Apco: new problems found, but 750 more workers to repair them Evan Jones July 5, 2012 1 minute read Appalachian Power says new obstacles keep popping up, but 750 more repair workers are now on the job to restore service, bringing the total above 3,700. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the latest. Share: Post navigation Previous: Crisis at local food bank could come after the power returnsNext: AC repairs ahead of schedule; Roanoke Co. administration building reopens Friday Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026