMU Internet customers now have access to: OMU Internet is available citywide. The updated speeds provide customers with greater capacity for the…

September 2026 brought some of the hottest temperatures our area has experienced in recent years, resulting in higher-than-normal energy use across the OMU system. OMU’s peak energy demand for the year to date occurred at on September 3, when system load reached 185.6 megawatts (MW). The last time OMU’s city load reached this level was August 25, 2023. Higher temperatures can lead to increased electricity use as customers run air…

October is Public Power Month! This month, OMU joins more than 2,000 publicly owned utilities across the country in celebrating the benefits of public power and the local people who make it possible. As your community-owned utility, we’re proud to provide local electric, water and internet services to Owensboro and beyond. Customer Appreciation Giveaways OMU is grateful for the trust and support of our customers and we are proud to…

Owensboro Municipal Utilities (OMU) crews will conduct Fall Flush Week, the utility’s semi-annual water line flushing, beginning Monday, October 5, through Friday, October 9. Crews will work from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day, beginning in the northeast area of Owensboro and progressing southwest throughout the week. As part of the process, crews will open fire hydrants throughout the water system to flush the water lines. Why is hydrant…

Owensboro Municipal Utilities is pleased to announce the expansion of digital payment options available through the My Account Customer Portal, making it easier than ever for customers to manage and pay their utility bills. Beginning immediately, customers using the Customer Portal will be able to select from several widely used digital wallet and payment methods, offering added convenience, flexibility, and speed when making payments. New Payment Options Now Available: These…

Owensboro Municipal Utilities (OMU) will join public water providers across the nation in celebrating National Drinking Water Week, May 3–9, 2026, recognizing the importance of safe, reliable, and affordable drinking water. For more than 125 years, Owensboro Municipal Utilities has proudly provided high-quality water service not only to its customer-owners but also to water districts throughout Daviess County and surrounding areas. Safe, Reliable Water for Our Community Owensboro is fortunate…

Owensboro Municipal Utilities (OMU) Water Distribution crews will conduct their semi-annual system-wide hydrant flushing the week of April 13–17. Crews will begin in the northeast part of Owensboro and work their way toward the southwest throughout the week. Why is hydrant flushing important? Hydrant flushing is a routine but essential part of maintaining a safe, reliable water system for our community. This process helps to: Regular flushing is one of…

Spring storms can strike anytime, bringing hazardous conditions such as damaging winds, tornadoes, large hail, and flooding. Being prepared can keep you and your family safe. Safety tips to remember: Stay informed: Sign up for OMU text alerts to get timely notifications about severe weather at omu.org/text-alerts. Preparing ahead can make all the difference when severe weather strikes.

A winter storm is predicted to bring significant accumulation of snow and dangerously cold temperatures. Take time now to prepare your home for these conditions and potential outages. Keeping your home warm Using space heaters Space heaters are often used to provide additional heat smaller areas of homes. However, they can increase your heating bill and create a fire hazard. Here are some tips to use them wisely and safely:…