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Read MoreBy Bruce Henderson Duke Energy to offer employee buyouts Duke Energy filed Friday for an overall 15 percent rate hike, its largest such request in North Carolina in at least 20 years. It’s the second of three increases Duke plans to seek as it rebuilds its aging fleet of power plants. Duke also gave notice Friday that it will soon file a rate case in South Carolina. Consumer advocates and customer groups attuned to the state’s soft economy will try to pare down Duke’s request. A hearing before the N.C. Utilities Commission is expected
Read MoreHeavy rains and water leaks can lead to mold and mildew problems at home. But what do you do when the worst happens? September is National Mold Awareness Month, and the nonprofit Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics recommends consumers be vigilant about preventing mold, dealing with it immediately after it occurs and choosing cleaning products wisely. “Mold represents a health risk, especially for the approximately 50 million people in the U.S. affected by allergies,” said Nancy Sander, president of AANMA. Bleach and other toxic cleaners used to kill mold spores are known
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