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July 2025

This Month’s Issue: Clogging is Cool Again

I know, there are plenty out there who will argue clogging has always been “cool.” But Waynesville’s Kim Ross and her J Creek Cloggers have helped the traditional dance go mainstream. The fast feet of her son, Zeb, became a social media sensation, bringing the group far-reaching fame. Read more»  

—Scott Gates, editor

Carolina Kitchen

Roasted Spaghetti Squash

Ladle this sweet and savory sauce over squash, other roasted vegetables or crispy roasted chicken thighs.

Simple Summer Salad

This salad screams summer with its juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers and tangy onions. Plus, it’s pretty, healthy and comes together in a snap. Bada boom!

Rustic Squishy Fig Gingerbread

When suddenly gifted with lots of figs, what’s a person to do? Many were extra ripe, which we froze whole for later. As for the others … hello Squishy Fig Gingerbread!

Carolina Living

Carolina Living

Celebrate with a Bang, Not a Burn

Enjoy fireworks safely this holiday season

Carolina Living

Are Copperhead Numbers Increasing?

Keep your family safe without harming snakes

Carolina Living

Pause, Reflect, Reset

Five steps to get back on track (or start fresh) this July

Carolina Living

Soak Up the Sun (Safely)

Simple dos and don’ts for staying safe under the sun

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More Power

Average to Above-Average Hurricane Season Expected

What’s in store for hurricane season

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Co-op Projects Will Enhance Grid Resilience, Reliability

Three NC co-ops receive DEQ funding

On The House

Shielding From Surges

Protect devices during summer storms

Tip Of The Month

Beat the Heat with Smart Timing

Use heat-producing appliances at night to stay cool

Viewpoints

A Year of Nuclear Power Milestones

NC electric cooperative’s communities benefit from some of the Southeast’s lowest-carbon electricity

Carolina Snapshots

Selfies

Reader submitted photos

Carolina Adventures

Small Town, Big Adventure

Tales, trails and tartans await you in the mountains of Franklin

Where in Carolina Country is This?

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