CHARLOTTE, N.C. — With colder temperatures upon us, you’re probably going to be turning up that thermostat or turning on that fireplace.

The fireplaces are on, and the thermostat is up. But we all know that it can cost a pretty penny. Winter is here in North Carolina, and many will not only feel it in the air but in their pockets.

According to Energysage, people in North Carolina spend around 13 to 15 cents per kilowatt-hour. Lower than the national average, but bills are usually around $145 to $208. With the current cold snap, we are looking at the best ways to save on that bill.

“When we see colder temperatures, our heating systems are going to be working harder," Carolina Fountian, the communications manager for Duke Energy, said. "One way to save energy and money is to turn your the

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