Carolina Stories

4 Tips for a Safe Fall Road Trip

Planning your much-needed travel escape

Greetings from the Real Mayberry

60 years ago, Andy Griffith introduced the world to his hometown

Andy Griffith: A Real Dad, Too

Dixie Griffith reflects on her childhood with America’s TV dad

A Country Man

Under the Apple Tree

Grandpa’s Forgiveness

Tall Man, Taller Corn

Light Poles and Memories

Co-op Lineworkers Through the Ages

The evolution of gear from the early days of electrification

Settlement Funding Helps NC Co-op Members Drive Electric

$700,000 will fund expansion of EV charging network

NC Solar+ Schools Grow in 2020

Grant program helps fund solar on K–12 campuses

In the Quiet of the Country

Reflections on the power of the country church

An Egg-Cellent First Food

Every bite counts for your growing foodie

Plant Smart in Fall for a Deer-Free Spring

Plus Garden To-Do’s for October

Make Your Basement More Energy Efficient

Tips for upgrading your downstairs space

Milking Chores

Discerning Details in the Data

Derek Ellington is a master of digital sleuthing

Our Time to Shine

Co-ops find new ways to serve members during a trying year

3 Spooky Sweet Potato Recipes

Brand new recipes to make your Halloween extra “sweet”

How Many Electronics Are in Your House?

Small appliances, devices and other products make up a large chunk of household energy use

Heading for the Great Outdoors

Get ready for your best camping trip yet

Protecting Your Children Online

4 proactive steps to help keep them safe on the internet

Hot Design Trends

3 ways to enhance your home

”Marsh Girl”

By Casey Noel