Appalachian Power adds more wind-generated power sources Evan Jones June 3, 2016 1 minute read Wind generation is hardly about to replace coal as a major source of electrical power in our region, but Appalachian Power plans on giving it a greater role in the years ahead. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Sidewalk Art Show is also a fundraiser for the Taubman MuseumNext: Registration open for Roanoke Entrepreneur Express Workshop Related Stories AG Jones makes stop in Roanoke for a discussion on public safety, reducing gun violence Gene Marrano August 10, 2026 DMV unveils Don’t Drive High campaign through Labor Day weekend Gene Marrano August 10, 2026 Virginia on the List of States Proposed by DNC for Early Democratic Primary Voting in 2028 Emma Thomas August 10, 2026