March 2021
This Month’s Issue: Time to Get Gardening
More time indoors this winter has many of us itching to get outside as the weather warms. And in this issue, we’re giving you a great excuse to do just that — from growing your own food to supporting pollinators, a garden is a great way to spend some time in the sun. Also, find ways to be more energy efficient on the farm.
Feature Stories
Find your green thumb for the freshest produce around
Support North Carolina’s Pollinators
Thousands of NC insect species keep ecosystems humming, and they need your help
Safe Canning Techniques for Your Kitchen
Learn how to ‘put up’ your harvest
Departments
Please Move Over for Roadside Crews
Bright Ideas Grants Help Support COVID-19 Response
‘Keeping the Lights On’ License Plate Donations Top $25,000
National Renewables Leader Joins NCEMC
Electric Co-op Supports Record-Setting Walk
5 Tips for Keeping Your Mouth Healthy
During Hard Times: Accentuate the Positive
Decadent Kahlúa Ice Cream Dessert
Sun-Dried Tomato and Herb Spread
9 recipes plus 4 tips to help you deliver dinner to a neighbor in need
This month's featured track from Chatham County Line
Kitchen Corner recipe, originally published in 1971
Video: Learn the ins and outs of raised bed gardening
Safe Canning Techniques for Your Kitchen
Grab this recipe for easy Plum Jam