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Carolina Life

Stories of life in North Carolina

Protecting Nature and Yourself

Prepare, preserve and respect nature while exploring NC’s outdoors

Staples of the Community

Dozens of NC diners have kept the griddle hot for more than 50 years

Little Girl Lost, Found

Four County member tells a story about a lost girl she helped reunite with her mother.

My Grandma

EnergyUnited member reflects on her relationship with her grandmother.

Finding Renewal on the Water

NC nonprofit connects wounded veterans to fishing

All About Ava

The Ava Gardner Museum and Festival captures classic Hollywood

How to Plan a Perfect Beach Weekend

Tips and tricks for unwinding along the Crystal Coast

Looking Out for Each Other

Union Power member talks about her relationship with her mother

Brian Lewis, aka JEKS

This Greensboro graffiti artist creates amazingly realistic murals

What Was Your Favorite Halloween Costume?

Trick-or-treat with stories submitted by our readers.

Power Through Partnerships

Ripe for Revival helps provide NC communities reliable access to fresh produce

Secrets by the Sea

A special mailbox draws kindred spirits to Bird Island

We Didn’t Need Tickets to Enjoy the Show

Surry-Yadkin Electric member reflects on a trip to the Grand Ole Opry