power bill
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Athens-Clarke County
‘A Perfect Storm’: Athenians Carry the Weight of the Energy Burden
When Moesha Tutt opened her energy bill from Walton EMC in January, the nearly-$900 balance for a mere two months shocked her and brought her to tears. The high bill was another stressor for her already-struggling family. After injuring her arm in a car wreck in October, Tutt, a…
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Environment
How To Save Money By Saving Energy As It Gets Colder
With the weather getting colder, many people will soon turn on the heating inside their homes. Changes in temperatures can also mean a change in power bills. Matt Garcia, the manager and marketing administrator for local appliance repair company Athens Appliance, advises that turning off the thermostat is never a…
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Archives
10 Ways to Keep Your Power Bill Down
By Madison Keiger As colder weather approaches, you might find yourself writing out larger checks to your power company. Here are 10 tips from Georgia Power you can use to prepare your house for chillier weather, while also keeping money in your pocket: \t Keep your thermostat at 68 degrees. \t When the sun…