While the House of Representatives has understandably been quiet during the government shutdown, not everyone has been idle.

The Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas marked the start of construction this week on a new 84,700 square-foot warehouse and distribution facility.

In states with deregulated energy markets, some households may qualify for no-deposit or prepaid electricity plans. Though no-deposit doesn't always mean cheaper. Sam Becker is a freelance writer ...

The new structure shifts peak rates later in the evening. Currently, the peak rates stretch from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on ...