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QTS Data Centers is investing $14 million in a new community resilience initiative designed to help Fayette County homeowners reduce energy bills and make their homes safer and more comfortable.The Fayet...

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible households with energy costs, including heating, cooling, and crisis assistance. You may have access to support you didn’t k...

If you are behind on an electric, gas, water or heating bill, several nonprofit organizations may be able to help. Many provide emergency grants paid directly to the utility company to prevent a shutoff....

Nearly 600,000 Alaskans are expected to receive the 2026 Permanent Fund Dividend, worth $1,200 per eligible recipient. The payment includes a $1,000 dividend and a separate $200 energy ...

Millions of California households are receiving automatic electricity bill credits in August and September 2026. The California Climate Credit is providing about $886 million in utility-bill relief, w...

If you’re worried about rising electric, gas, or water bills this summer, several states have rolled out or extended utility-benefit programs in August 2026. From debt-forgiveness plans in Californ...

Knowing when your Social Security payment arrives can help you plan for electricity, heating, water and other household bills. November brings two scheduling adjustments: one Social Security payment moves earlier beca...

With energy and utility costs rising across the U.S., millions of Social Security beneficiaries are set to receive larger monthly payments in 2025, providing much-needed relief. Thanks to...

The 2026 tax season is off to a strong start and this time, it’s good news for your wallet. Early data from the Internal Revenue Service shows that refunds are already higher than last year, giving taxpa...