Superior Utility Seeks Rate Hikes After Explosion, Why Do People Avoid The Flu Shot?

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Woman getting flu shot
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Expecting to see loss of income after the Husky Energy fires in April, one Superior utility company is looking to raise rates for electricity, water and gas. We delve into the proposal. We also learn about a new program that offers treatment rather than jail sentencing for drug-related offenses. And why are some people still skeptical of getting flu shots?

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    A Superior utility company wants to raise rates for electricity, water and gas, with the projected loss of income from the Husky Energy fires in April factoring into that request. Meanwhile, some residents are pushing back, saying rates are already high. We talk to a WPR News reporter about the back-and-forth on this potential increase. We also get the latest on a new program that offers treatment rather than a jail sentence for drug-related offenses.

  • Why Are People Still Not Getting Their Flu Shots?

    We’re often bombarded with messages about why we should get our flu shots, and they all make sense…so, what’s holding some of us back? A doctor joins us to discuss the flu shot and all the nuanced feelings we have about them.

Episode Credits

  • John Munson Host
  • Breann Schossow Producer
  • Laura Pavin Producer
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Danielle Kaeding Guest
  • Dr. James Conway Guest