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January 2018

This Month’s Issue: Carolina Country Scenes

We always get great feedback from our readers, including recipes, memories from days gone by and story suggestions. We also receive some amazing photos through our annual photo contest, which we’re proud to showcase this month. And for budding photographers or those of you who want to hone your skills, we have smartphone photo tips from an expert.

— Scott Gates, editor

More Power

More Power

An Encyclopedia of Modern Electricity

A new report provides a clear overview of our ever-evolving power grid

More Power

CCEC’s Conrad Retires After 38 Years of Service to Co-ops

Jake Joplin named CEO and general manager

Carolina Living

Carolina Living

Take Back Your Garage

Five hacks to tame, maximize space

Carolina Living

Eco-friendly Living

Three ways to bring sustainability into your home

Carolina Living

Mad for Maple

Discover the versatility of this all-natural sweetener

Carolina Living

Be Fire Savvy

Reduce risk of injury with these steps

More from this issue

On The House

Clothes Dryers: Use Only as Intended

Venting dryers indoors is no longer considered a safe option

Energy Sense

How Smart Should Your Thermostat Be?

What to consider before replacing your thermostat

Carolina People

NC Author is an Advocate for our State Dog

Libby Bagby has a passion for Plott hounds

Carolina Music

“The Plow”

by Martha Bassett

Viewpoints

Resiliency: Rural North Carolina’s Greatest Asset

NC’s rural communities are ready to address the issues facing them today

Carolina Adventures

Celebrate 50 Years of Skiing with Beech Mountain Resort

Alpine adventure abounds in the NC mountains

Apps & Add-ons for Smartphone Photography

Camera apps, lenses, and tripods

How to Get the Perfect Shot with Your Smartphone

The best camera is the one you have with you

Smartphone Photography Quick Tips

More hints from an expert photographer

NC Outdoors

Hunting Preserves Offer a Safe, Accessible Experience

Experience upland bird hunting in a controlled setting

Tip Of The Month

Staying in hot water

Insulating water pipes can mean big savings

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