Carolina Stories

RoCo Quilt Trail Showcases Rural Life and History

Find intricate barn quilt squares against a backdrop of autumn leaves

Blowing Rock

Lexington Barbecue

Scratchmade Snackery

Troy’s 105 Diner

Lexington Barbecue Festival

Sassafras

Biltmore Estate

Appalachian Theatre of High County

Billy Graham Library

Texas Pete

For the Meteorologist at Heart

Home weather stations are both informative and fun

Tulip Time

Showy displays worth the annual effort.

Finding the Next Meal

Combating food deserts in rural North Carolina

When Legends Roar, Communities Rise

Beast Fest proves even the darkest tales can create bright traditions

More Than a Bargain

Exploring the pros, cons and tips for making the most out of secondhand finds

Crunching Numbers for Efficiency Best Bets

How to determine the ROI of home projects

Sneezing in Your Pumpkin Spice?

Here’s why allergies spike in the fall

Controlling Costs on ‘Both Sides of the Meter’

New behind-the-meter tools empower member-owners to reduce usage and lower bills

Honoring Hispanic Heritage

Celebrate the contributions and diversity of Hispanic and Latin communities

Tech Conference Fosters Invaluable Collaboration Among Co-ops

Cooperative Technologies Conference and Expo brings together 455 leaders from 26 states

Pitt and Greene General Manager Named CFC Board President

Mark Suggs serves as president of National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation

Demand for Electricity Growing Despite Economic Pressures

Prepare your home for winter weather