Carolina Stories

The people, places and history that make our state great

Up Front (Viewpoints)

A Thoughtful Approach to Keeping Lines Clear

Right-of-way management is incredibly valuable for reliability and cost savings at your electric co-op

Energy

Light Loads for Faster Drying Times

Sorting your laundry can mean savings on your energy bill

Carolina Living

Savory Treats to Feed a Crowd

Holiday Baked Brie and Cheese Buds

Carolina Living

Memory-making Holiday Activities

Ready to bond? Try these creative ideas!

Carolina Living

7 Strategies for Gifting on Budget

Spread holiday cheer without going broke

Carolina Living

5 Steps to Prep for Home Fire Safety

Have a plan and put it in action

Up Front (Viewpoints)

No Community is an Island

Teamwork and coordination are essential after a natural disaster

Carolina People

Meet the Man Behind the Spice

Meherwan Irani of Spicewalla is fairly legendary in food and restaurant circles

Feature Story

The Spice Merchant of Asheville

Spicewalla is bringing fresh international spices to local kitchens

Carolina People

Southern Culture Meets Italian Roots at Boxcarr Handmade Cheese

Cheesemaking comes naturally to Austin and Samantha Genke

Carolina Music

“Pieces”

By The Hamiltones

Carolina Living

Carrying on a Carolina Tradition

Hog killin’ is a family tradition for some, though not for the faint of heart

Carolina People

Curating Recipes from Around NC

Foy Allen Edelman has collected recipes from every county in the state

Carolina Living

Family Meals Matter

Plus recipes for Turkey Pot Pie and Two-Cheese Meatballs

Carolina People

Farmer & the Chef & the Biscuit Maker

Kinston’s celebrity chef has put a Lenoir County farm in the spotlight

Your Power

Techs Train to Keep Co-op Fleets Cutting Edge

Fleet technicians ensure everything works when it needs to

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Your Power

Pitt & Greene EMC Leader Elected to National Board

Mark Suggs to join CFC Board of Directors

Your Power

Local Teacher Gets Hands-On Co-op Experience

Kenan Fellow spent three weeks with Union Power Cooperative

On The House

The Hidden Cost of Little Luxuries

Energy savings can add up

Carolina Gardens

Aucuba Attracts Attention Year-Round

Plus Garden To-Do’s for November

Carolina Bookshelf

A Good Read: The World Ends in April

Young adult novel weaves in STEM concepts

Tarheel Tidbits

Learn About Legendary Feats through History

Fayetteville’s Airborne & Special Operations Museum honors soldiers (and their dogs)

Energy

Deck the Halls with Savings!

Light up your home with LED decorations to save energy and money