How to control your energy costs when using Christmas lights Timothy Martin December 2, 2011 1 minute 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: Post navigation Previous: Battle for GOP 2013 nomination for governor beginsNext: Census: fewer Roanoke area commuters go it alone Related Stories Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026