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 …
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 …
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 …
For over a century, New Lexington’s Newlon Tire has rolled with the changes in the tire industry. The business has quite a legacy, dating back to 1914 with its founder Pearly Newlon. It has celebrated success as one of the most prominent in the eastern U.S. tire industry, led by Fay and Joy Newlon. The …
September is National Preparedness Month. This observance recognizes the importance of family and community disaster planning. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought home the need for readiness. Stay ahead of the curve – follow these steps and build your disaster plan today. Outline Your Guide Create a detailed plan of action that outlines your step-by-step approach …
Times are tough, and the Sandusky Food Pantry is one of the organizations providing direct relief to those in need. AEP Ohio is proud to lend a hand and, together with the AEP Foundation, is donating $3,000 to help feed families in Sandusky County. The food pantry serves approximately 700 households with 14,000 meals per …
