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The people, places and history that make our state great

Carolina Living

Wendy’s Snow Cream

Viewpoints

Resiliency: Rural North Carolina’s Greatest Asset

NC’s rural communities are ready to address the issues facing them today

Carolina Living

Take Back Your Garage

Five hacks to tame, maximize space

More Power

An Encyclopedia of Modern Electricity

A new report provides a clear overview of our ever-evolving power grid

More Power

CCEC’s Conrad Retires After 38 Years of Service to Co-ops

Jake Joplin named CEO and general manager

Feature Story

Carolina Country Scenes 2018

A gallery of our readers’ best photos

On The House

Clothes Dryers: Use Only as Intended

Venting dryers indoors is no longer considered a safe option

Carolina Adventures

Celebrate 50 Years of Skiing with Beech Mountain Resort

Alpine adventure abounds in the NC mountains

Apps & Add-ons for Smartphone Photography

Camera apps, lenses, and tripods

Smartphone Photography Quick Tips

More hints from an expert photographer

How to Get the Perfect Shot with Your Smartphone

The best camera is the one you have with you

Energy Sense

How Smart Should Your Thermostat Be?

What to consider before replacing your thermostat

NC Outdoors

Hunting Preserves Offer a Safe, Accessible Experience

Experience upland bird hunting in a controlled setting

Carolina People

NC Author is an Advocate for our State Dog

Libby Bagby has a passion for Plott hounds

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