Carolina Stories

Powering Up After an Outage

Steps to restoring power should winter weather turn out the lights

Life Between the Sounds

The Albemarle-Pamlico region boasts a slowed pace and a rich history

Gum Ball Gardening

Plus Garden To-Do’s for September

Gather ’Round for Liver Mush

The NC Fall Liver Mush Festival offers ‘Mush, Music and Mutts’

Back to School Energy Savings

Adjust energy use to new routines

Keep Pets ‘Pawsitive’ and Itch-Free

Five ways to protect your furry friend from pests

Set Up for Hiking Success

Safety tips for a positively fun hiking experience

Putt-Putt’s NC History: It’s All About the Short Game

Miniature golf has North Carolina roots

Experience Golf in the Old North State

Book your tee time on these iconic courses

Lineworkers Receive Prayers and Support from Home

A Pitt & Greene EMC lineworker’s spouse reflects on storm season

The Power of Ceiling Fans

Ceiling fans can help improve comfort year-round.

Called to Service on the NC Youth Tour

Blue Ridge Energy Member Represents NC on Youth Leadership Council

Fresh and Flavorful Seafood Delights

Create your own savory seafood dishes with easy-to-make recipes

5 Strategies to Save on Fresh Fruits and Veggies

Produce Shopping on a Budget

7 Ways to Prepare Your Children for Kindergarten

Creating Educational Enrichment in Everyday Activities

Teach Your Children Energy Sense

Kids and grandkids can be energy efficiency champions

Finding Freedom

The Network to Freedom trail includes several spots in NC

Divide and Conquer: Houseplants to New Offspring

Plus Garden To-Do’s for August

One of the Good Guys

TV survivalist Wes Harper is putting positivity into the world

Savor the South Cookbooks

Single-subject volumes celebrating iconic foods and traditions of the American South

Killin’ It in the Kitchen

Wes Harper, Naked and Afraid legend, features wild game and easy-to-cook favorites

The Civilian Conservation Corps Cookbook

Relive history through recipes, kitchen lore and stories of the Civilian Conservation Corps

Celebrating Southern Appalachian Food

Rich culinary traditions of southern Appalachia

Sewing and Life Lessons