INDIANAPOLIS A wintry start to the week probably had many folks cranking up the heat.

Utility companies are warning customers about the higher fees that come in the winter and ways you can save on your energy bill.

Mallory Duncan, Director of Communications with AES Indiana, said it's all about educating customers and planning ahead, as we head into winter. Duncan said there are many federally funded assistance programs available to help, such as the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which provides a one-time benefit to assist with the high cost of home energy bills and prevent disconnection.

"Also, the United Way of Central Indiana, their winter assistance fund is also income qualified, and AES Indiana just made a $50,000 donation to that winter assistance fund to hel

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