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: Post navigation Previous: Battle for GOP 2013 nomination for governor beginsNext: Census: fewer Roanoke area commuters go it alone Related Stories 1 min read United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge launches Emergency Relief Fund campaign Gene Marrano November 6, 2025 1 min read Two plays open this weekend; RSO with Beethoven at Jeff Center, artist receptions and the Blue Ridge Potter’s Guild show and sale Gene Marrano November 5, 2025 1 min read Narrow 2023 loss turns into victory for Lily Franklin in Virginia’s 41st District Web Staff November 5, 2025