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October 2020

This Month’s Issue: Wholesome Hometown

Andy Griffith is loved the world over, but likely more so here in North Carolina. While “The Andy Griffith Show,” drew inspiration from the actor’s hometown of Mount Airy, Mayberry made a lasting mark on Mount Airy as well. Read how the two became intertwined. Take comfort in other parts of this issue, including reflections on rural churches and an easy recipe for apple butter.

—Scott Gates, editor

More Power

More Power

Co-op Lineworkers Through the Ages

The evolution of gear from the early days of electrification

More Power

Settlement Funding Helps NC Co-op Members Drive Electric

$700,000 will fund expansion of EV charging network

More Power

NC Solar+ Schools Grow in 2020

Grant program helps fund solar on K–12 campuses

Carolina Kitchen

Sweet Potato-Apple Salad

Savory Egg Veggie Pancakes

Veggie Egg Casserole

‘Deviled’ Eggs

Jack-O-Lantern Pies

Saucy Chicken Sliders

Boo-tiful Brownies

Slaw of a Different Color

Easy Apple Butter

Carolina Living

Carolina Living

An Egg-Cellent First Food

Every bite counts for your growing foodie

Carolina Living

Heading for the Great Outdoors

Get ready for your best camping trip yet

Carolina Living

Protecting Your Children Online

4 proactive steps to help keep them safe on the internet

More from this issue

Carolina Gardens

Plant Smart in Fall for a Deer-Free Spring

Plus Garden To-Do’s for October

Energy Sense

Make Your Basement More Energy Efficient

Tips for upgrading your downstairs space

I Remember

Milking Chores

Carolina People

Discerning Details in the Data

Derek Ellington is a master of digital sleuthing

Digital Extras

Guard Your Garden from Deer

Keep pests at bay and your yard off the menu

Viewpoints

Our Time to Shine

Co-ops find new ways to serve members during a trying year

Digital Extras

3 Spooky Sweet Potato Recipes

Brand new recipes to make your Halloween extra "sweet"

Tip Of The Month

How Many Electronics Are in Your House?

Small appliances, devices and other products make up a large chunk of household energy use

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