Category: News
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Southern Star recognized for safety commitment at 2026 AGA Operations Conference
Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. received the 2025 Vehicular Safety Achievement Award and Accident Prevention Certificate at the 2026 American Gas Association (AGA) Operations Conference in April. The Vehicular Safety Award recognizes companies with the lowest motor vehicle accident rates within their industry segments. Southern Star was the sole transmission company to receive this…
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Southern Star receives Owensboro Living Community Impact recognition
Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. was recently recognized with the 2026 Community Impact Award at Owensboro Living’s Best of Owensboro celebration. This award was voted on by local Owensboro, KY, area residents, highlighting the local business or organization for their impact and focus on giving back to the community. This recognition is a testament to Southern Star’s Owensboro team members who have continued to support local initiatives,…
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Update: Pipeline strike contained in Joplin, MO
Joplin, MO – Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. reports that the natural gas release resulting from a line strike has been contained. The situation is secure, and there are no safety concerns for the public. Previously closed roadways have reopened, power has been restored, and operations have resumed. Southern Star appreciates the prompt response…
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Southern Star responding to pipeline strike in Joplin, MO
Joplin, MO – Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc. – Southern Star is currently responding to a line strike that occurred Thursday afternoon, April 16, in the 6300 block of S Rangeline Road in Joplin, Missouri. Southern Star immediately activated its emergency response plan and is currently investigating the event. There are no reported injuries.…
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Charles Crews recognized with 2026 BEYA President’s Award
Congratulations to Charles Crews, Executive Vice President & Chief Operations Officer, on being recognized with the 2026 BEYA (Becoming Everything You Are) President’s Award at the 40th annual BEYA STEM Conference in Baltimore, MD on February 14, 2026. The President’s Award is the highest honor bestowed by BEYA and is a testament to Crews’ extraordinary…
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Dream Riders of Kentucky welcomes two new horses through support from Southern Star Cares grant
(Owensboro, KY – Dream Riders of Kentucky, Inc. and Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline, Inc.) – Dream Riders of Kentucky and Southern Star Cares are excited to announce the arrival of two new horses, Star and Tater Tot, to the Dream Riders family. In December 2025, Dream Riders was awarded a $13,416 grant through the Southern…
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Southern Star Cares announces 2025 grant recipients
Southern Star Cares is excited to announce the 2025 grant recipients for field locations. More than $235,000 was awarded to support 47 nonprofit organizations in Kentucky, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Wyoming! Check out the table below for a breakdown of this year’s grant recipients. Click here to view photos of this year’s winners! Kansas…
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Southern Star Cares announces 2025 Owensboro grant finalists
Southern Star Cares is excited to announce the finalists for the 2025 grant program. Congratulations to the following organizations for advancing to the final stage! Tier 1 – $2,500 – $10,000 Church Alive University of Louisville Foundation (Dental Clinic)Cliff Hagan Boys & Girls Club Tier 2 – $10,001 – $39,999 HL Neblett Community Center Dream Riders Knottsville Fire Department Tier 3…
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Southern Star and team member, Ricardo Torres, recognized at 2025 Ally GRIT Awards
Southern Star was recognized with two awards at the 2025 Ally GRIT Awards in Houston, TX, last week. The GRIT awards celebrate individuals and organizations who exemplify growth, resilience, innovation and talent in the energy industry. Ricardo Torres, Senior Operator in Wichita, KS, was honored with a Professional Award at the GRIT Awards ceremony. Torres demonstrated GRIT (growth, resilience, innovation and talent),…