Carolina Stories

The people, places and history that make our state great

Tarheel Tidbits

Green Thumbs in the Classroom

Kids get their hands dirty through Project Learning Garden

Feature Story

NC Murals Create ‘Art for the People’

The Appalachian Mural Trail captures state culture

Viewpoints

Life as a Lineman

EnergyUnited Crew Leader Shay Reed reflects on his career thus far

Carolina Gardens

Growing Glory on a Vine

Plus Garden To Do’s for April

Energy Sense

Managing a Renovation Contractor

How to manage effectively after hiring is complete

On The House

Mowing with Electricity

Weigh the benefits of using an electric lawn mower

Carolina People

Lady of Tradition

Bluegrass master Lorraine Jordan is helping the next generation

More Power

Co-op Leaders Leave Annual Meeting Enlightened, Inspired

Sessions focus on how co-ops are leading the energy future

Carolina Living

Co-ops Award $650,000 in Education Grants in 2017

Teachers fund innovative projects through Bright Ideas program

More Power

10 Electrical Safety Tips for Spring

Be safe outside around electricity

More Power

Blue Ridge Energy Trims Trees by Helicopter

Aerial blades make quick work of right-of-way management

Carolina Adventures

Your Favorite Roadside Attractions

Top picks from our readers

Carolina Adventures

Nature and History in Harmony at Pettigrew State Park

A northeastern NC state park and a historic site are intertwined in time and place

Carolina Adventures

Dive into Maritime History

Visit a blockade runner where she’s rested for 150 years

Carolina Adventures

Take a Ride on the Beach

Saddle up and see the Outer Banks from a new perspective

Carolina Adventures

Smartphones ease travel stress

Optimize your phone for your next adventure

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Carolina Living

Spring Cleansing

Freshen up your home using these tricks

Tip Of The Month

Don’t burn through your energy dollars

Properly sealing a fireplace will save you money on energy

Between The Lines

Co-op Tech: The Agile, Fractal Grid

The Ocracoke microgrid project is paving the way for future innovation

Viewpoints

Leading the Future

Electric co-ops are on the cutting edge of an industry transformation

Carolina Gardens

Garden Hack: Building with Wood Pallets

Creative ideas for putting recycled wood to use

Carolina Gardens

Garden Hack: Growing in Straw Bales

An innovative solution for gardeners with limited space

Feature Story

How Long do Spiders Live?

And other spider facts