Carolina Stories

UFO: Unusual Food Oddity: Patty Pan Squash

Plus Garden To-Do’s for March

The South’s Gardening Guru

Mark Weathington is working to get the best plants to NC homes

10 Steps to Starting a Community Garden

Family Gardening

Engage your little sprouts for fun, learning

Rethinking Community Gardens

A traditionally urban concept is taking root in rural communities

Federal Task Force Gives Nod to Co-op Smart Grid Work

White House-commissioned report touts e-connectivity progress

Electric Co-ops Raise Funds for NC Jaycee Burn Center

Donations total more than $1.8 million over the years

‘Expert Tree Feller’ Causes Randolph EMC Outage

Crews responded to repair damage done by an industrious beaver

Wind Power Projected to Outpace Hydro

Hydropower has long held the top spot among renewables

Energy-Savvy Congregations

Create a plan to make energy improvements at your house of worship

Hiring the Right Contractor

Tips to ensure they do good work and stay on budget

Gardeners: Give Yourself a Raise

Elevated beds take gardening to the next level

Herbs for Everyone

Add these hearty kitchen necessities to any garden

“Walking the Floor Over You”

by The Malpass Brothers

Savory Seafood

Make a splash with nutritious fish dishes

6 Healthy Recipes for 2018

Don’t let your resolutions wear out as the year wears on

Affordable Manufactured Homes Up Their Game

Contemporary features and enhanced energy efficiency boost appeal

Ease Everyday Pains, Naturally

Energy Savings for the Win!

Score savings with power-efficient A/V equipment

Comforting Sunflowers

Pork Loin…or Tenderloin?

Understanding the Value of Radiant Barriers

Thin, reflective material can help keep your home cool

Four Great Winter Hikes

Get trekking off-peak for solitude and cool views

Little Pink Retreats Make Time for Hope

NC-based program provides welcome refuge for breast cancer patients