How to control your energy costs when using Christmas lights Timothy Martin December 2, 2011 1 min read Christmas lights are starting to go up at homes across the Roanoke Valley. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has some cost saving measures before you plug everything in. [audio:http://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/AEP-Christmas-Lights-Wrap-1-WEB.mp3|titles=AEP Christmas Lights Wrap 1-WEB] Click here for more information. Share: Continue Reading Previous: Battle for GOP 2013 nomination for governor beginsNext: Census: fewer Roanoke area commuters go it alone Related Stories 1 min read Melrose Plaza mural project gets underway Gene Marrano May 16, 2025 1 min read Local Office on Aging warns of cuts that may impact seniors Denise Membreno May 16, 2025 1 min read Owner of Martin’s Downtown urges Roanoke City leaders to reinvest in local independent restaurants Clark Palmer May 16, 2025