It's the only store for dozens of miles. PG&E's latest rate hikes could put it out of business
High electric bills consumed 65% of a rural grocery store’s profit last year. Owners say they may close the store because of PG&E rate hikes.
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High electric bills consumed 65% of a rural grocery store’s profit last year. Owners say they may close the store because of PG&E rate hikes.
Twelve years ago, when Tammy and Tim Babcock saw businesses closing in rural northeast California and families moving to bigger cities, they purchased the Big Valley Market in Bieber, with the hope of revitalizing the dying town.
BY JUSTO ROBLES | CalMatters Twelve years ago, when Tammy and Tim Babcock saw businesses closing in rural northeast California and families moving to bigger…
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