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Georgia Power has been granted an increase in what’s called the fuel cost recovery rate. But it’s not quite as high as the company had wanted.

Georgia Power has been granted an increase in what’s called the fuel cost recovery rate. But it’s not quite as high as the company had wanted.
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March 11, 2010
Georgia Power has been granted an increase in what’s called the fuel cost recovery rate. But it’s not quite as high as the company had wanted.
Savannah realtor Linda Sanchez says after storing belongings for six months, she opened the storage container to find mold and mildew on much of her contents. She says the owners of the storage company promised to pay for damages that day but have now gone back on their word. The company says it tested the container and found no damage.
Another hearing today after a week of harrowing stories from Toyota drivers. Brooke Hart reports.
March 10, 2010
Government to warn on baby slings because of deaths.
March 09, 2010
Many locals have been flocking to a roadshow that is buying “treasures” like antiques, paintings and perhaps most especially gold items. A local jeweler offers some advice about what you need to know.
March 05, 2010
During President Obama’s visit to Savannah, he announced a new program… Home Star. Of course, congressional approval is necessary and that will take a while.
In the meantime News Three’s Alice Massimi headed over to home depot to find some low cost and easy ways to make your home energy efficient.
March 04, 2010
Ingredient used in many processed foods recalled
March 03, 2010
Can buying insulation or energy efficient windows help stimulate job growth? Find out more about Home Star
February 25, 2010
The letter outlines Delta’s plan to offer discounted fares for up to four months.
February 23, 2010
Federal Trade Commission warns that some “free” credit report offers actually cost money. It says the new Credit CARD Act requires more disclosure to make sure consumers understand what they’re getting.
February 22, 2010
Consumer group says new credit card protections are a good start but that we still need a “consumer cop” on the beat.
February 19, 2010
Georiga Power says it will temporarily suspend deposits tacked onto a customers accounts that make late payments. The 150 dollar deposits will be suspended for three months. Georgia Power says colder than normal weather in January is now producing high electric bills for many customers and it recognizes that the desposit places an additional burden on customers
February 18, 2010
The new credit card reform law takes effect Monday. But that hasn’t stopped one major card holder from instituting an annual fee charge of 60 dollars. Could your card holder be next?
February 16, 2010
The Internal Revenue Service will provide free assistance to those needing help in preparing their taxes. In Savannah, it will be from 9 to 2 on Saturday, February 20
February 09, 2010
Honda adds 17,000 cars to global air bag recall
The main provisions of the new CARD Act go into effect later this month. Your card company has to give you more notice of rate hikes and must stop using certain types of billing that led to higher interest charges.
February 01, 2010
A Savannah area Toyota dealer reacted Monday to word that the auto maker has a “fix” for a reported sudden acceleration problem.
January 29, 2010
Toyota says it is sending updated gas pedal systems to factories, after millions of vehicles have been recalled
January 27, 2010
Local Toyota dealers and many across the country are being told “no sale” when it comes to eight models. That’s following a recall from the major auto maker Sales of the popular models are being prevented and production is being halted in North American while Toyota workers to fix a reported accelerator problem.
January 26, 2010
Savannah woman calls News 3, after receiving a gas bill for over $1,250. She says it’s an estimated bill based on past usage by the former tenants at the home where she lives now.
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