The magazine of North Carolina's electric cooperatives

Electric Co-ops are Paving Pathways to Progress

NC electric co-ops are working with local communities to foster economic growth

Carolina Kitchen

Spinach Artichoke Spread

Crispy Ranch Garlic Toast

Menia’s Chocolate Pie

With dill pickles

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Carolina People

A Dream Come True

‘Kidpreneur’ Maya matches jewelry for children and dolls

Moving Forward Through Farming

Agriculture is empowering Black youth at Sankofa Farms

Fresh Produce, Delivered

Will Kornegay is closing the gap between food excess and access

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Your Energy

Shut the Door on Wasted Energy

Save Energy Year-Round!

With regular equipment maintenance

What the Watt?

Know the difference between lumens and watts

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Carolina Adventures

Steaks & Spirits at The Country Squire Inn

This Duplin County restaurant is a local haunt in more ways than one

EV Adventure: Plugging In to the Piedmont

Travel with ease thanks to NC electric co-ops’ vehicle charging network

Two Spots for Deep-Space Stargazing

NC Dark Sky Parks offer views of outer space

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