Apco prepares for first venture into solar power Evan Jones November 13, 2015 1 min read The utility that grew up in coal country is making its first venture into solar power. Appalachian Power says it’s part of a larger long-term plan to diversify its energy sources.WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Continue Reading Previous: High Schools Collect over 700 Coats for Rescue MissionNext: VDOT gears up for winter Related Stories 1 min read Indie Bookstore Day on Saturday features local author – and his dark fantasy novel Gene Marrano April 25, 2025 1 min read 44-mile pilgrimage celebrates bio-diversity and the diversity in our community Denise Membreno April 25, 2025 1 min read Vaccination key to preventing any measles outbreak Gene Marrano April 24, 2025