Roanoke County police have identified 35 year old Michael Henritze Jr. as the man found dead with gunshot wounds in a Bonsack area residence. The death is being investigated as a homicide, and no arrests have been made. The Roaanoke Times reports that Henritze's family has been notified, and anyone with information is asked to contact Roanoke County detectives.
Heating bills are on the rise this winter, with the average household expected to spend more this year then they did last winter. NBC News reports that the average house hold is going to spend $900 on heating, up nearly 9% from last year. Data shows that 1 in 6 households are behind on utility bills, with a total amount owed of around $21 billion. Programs to assist with high costs are struggling, and experts recommend lowering your house temperature and turning down the heat on your water heater to save money.
