Carolina Stories

Sheltering Our Feathered Friends

Concerned Carolinians are providing homes for birds in need

Improving Energy Efficiency with ‘Mini-Splits’

Going ductless in a manufactured home

Just in Time

N.C. Students Stand Out at National History Day

National Association Taps New CEO

Pull Down the Night

TVA’s New Nuclear Plant Nears Completion

Outdoor Kitchens

Designing a space unique to your home and lifestyle

Stay Cool!

With North Carolina’s state parks and forests

Saving Hot Water in the Kitchen

Screaming for Ice Cream?

Smart Eats for Summer

Fuel work and play with low-carb foods

Vegan-Ease

Southeast Earthquakes Explained

Take the ‘Pain’ out of Painting

Plan ahead to make painting jobs a breeze

Teachers: Apply Early for Bright Ideas Grants

and a Chance at $100

What’s Our State Reptile?

Where Our Power Comes From

A Career of Innovative Service

CEO Randy Brecheisen retires this month after 33 years with Piedmont Electric.

Sweet Summer Entertaining

Refreshing grapes boost flavor in these dishes

The Grid Will Connect Us to Our Energy Future

Friendly, Fresh and Local

North Carolina’s farmers markets are growing, to the benefit of local communities.

Timeless Tomatoes

The fruit of summer

Okay Okra!

Never mind the slime