SCAM ALERT: Callers claiming to be from Appalachian Power using scare tactics to get cash Timothy Martin June 6, 2013 1 min read A new phone scam targeting Appalachian Power customers is making the rounds across Virginia. WFIR’s Timothy Martin has more. Click here for more information. About the Author Timothy Martin View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Truck that killed worker on 81 also hit victim’s company truckNext: From a fight for life to Frosted Flakes boxes: Cave Spring student’s photo and story Related Stories 1 min read GoFest turns 15 this weekend in downtown Roanoke and at Explore Park Gene Marrano October 13, 2025 1 min read Tensions rise in Virginia governor’s race as Earle-Sears, Spanberger debate LGBTQ+ issues Web Staff October 13, 2025 2 min read I-81 shooting incident in Botetourt County under investigation Web Staff October 10, 2025