For Eric Rawlins, Pink Hard Hats are a Call to Action
Twenty years ago, Cheryl Rawlins lost a friend to breast cancer. She became more vigilant about completing self-examinations. That’s how she discovered her own cancer. “It was very traumatic for our family,” said Eric Rawlins, a South Point line servicer and Cheryl’s husband. “At the time of Cheryl’s diagnosis, we had two teenagers and a …
Saving Energy, Building Career Skills at Ross Correctional Institution
Ross Correctional Institution (RCI) may seem like any other prison. But it’s different. Located in Chillicothe, Ohio, RCI has a unique program designed to decrease the number of inmates returning to prison. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, more than half of all inmates return within three to five years. One big reason is …
AEP Ohio Helps Open Bluffton Bike Path
The Lions Way Bentley Path is now open in Bluffton. AEP Ohio was one of the many community partners who made it happen. For construction to move forward on the public works project, four of our utility poles needed to be moved. AEP Ohio also moved poles during the completion of earlier sections and will …
18 Years and Counting: Why Rich Simpson Loves Chillicothe’s Arbor Day
Arbor Day is celebrated every year on the last Friday in April. Unfortunately, COVID-19 caused the City of Chillicothe’s annual celebration to be postponed. If the event was going to happen this year – and it finally did, on Oct. 9 – there was no way Rich Simpson was going to miss it. Simpson is …
Understanding the Smart Grid
What’s a smart grid? How does it work? What does it mean for me? Electric grids help deliver power to homes and businesses across our communities and throughout the world. Today, we’re working to bring you the latest in smart technologies designed to improve how power gets to your home. Here’s what it means for …
Are Solar Panels Right for You?
Solar panels, usually mounted on your roof, convert the sun’s energy into usable electricity. Are you considering if solar is right for you and your family? There’s a lot to think about when determining if solar panels are a good option. Before you make a decision, consider some of the facts and read our helpful …
