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 Congressman Ben Cline on redistricting, DHS funding, the SAVE Act and the upcoming State of the Union address Gene Marrano February 20, 2026 0 “A well-respected gentleman”: VT grounds coordinator reflects on the legacy of Wes Worsham Web Staff February 20, 2026 0 Digital campaign on a “modest” budget leads VBR to record numbers during Fall/Holiday marketing blitz Gene Marrano February 20, 2026 0