Feature Stories

North Carolina braces for avian flu

If there’s an outbreak, it won’t affect eggs and meat, but flocks and farmers could suffer.

October is National Co-op Month

Cooperatives without borders

For more than 50 years, U.S. electric cooperatives have shared their expertise with world communities that have needed it most

Model Man

Belhaven’s Jimmy Courson and his model ships show real strength and determination

Well Above Average

Students and teachers at Greene Early College do what they love and love what they do

Touchstone Energy | On Tour

10 cooperatives, 10 locations, 10 unique perspectives on co-ops and their communities

The cooperative way of touring Washington, D.C.

A Second Helping

A Holden Beach volunteer project to redistribute leftover vacation food inspired others up the coast

Ocracoke ♥ Figs

Figs hold a special place in the hearts of Ocracokers

All in the Family

Century Farms celebrate North Carolina’s agricultural heritage

Baked beans for flavor fireworks!

Keeping Wildlife Wild

Attract and enjoy watching animals while helping them remain wild

No small feet

Freaker USA brings sock manufacturing back to North Carolina

No trespassing

There are ways to deter vandalism on your farm

Outlets: The Ins and Outs

An illustrated guide to electric power receptacles

Buddy Melvin’s Treehouse

17 years, 16 rooms, 12,000 square feet “for the fellas to hang out.”

On Guard

Guard animals on assignment to protect herds from coyotes

On to the Future

North Carolina’s electric cooperative leaders in April embrace new ideas for leading communities into the future

Places to Play

Treehouses, playhouses & forts

What is a Transformer?

An illustrated guide

Aspire to college

Students in rural North Carolina can get help preparing for standardized college tests

Back-Up Power

A buyer's guide to residential standby generators

Upgrade and Save

Running old, inefficient appliances may cost you more than you think

Get Cool

How to buy a new air‑conditioning system