Opinions for week ending: Sunday, July 08 2007

(7.05.07) Sticking it to utility ratepayers
RALEIGH — If state Senate Bill 3 becomes law, electric customers will be forced to pay higher rates to fund the potential development of future power facilities. The bill, which passed the Senate in near secret, would also force the production of costly renewable energy.

(7.03.07) Southport Marina redux
WILMINGTON — A war is brewing over use of the Southport Marina, and things could get ugly unless the state steps in and helps. The private company that operates the publicly owned marina is raising its price, drawing criticism from some boat owners.

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