Congressman says utility rate hikes don’t work for his district Ian Price February 15, 2024 1 minute read A Congressman representing Southwest Virginia says utility rate increases that are more feasible in large urban areas don’t work for his district. WFIR’s Ian Price has more. Share: Post navigation Previous: Rail Yard Dawgs head coach Dan Bremner: an extended conversationNext: Suites by TLOT! offers shelter for the homeless – motel style Related Stories Not everyone in the Roanoke Valley and southwest Virginia jumped on the American Patriot bandwagon early during the Revolution Gene Marrano June 22, 2026 Data Centers are here to stay; proponent says localities need to get on board Gene Marrano June 22, 2026 Orvis to relocate Roanoke operations, retaining 60 jobs Ian Price June 22, 2026