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MEEKER I Did your January electric bill catch you by surprise? Several factors contributed to the increase in consumers’ January electric bills.On average White River Electric noticed about a 300 kwh increase in January’s residential electric consumption. This type of dramatic increase is typically a result of cold weather. Most homes simply use more electricity in cold weather months regardless of its heat source. Space heaters, electric tape and plugged-in vehicles contribute to significant…