FIRSTENERGY CORP 8-K

What Happened

• FirstEnergy Corp. (FE) announced on February 12, 2026 (8-K filing) that board member Melvin Williams informed the company on February 8, 2026 that he will not stand for re-election when his current term expires at the Company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. The notice states his decision was not due to any disagreement with the company regarding its operations, policies, or practices.

Key Details

• Director: Melvin Williams.
• Notice provided: February 8, 2026; 8-K filed: February 12, 2026.
• Effect: Williams will not stand for re-election after his current term ends at the 2026 Annual Meeting.
• Company statement: Decision not linked to any disagreement with Company operations, policies, or practices.

Why It Matters

• Changes to the board affect corporate governance and who helps set company strategy; investors should note an upcoming open board seat to be filled through the annual meeting process.
• The filing signals an orderly departure (no disagreement reported), which is generally less likely to raise immediate governance concerns than a resignation tied to disputes. The company did not announce a replacement in this 8-K.