Ed, I have an aunt and a great-aunt, ages 75 and 95, who have been without electricity since September 2008. There is also an 8-year-old child in that house. They can’t seem to get any help. My aunt wants to go see the governor. But I don’t think that will do any good. Is there anyone out there who can help these two ladies? They have not received their homestead rebate or their stimulus checks either.

Powerless

That is a travesty. Call back and leave your number this time and we’ll get you some help. —Ed. Note