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The Coshocton Tribune

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Residents asked to weigh on on AEP's transmission project in four counties

COLUMBUS − Residents, landowners and community leaders have an opportunity to help shape a major electric infrastructure project aimed at strengthening reliability and supporting future economic growth in central and eastern Ohio. American Electric Power is gathering public feedback through Oct. 28 on a proposed transmission line project spanning Fairfield, Licking, Muskingum and Coshocton counties. This will help determine the best route based on public feedback and feasibility. "The project was identified through PJM Interconnection's regional planning process and is designed to strengthen the transmission grid, increase transmission capacity and support future economic development and energy investments in Ohio," said Stephanie Eisenberg of AEP. "Without additional infrastructure, system stress could increase during high demand and raise the risk of service interruptions." Project basics The project includes upgrading approximately 50 miles of existing transmission infrastructure originally built in the 1970s with modern steel structures and constructing up to 14 miles of new transmission line to connect with the proposed West Millersport substation on Lancaster-Newark Road. More information on the substation and a proposed new substation in Conesville will be provided at a later date, as they are in early stages of development. Eisenberg said an estimated cost won't be available until

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The National Law Review

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UHY Expands in Ohio With Addition of Whalen CPAs

Farmington Hills, Mich.-based IPA 100 firm UHY (FY25 net revenue of $412.9 million) has added Dublin, Ohio-based IPA 500 firm Whalen CPAs (FY25 net revenue of $8.2 million), expanding its presence in Central Ohio. Founded in 1945, Whalen provides tax, accounting, audit and assurance, valuation and advisory services. Its clients span manufacturing, nonprofits, professional services, real estate, health care, construction and hospitality. The combination gives Whalen clients access to UHY’s national resources and industry specialists, including its wealth management practice serving family-owned businesses, entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals. “Businesses are facing increasing complexity and demand more specialized expertise from their advisors,” said Steven McCarty , chairman and CEO of UHY. “Joining UHY allows us to enhance those relationships by offering our clients access to additional resources, specialized expertise and expanded service capabilities,” said Lisa Shuneson , president and CEO of Whalen. “Equally important, it creates new opportunities for our team members to grow professionally while continuing to provide the personal attention and guidance that has always defined the Whalen experience.” The addition follows UHY’s combination with Cincinnati-based Flynn & Company last year. UHY has also expanded through combinations in New York, Texas, Iowa, Tennessee and South Carolina.