Tennessee residents could soon be digging deeper into their pockets after Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) proposed a series of rate hikes that could leave households facing higher gas and water bills. With many families already struggling to make ends meet, the prospect of paying even more for everyday essentials has sparked frustration among locals. The proposed increases would begin in 2027 and be phased in over three years, although they have yet to be approved.
Under the new proposal, gas rates would rise by 11% annually from 2027 through 2029, while water rates would increase by 13% in the first year, followed by two consecutive 16% hikes. For Memphis households, that means the financial pressure wouldn’t come all at once, but could build year over year as families adjust their budgets to accommodate the rising costs…