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Carolina Stories

The people, places and history that make our state great

Carolina Living

Make a Positive Impact by Planting a Tree

Five tips to properly plant a tree in your own yard

Carolina Living

Declutter Your Life

Five spring cleaning tips to soothe body and soul

Tip Of The Month

Routine Maintenance Can Lower Your Energy Bill

Improve your system’s energy efficiency and lower your energy bills by addressing potential issues early

Tip Of The Month

Save Money by Putting Your Equipment To Sleep

Make sure to switch your equipment to sleep mode when not in use

Carolina Living

Decoding Nature’s Beauty

A guide to flora identification in the Tar Heel State

Viewpoints

Honing the Key to Reliable Service

NC electric cooperatives equip lineworkers with the know-how needed to come home safe

More Power

NC Co-ops Support 30 Years of Bright Ideas

Innovative learning projects funded by co-ops have impacted 3.8 million students

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NC Co-op Lineworkers Gain Knowledge and Skills at Nash Community College

Lineworkers complete training programs

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Co-op Scholarship Winners Reunite at Wolfpack Game

Women’s Basketball Camp participants were honored on the court

Feature Story

Canines for Service

A Wilmington nonprofit is transforming lives, one dog at a time

Carolina Living

Why Safe Disposal Matters

Simple, eco-friendly ways to handle unused medications

Carolina Living

Wake Up Refreshed

Simple ways to begin your morning

Energy Sense

Fireplace Efficiency

Maximize warmth and minimize waste

Carolina Living

Documenting History

Preserving the legacy of NC’s Rosenwald Schools

Carolina Living

Save Haven for Freedom

The history of the Freedmen’s Colony on Roanoke Island

Carolina Adventures

New Orleans Fun Along the NC Coast

Coastal communities celebrate Mardi Gras with all the pageantry

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Carolina Gardens

African Violet Ailments

Plus Garden To-Do’s for February

Tip Of The Month

Are Your Air Vents blocked?

Blocked air vents can cause your heating system to go into overdrive

Viewpoints

Making Our Voices Heard

Electric co-ops advocate for the wellbeing of the communities we serve

More Power

NC Co-op CEO Joins National Board

South River EMC’s Chris Spears will represent NC and other Northeast states

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Smart Insights About Buying Smart Appliances

Six tips to help you decide on the smart appliance that’s right for you