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July 2020

This Month’s Issue: Cooling Off

If anything makes the heat of summer more bearable, it’s time on the water. In this issue we’re happy to share reader memories of their favorite swimming holes — some from days past, some more recent — as well as a few stories from our coast. Also, don’t miss news on how electric co-ops across the state are helping build local economies, bringing in new investments and new jobs.

—Scott Gates, editor

More Power

More Power

NC Co-ops Position for Economic Development Opportunities

Projects around the state bring jobs and new investments

More Power

Co-ops Offer Resources for COVID‑19 Hardships

New website provides information for those in need of assistance

More Power

Haywood EMC and Tri-County EMC to host Kenan Fellows

NC co-op shave hosted nine Kenan Fellows since 2014

Carolina Kitchen

Grilled Romaine Toss

Savory Bay Crackers

Spicy Seafood Cocktail

No-Churn Cantaloupe & Coconut Ice Cream

Carolina Living

Carolina Living

4 Ways to Save Some Dough in Your Kitchen

Maximize Groceries, Minimize Waste

Carolina Living

3 Fun Ways to Motivate Kids to Save Energy

Energy education can be fun for kids

Carolina Living

Summertime Staycation

Create an at-home your family will always remember

Carolina Living

5 DIY Projects Around the House

Enhance your home with these easy improvements

More from this issue

Carolina Creators

“What You Wanted”

By the Moore Brothers

On The House

Keeping Track of Energy Use at Home

Use data to wrangle unwanted loads

Carolina People

Chasing the Flag

Heath Trigg is fulfilling a dream at Heritage Flag Co.

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Remembering Tommy

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

The Jason Hole

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Pamlico River Relaxation

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Off the Paddleboard

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Walking on Clouds

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Under My Leaning Tree

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Swimmin’ Spot Smiles

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Swimming Hole Celebration

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Priceless Memories of Irish Creek

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Our Little Mermaid

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

A Peaceful Spot

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Oak Island Art Keeps Beach Alive

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Memories of the Mud

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Makeshift Dam

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Head Down to Creek Town

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

Clubhouse Under the Falls

Our Readers’ Favorite Swimmin’ Spots

A Special Place

Viewpoints

Growing Our Economy, Together

Electric co-ops play an integral role in economic development throughout the state

NC Outdoors

An Old Favorite Lure for Bass Fishing

The floating worm isn’t new, but it sure works

Tip Of The Month

Homebound Savings

Keep an eye on your energy use from the comfort of your couch

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