UPDATED: Appalachian Power wants 9.6% rate increase Timothy Martin April 1, 2011 1 minute read Appalachian Power has filed a request with the State Corporation Commission to raise rates by 9.6% starting in 2012. News/Talk 960’s Timothy Martin reports. [audio:https://wfirnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Appalachian-Hike-Wrap-2-WEB.mp3|titles=Appalachian Hike Wrap 2-WEB] Click here to read the full release from Appalachian Power. Share: Post navigation Previous: Revenge is apparent motive for January murderNext: Easley abduction charge to grand jury today; no word if other charges to be considered Related Stories Familiar voice returns to Salem RidgeYaks broadcast booth for 2026 season Web Staff January 30, 2026 0 Carilion Children’s trauma nurse urges safety first approach for those breaking out the Flexible Flyers this week Gene Marrano January 29, 2026 0 Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Multistate Coalition Condemning DOJ Threats Against Minnesota Clark Palmer January 29, 2026 0