The full story behind your utility bill: Why some Memphis homes cost more to heat and cool

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and April Steele, City of Memphis i-team "My friend told me I'm setting my thermostat too low, but I’m like, ‘How else are we supposed to get it cool in here?’ I just have to deal with the bill

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