June 2013
Feature Stories
The shad are jumping the rapids for real on their annual run up the Cape Fear River
It’s amazing what a week in Washington can do for North Carolina teenagers
Christian Buffaloe of Warren County is better than just about anyone his age at this form of karate
Art by Ronald Ragland
The Derby General Store and Farm Stand
Photography by Ashley Fetner
Departments
Federated Insurance rewards North Carolina co-ops’ safety record
“Caring for people” was the focus of this annual meeting
North Carolina’s electric cooperatives stay tuned to today’s technology.
Recognizing basic hazards in your trees can protect you and others from loss
Covering your pool reduces heat loss and your power bill
Children who play outside are in better shape, more creative, less aggressive and show better concentration than those who don’t
Lower humidity to lower your electric bill
Reducing moisture improves comfort and allows higher temp setting