Carolina Stories

Educating a Brighter Future

The Bright Ideas Education Grant Program advances excellence in education

A Tale of Two Gardens

Check out Airlie Gardens and the Arboretum of New Hanover County

Sportfishing with ‘Flare’

Boats designed with Carolina Flare help bring up the big ones.

Make Your Own NC Charcuterie Board

When to DIY and when to hire a pro

For a Quick Dinner: Rice to the Rescue

Short on time? Go long on easy dinners.

Health from Home

Availability of telemedicine continues to grow

Fish Like a Pro

Embrace these habits to catch bigger fish

River-Ready Heirlooms

John Hollifield’s bamboo rods are works of art

Give Your A/C a Break

Ensure these items are far from your thermostat

Lip-Smacking Snacks

Treat your loved ones to cooling pops, tasty dip

6 Summertime Seafood Recipes

From North Carolina Sea Grant

Crunch Time at the Demolition Derby

Derbies keep bringing spectators – and drivers – back for more

Taking a Lap Among the Pines

The Occoneechee Speedway lives on through historic preservation

EV Adventure: Charging Up Along the Coast

Travel confidently with NC electric co-ops’ vehicle charging network

Boat Rental Basics

Spend a Day on the Water without owning a boat

Electric Vehicle Q&A

Answers about EV numbers and battery sustainability

White Rock Farms Receives Funds to Improve Efficiency, Reduce Emissions

Pee Dee Electric partners to bring new tech to livestock farm

Understanding and Preparing for Cyber Threats

Keeping the grid secure is a top, ongoing priority for electric co-ops

Smart Home Tech for Your Budget

Step into the future without breaking the bank

The Perks of Battery-Powered Boating

Electric outboard motors are growing in popularity

DIY Projects That Boost Your Home’s Pizzazz

Upgrades worth your while

Turn Your RV Into a Money-Making Machine

With on-the-road rentals

Bringing Life to ‘The Carolina Kid’

Car enthusiast Wesley Furr recently realized a childhood dream.