FERC Approves MARA Long Ridge Gas Plant Deal
Federal regulators cleared MARA Holdings' acquisition of Ohio's 505-megawatt Long Ridge natural gas plant, a move tied to the company's power-generation expansion.
Ohio Utilities News
In Ohio, utilities news means rate adjustments, infrastructure development, regulatory oversight and grid reliability. This page covers electricity, gas, water and communication services across the state.
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November 4, 2026
Ohio Regulators Keep SOBE Rate Hikes Without End DateThe Public Utilities Commission of Ohio rejected requests from Youngstown and consumer advocates to set a timeline for ending SOBE's temporary rate increases.
October 31, 2026
Ohio Winter Crisis Program to Open November 1The state utility assistance initiative begins accepting applications for residents facing heating bill emergencies.
October 30, 2026
Ohio Voters List Top Financial and Utility ConcernsA late September 2026 survey highlights significant concerns regarding rising living costs, healthcare, and utility infrastructure.
October 28, 2026
House Majority PAC Ad Attacks Derek Merrin on HB 6Fact checkers identified three false claims in a political ad linking candidate Derek Merrin to a bribery scandal.
October 24, 2026
Ohio Supreme Court Clarifies Class Certification AnalysisThe state's highest court affirms a trial court correctly evaluated seven legal requirements in a ratepayer lawsuit.
October 16, 2026
Ohio Issues 2026-27 Special Reconnect OrderThe state utility commission provides winter protection for Columbia Gas customers to maintain or restore heating services.
October 15, 2026
Ohio Regulator Investigates CleanChoice Energy ComplaintThe state utility commission is reviewing a consumer complaint filed by a Monroe resident regarding an electricity plan.
October 14, 2026
Senator Husted Hosted Permitting Reform RoundtableThe Ohio meeting focused on federal infrastructure legislation aimed at accelerating power project approvals.
October 13, 2026
Brown and Husted Released Conflicting Political AdsThe advertisements highlight disputed claims involving FirstEnergy and the candidates' long-standing political records.
October 12, 2026
Ohio Lawmakers Introduced Power Outage Credit BillNew legislation mandates utility compensation for customers who experience extended power outages lasting over 16 hours.
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This section follows rate increase requests, utility-led infrastructure projects, renewable energy transitions and water system management. Reporting spans from the capital to the rural counties where connectivity and service delivery remain constant priorities. Regulation of service territory boundaries and the integration of new power sources are central to how the state grid functions. Weather events and demand spikes recurrently test the capacity of these networks across the state.