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In This Issue

On the Water

Feature Story

Maintaining Momentum for Rural NC

Gov. Josh Stein is building on a career of serving the underserved

Up Front (Viewpoints)

The Strength of Our Cooperative Network

NC electric co-ops use collective strength to ensure reliable, affordable power to their communities

Your Power

NC Electric Cooperative’s CEO Joe Brannan Retires

Brannan reflects on 20 years of service

Your Power

Electric Co-ops Highlight Energy Innovation at State Energy Conference

NC co-ops demonstrate forward-thinking energy solutions at the State Energy Conference

2026 Carolina’s Finest Awards

Voting for this year’s Carolina’s Finest Awards is open until August 15th.

Tip Of The Month

The Smart Summer Upgrade

How smart thermostats save energy while keeping your home comfortable

Tip Of The Month

Seal the Leaks

Keep cool air in and energy bills down

Your Power

NC Electric Co-ops to Power Guatemalan Village

NC co-ops to bring electricity to a Guatemalan village through the Brighter World Initiative

Tip Of The Month

Set Your Ceiling Fan For the Season

A quick adjustment can improve comfort and reduce energy use

I Remember

My ‘Other Half’

When I wasn’t ruining his birthday fun by sitting on his toy car, we got along very well and made up our own games,…

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