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Carolina Stories

The people, places and history that make our state great

I Remember

The Old Cotton Mill

Carolina Gardens

Take It to the Bank

Plus To-Do’s for September

On The House

Level-Up in the Yard

Tackling two lawn care topics

Carolina Living

River’s Quiet Watcher

Exploring the ancient world of the eastern hellbender

Carolina Living

7 Tire Tips for Safe Seasonal Driving

Tune up your vehicle for safe travels

Carolina Adventures

Keeping History Alive at Fort Fisher

This Civil War stronghold has become a destination for travelers and history buffs at Kure Beach

Tip Of The Month

Fall Energy Savings

Save energy between hot and cold season

More Power

NC Co-op and Employees Donate for Storm Recovery Support

The Human Connections Fund is changing lives and connecting communities

More Power

Stay Connected This Hurricane Season

Five tips to stay connected during emergencies and power outages

Viewpoints

Powering More Than Homes

Tourism adds energy to our local North Carolina economies

Feature Story

Barbecue Pride and Traditions

‘Low and slow’ transcends sauce preferences

Feature Story

A Table Set for Heroes

Wake County barbecue restaurant honors veterans and their families

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Feature Story

The Lure of a Barbecue Joint

No need to be fancy, folks

Feature Story

NC Youth Tour 2025 Scrapbook

Photos from the 2025 Electric Cooperative Youth Tour

Viewpoints

On the Road Again

NC Youth Tour’s Jude Stumpf learns about cooperative design, function and impact

Tip Of The Month

Clean Filter, Cool Savings

Boost airflow and cut energy costs with regular filter changes

More Power

NC Co-ops Welcome Local Transformer Plant Expansion

A Goldsboro power transformer production facility will create 330 new jobs

More Power

Two Co-ops Help NC Educator Bring Innovation to Classroom

Bright Ideas grants, Kenan Fellows program have positive impacts on educators and their students

More Power

How Do Transformers Work?

Transformers serve a vital purpose in safely and efficiently moving electricity across the grid

Carolina Living

Smart Swaps for Heart-Healthy Meals

Budget-friendly ingredients for a healthier lifestyle