State Representative Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown) penned a letter to Ohio Governor Mike DeWine Thursday, seeking help with what she called an "ongoing crisis with SOBE Thermal LLC financial and service issues."

McNally says she is asking the governor to use his power to declare an energy emergency in Youngstown.

If the governor does declare an energy emergency it would allow immediate state intervention and expand the city's available resources, McNally said. The primary goals of state intervention would be to stabilize SOBE's system and ensure reliable heat for the community. McNally added that a long-term plan is also necessary for further oversight and accountability.

“My city has fought too hard to rebuild its downtown only to be left freezing in the dark — again. This is not just

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