Carolina Stories

Nailing it

Digits today sport neon colors and elaborate designs

The Governor’s Vision

Gov. Pat McCrory on rural development, education, communication, energy and electric cooperatives

Striking a balance

by Michael E.C. Gery

Teachers can take real-world experiences into their classrooms

The Kenan Fellows Program places teachers in research, technology and industry settings

Thank the hardworking bees

From apples to zucchini and honey, too

The Golden Rule at the Moncure post office

Touch-control faucets

New options are convenient and efficient for kitchen tasks

‘Pear-fection’

Diabetics and non-diabetics alike can enjoy this sweet, juicy fruit

No Deer Here

32 deer-resistant garden plants

The Old Church at Laurel Springs

Another win for the Ronald McDonald House

Christmas in hard times

Do you know… half the wetlands in the U.S. are already gone?

Earning respect

by Samuel C. Newsome, M.D.

The old family roasting pan

Field trip: Historic Rural Life

East Carolina Village & Farm Museum

The perfect Christmas tree

Good books make good presents

Plus Garden To-Do’s for December and January

Granddaddy’s teeth

Host a gaudy party to remember

Deck the halls with ugly sweaters and tacky cakes

When Aunt Willie met Santa

Making your home smarter

New apps let you control your home’s systems from just about anywhere

Oyster Roasts

An eastern North Carolina tradition

Your year-end financial checklist

Actions include using health benefits and rebalancing your portfolio to reflect your goals