UPDATED: Appalachian Power wants 9.6% rate increase Timothy Martin April 1, 2011 1 minute read Appalachian Power has filed a request with the State Corporation Commission to raise rates by 9.6% starting in 2012. News/Talk 960’s Timothy Martin reports. [audio:https://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Appalachian-Hike-Wrap-2-WEB.mp3|titles=Appalachian Hike Wrap 2-WEB] Click here to read the full release from Appalachian Power. Share: Post navigation Previous: Revenge is apparent motive for January murderNext: Easley abduction charge to grand jury today; no word if other charges to be considered Related Stories Virginia Western’s new NC3 Leadership School designation means certificate programs with national recognition Gene Marrano July 2, 2026 A Local Wealth Management Firm has Achieved National Recognition Emma Thomas July 2, 2026 As Roanoke Arts Commission crafts “Plan 26,” they ask residents to weigh in via an arts and culture survey online Gene Marrano July 1, 2026