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Steel stairs lead to the top of the Red Oak Fire Tower where there's a 14-foot square cabin with panoramic windows and a metal catwalk. There's electricity, but no water.
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PSC Orders AppCo, Black Diamond To Explore Purchase
The Black Diamond Power Company and Appalachian Power have until next week to file a schedule with the Public Service Commission of West Virginia (PSC) for a proposed purchase agreement.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsBlack Diamond Power Takeover Moves Forward
Residents of Clay, Raleigh and Wyoming counties who get their electricity from Black Diamond Power are one step closer to some relief, but it may take another three years to complete.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsPSC Offers Inflation Increase Instead Of Base Rate Raise For Electric Bills
Appalachian Power and Wheeling Power have filed a notice of their intent to ask for another base rate increase. If approved, it could happen within 18 months of the last increase.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsElectric Bills Increasing, Faster In Southern W.Va.
West Virginian's electric rates have increased less than the national average as a whole, but regional breakdowns show a costly difference.
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Mitchell Cooling Tower Project Cost May Not Be Equal On Kentucky, W.Va. Customer Bills
Kentucky Power customers will pay $3 more each month for a new cooling tower at the Mitchell plant than West Virginia customers will pay.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWayne Water Approved For Bathing But Not Drinking
The "Do Not Drink" distinction means residents of the Town of Wayne can use their city water supply for all normal purposes except for cooking and drinking.
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