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When we first started planning our cover story for this month, we came up with a long list of spooky spots around the state, including the Devil’s Tramping Ground in Chatham County, the Maco light in Brunswick County and the Great Dismal Swamp. Although these didn't make the cut this time, we hope you'll enjoy the three we highlighted on page 8. Also, learn about fleet technicians — the often-unsung heroes at your electric co-op — on page 6.
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In the article “Coming Home to Meaningful Change” (September 2022, page 12), Jacob Brooks introduces readers to Megan Hiner, the owner of Mindful Tides, PLLC. Their friendship dates back to their teenage years. Megan eventually returned home to offer mental health counseling services to people in need in northeastern North Carolina.
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Why Membership Matters
By Greg Puckett
■ Democratic Member Control
Co-op membership has several other benefits, including getting a return on your investment through capital credits. Cooperatives, unlike investor-owned utilities, are not-for-profits and are operated in a fashion that any margins or revenue remaining after all expenses have been paid are returned to members in the form of capital credits.
■ Open and Voluntary Membership
Greg Puckett is executive vice president and general manager for Dobson-based Surry-Yadkin EMC. He also serves as president of the North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation.
Also, because we are owned by the members we serve, electric co-ops are committed to our communities. North Carolina’s electric cooperatives are investing in worthy programs focused on strengthening rural communities and advancing education through opportunities like the NC Youth Tour and the Bright Ideas educational grant program. And by partnering with economic development agencies across the state, we are doing our part to support job creation and businesses seeking to start, expand or relocate, building a brighter future for us all.
4 | October 2022 Viewpoints
October is Co-op Month, giving you, as a member of an electric cooperative, a reason to celebrate. But what does it mean to be a co-op member? How is it different than being a customer?
■ Cooperation Among Cooperatives
In each of these, our members and our communities play an important role in the decision-making process at the cooperative. As a member of the cooperative, you are an owner in the company and can actively participate by electing directors who represent you — or even serving on that board if you choose. That’s one reason we see it as so important to keep you informed of happenings at the co-op, in many instances in the pages of this very magazine.
Because we answer to our local members, electric co-ops are able to quickly respond to your changing needs, and we’re deploying innovative technologies to do so in new ways. Working with other electric co-ops across the state, we are creating a future that allows us to continue our mission of providing safe, affordable, reliable and sustainable electricity — powering and empowering the people and communities we serve.
world operate according to the same set of core principles and values, dating back to the first modern cooperative founded in England in 1844. These principles are:
■ Members’ Economic Participation
■ Education, Training and Information
Membership is a key component of the cooperative business model and how we operate. As a member, you and your voice are important to your electric cooperative, and your participation as a member is Co-opsequitydemocracy,self-responsibility,valuesareCooperativesvital.basedontheofself-help,equality,andsolidarity.aroundthe
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lectric cooperatives work around the clock to provide safe, affordable and reliable service to members. This may be most evident when line crews are spotted in the field, maintaining the system or restoring outages after a storm. But behind every bucket truck or other piece of equipment, there’s an often-unsung group of employees there to make sure everything works when it needs to: fleet technicians.
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“The work of fleet technicians may often go unnoticed, but their jobs are critical to ensuring equipment is operating safely and in full compliance 24/7, 365 days a year,” said Jimmy Brown, manager of Fleet Services for StatesvillebasedFleetEnergyUnited.techniciansare responsible for everything from oil changes to equipping vehicles with the latest technology, providing fellow co-op employees with the best equipment and best tools to do their jobs. Staying up-to-date on current technology is critical to keeping fleets in top form, and in August, fleet technicians
“Fleet technicians undergo training throughout the year to stay on top of new technology and safety protocols, and we’re pleased to play a part in supporting the key role these individuals complete on a daily basis,” Brown said.
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from eight electric cooperatives across the state met at EnergyUnited’s Mocksville office for the 2022 Fleet Training Seminar.
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The August training sessions included winching and recovery methods, working load limits, ultimate load limits and safety procedures. Sessions also included hydraulic hoses, crimping techniques and safety procedures when working withAttendeeshydraulics.represented Blue Ridge
Energy, EnergyUnited, Pee Dee Electric, Piedmont Electric, Randolph EMC, Roanoke Electric Cooperative, Union Power Cooperative and Wake Electric. Contractors from Utility Lines Construction Services and Asplundh Tree Expert Company were also in attendance.
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Saving the Heat Time to turn on the heater? Save energy by turning down the heat at night or when you’re away. If you have a heat pump, maintaining a constant temperature works best.
Fleet technicians train to Keep co-op Fleets on the cutting edge
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NC landowners planning projects to address natural resource concerns can apply for financial and technical assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. Past projects include riparian buffer zones, oyster restoration efforts and urban agriculture projects. Applications are due Oct. 14; for more information, contact your local USDA Service Center (visit bit.ly/usdaoffices for a list by county).
As cybersecurity threats continue to grow both at home and in the workplace, it’s important to know what we can do as individuals, how we can work with others and measures we can take to reduce our risk of cyber threats. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, but good cyber hygiene should be practiced year-round. North Carolina’s electric cooperatives are working together and with the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA), the national trade association for electric coopera tives, to establish relationships, provide tools, share resources and training information to harden and improve the overall cyberYoulandscape.canhelptoo.
Cybersecurity Through Cooperation
Good cyber hygiene is equally important at home and in our personal lives. Here are a few cybersecu rity tips you can implement at home:
■ Enable multi-factor or two-factor authentication for your online accounts. This extra layer of security allows websites and applications to confirm you’re really who you say you are. The additional authentication may come in many forms, including a confirmation text code on your phone, an email or even a separate authenticator app. By adding this second step, you’re making it a lot harder for hackers to access your accounts.
■ Use secure passwords. This means using unique pass words for all your accounts and ensuring they are at least 15 characters long. Randomly generated passwords or passphrases are typically more secure. You might also consider using some type of password manager.
■ Think before you click. Be careful when clicking links or opening attachments. This is one of the most important ways to protect yourself against scammers and hackers. If you receive a text message or email that seems too good to be true or threatens negative consequences for not taking immediate action or displays a sense of urgency, take extra precaution.
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We all have a part to play in combatting cyber threats. Electric cooperatives and their local and national partners will continue working together to advance cybersecurity defenses for all co-op members and the local communities they serve.
—Justin Luebbert, NRECA
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“Blackbeard, the angry grimacing pirate with fuses in his beard coming at you with a cutlass, was a wellknown image for us. His figure was sold in stores, along with his treasure and pirate ship, all in miniature and on display,” Joe says. “Almost all the legend of Blackbeard is lore. But his death — the basic story of him being roused up at dawn with the threat of two ships in the water off Ocracoke — that is well documented.”
In typical Halloween fashion, it’s time to have a good scare, so gather 'round for three truly haunting stories from North Carolina.
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North Carolina has plenty of haunts and legends that persist through generations. Yet the more obscure, unknown and unexplainable are some of the best stories of this state.
and the dead in little Ocracoke Village, well, they may not always be friends, but they are definitely neighbors.”
“I once said you can't swing a boat oar on Ocracoke without it going through a ghost,” he says. “The living
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80 cemeteries. Keep your eyes out for Augustus Abner McGuire, a ghost donning a full diving suit, or Mad Mag Howard, a screeching ghost at Howard Cemetery.
For Joe, he prefers the Blackbeard tale of a mysterious light in shallow waters. A light that’s chased fearful kayakers and gives all who see it a sense of dread. More than just pirates, Ocracoke itself is quite haunting.
“Where did Blackbeard's body get buried?” Joe says. “It is possible the crew was placed in a shallow commu nal grave somewhere nearby, which would be today's Teach's Hole on Springer's Point. So, if there is a ghost of Blackbeard, that's a likely place.”
For those visiting — after you’re chased through Springer’s Point by Blackbeard’s figure — venturedisembodiedtooneofthe island’s
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Every October, hundreds gather in Ocracoke for Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree. The festival concludes with a militia crew march to Springer’s Point, where Blackbeard lost his life (and head) at the hands of Lieutenant Maynard. Joe Sledge, Outer Banks native and author of “Haunting The Outer Banks,” recalls growing up with Blackbeard’s infamous legacy.
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During the bloody battle on Nov. 22, 1718, Blackbeard suffered a reported 20 stab wounds and five bullet holes. Even after being decapitated, it’s rumored his body swam around the ship three times in search of his head. By that point, Maynard had attached it to the bow of the ship.
North Carolina is rife with spooky spots
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The co-op business model is distinct due to its people first philosophy. Central Electric is locally governed, which means it belongs to its members and the communities it serves. This community focus allows the co-op to quickly adapt to the evolving needs of members.
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There’s no denying it, the energy industry is quickly changing. Some members are taking interest in renewable energy and electric vehicles, and ultimately, consumers want greater control over their energy use and ways to connect with their utility. You are looking to the co-op to accommodate your changing needs and Central Electric is uniquely positioned to take control and meet your needs right where you are.
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Your co-op will continue working hard each day to keep your trust. Rest assured, looking out for your best interests and enriching the lives of those working and living in our communities will always remain the primary mission.
Your co-op is more than an energy provider
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October is National Co-op Month, which means there is no better time to highlight the many ways your electric cooperative is unique. As a member of Central Electric, you are more than just a customer; you are a member.
OCT. 7 is the 2022 Annual Meeting of the Members, here are the highlights:
of materials under the “Energy Efficiency” tab at CEMCPower.com to help you along the way. And most importantly, co-op representatives are just a phone call or message away, readily available to answer any questions you may have.
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That’s where your trusted energy partner comes in. The co-op is here to help you every step of the way. Since a lot of members have questions about how to save energy in their home, there are a variety
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We’re proud to support local youth through our Touchstone Energy Sports Camp, Youth Tour, Leadership Camp and community college scholarship programs. With your help, Operation Round Up provides assistance to local nonprofit organizations. Our Bright Ideas grants put funds directly back into our school systems and help teachers find innovative ways to reach students.
Similar to how our wires run through our service territory, our concern for community flows through all of our decisions––because being a co-op means being a responsible partner and good neighbor.
We work to help our community thrive through initiatives led by our employees and local board that’s comprised of neighbors who live right here in our community. Because we’re local, we understand our community’s unique needs and strive to help meet them.
From the desk of CEO & General Manager Eddie Oldham
The word “cooperative” is also close to “cooperation,” meaning people working together towards a common goal—mutually benefiting one another and the larger community. That’s the essence of the cooperative spirit. Our employees and member-elected board members are invested in the community in which live and serve.
Fall is a busy time, and October is a particularly eventful month with school, community and sports activities back in full swing. It’s also when all cooperatives celebrate National Co-op Month. When I say Central Electric celebrates Co-op Month, it really means we are celebrating you! After all, our co-op wouldn’t exist without you, our
We also want to empower you to manage energy use at home. If you haven’t already, I encourage you take a moment and visit our online website portal at CEMCPower.com or download our app. Through the portal and app, you can conveniently monitor and manage your energy use. And we’re of course here to help, so give us a call if you have questions about your energy bills.
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purpose is to serve as your electricity provider, but the larger mission of the co-op is to help make our corner of the world a better place. “Concern for community” is one of seven guiding principles that all co-ops share.
Until next time,
We are continuously examining ways to operate more efficiently while continuing to provide the highest level of friendly, reliable service you expect and deserve. After all, we’re your local co-op. We were built by the members we serve.
We are continuously examining ways to operate more efficiently while continuing to provide the highest level of friendly, reliable service you expect and deserve. After all, we’re your local co-op. We were built by the members we serve.
Above all, as a co-op we put our members’ priorities first. As your trusted energy partner, we know that saving energy and money is important to you. That’s why we have numerous programs in place to help, including several energy-efficiency rebates, loans, and savings tools to help you save money on your energy costs.
Scan this QR Code with your phone’s camera to learn more or call us at 919-774-4900.
Maybe you want to play an extra game of basketball. Perhaps you have guests coming over who need to see how to get to your door. Outdoor lighting can add security to your home and also extend the time you have to spend outside.
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Central Electric offers several lighting options to meet your needs, including the standard LED model, floodlights, street lighting and the more decorative town and country fixture.
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As winter draws ever closer, the days continue to get shorter, and we have less time to spend outside.
College scholarships supporting local students
Several local students attending either Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) or Sandhills Community College (SCC) have been awarded a $2,000 scholarship to help with education expenses.
Each year, Central Electric awards scholarships to CCCC or SCC students who are members of the cooperative or live in a home served by the cooperative. Scholarships are awarded based on scholastic ourandportunitiesprovideaTheseneedextracurricularachievement,activities,financialandawrittenessay.scholarshipsrepresentwayforthecooperativetohighereducationop-forourlocalstudentshelpinvestinthefutureofcommunities.
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Local students, Vivian Villa Tapia and Emily Carson were recently sponsored by Central Electric to take the trip of a lifetime as part of the Electric Cooperative Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. Vivian, a student at Union Pines High School and Emily, also a student at Union Pines High School, joined over 1,800 youth from across the country June 18-24 in D.C.
For more information on this great program, scan the QR Code or visit the “Youth Tour” page at CEMCPower.com.
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Central Electric sponsors two local high school students each year for the Youth Tour. If you are a high school junior or senior, the application period for next year’s Youth Tour begins this month and runs through January 2023.
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While there, they were able to sightsee at some of D.C.’s most famous attractions and historic memorials, enjoy unique experiences around the nation’s capital, as well as engage in discussions with U.S. senators and several members of the U.S. House of Representatives on Capitol Hill. In addition to meeting members of Congress, they learned more about American history and the electric cooperative business model.
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The typical locations for insulation are the attic, walls and floor. If you have a forced-air heating or cooling system, your ductwork should be insulated, too. You want a consistent thermal barrier around your home for maximum efficiency. A bonus to insulation is it can reduce noise from the outside of your home.
Air sealing prevents drafts and air infiltration from outside. It can improve efficiency, comfort and indoor air quality.
Typically, air sealing is done around plumbing and elec trical penetrations with spray foam or caulk. If using spray foam around gas appliances, temporarily turn off pilot lights. Spray foam is extremely flammable.
If you are considering a DIY approach, protect yourself when going into spaces with insulation. Wear a properly fitted mask or respirator. Wearing a Tyvek suit and gloves are also recommended. Kneepads can come in handy and make the crawling more bearable.
By Miranda Boutelle
t isn’t pretty, but insulation and air sealing typically provide the biggest bang for your buck when it comes to home energy efficiency improvements. When installed together, they can save you money and make a big difference in comfort and energy use.
If you are planning a DIY approach for air sealing, do your research about best practices for the proper home ventilation. Before going the DIY route, contact two or three local contractors for a project estimate. Sometimes the contractor can get cheaper bulk pricing on insulation.
Know your recommendedregion’s‘R-value’
Air sealing can be done as a DIY project, but it is challeng ing to pinpoint and properly seal air leaks. Consider hiring a contractor to complete a blower door test and seal leaks.
DIY considerations
Where to insulate
You know that cozy sweater is no match for winter winds, so you need an extra layer to stop it from ripping through. The same goes for your home.
Attic insulation minimizes energy waste and can help maintain a more consistent temperature throughout your home. Combined with air sealing, it also can prevent ice dams from forming on your roof in colder climates.
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Think of insulation as a cozy sweater and air sealing as a windbreaker for your home.
Making insulation and air sealing a priority adds comfort, efficiency and savings to your home.
Sheet metal and high-temperature heat-resistant caulk should be used to seal gaps between framing, chimneys and metal flues.
Air sealing prevents drafts and air infiltration from the outside of your home. Consider air sealing before adding more insulation to areas of your home, such as the attic.
Insulation is rated in R-value. The “R” stands for resistance to heat transfer. The higher your R-value, the slower the heat transfer or less wasted energy. There are several different types of insulation, including fiberglass batts, blown fiber glass, cellulose and foam. Each has its own R-value listed on the packaging. To determine the R-value of your existing insu lation, multiply the number of inches by the R-value per inch for the type of insulation.
Your home should also be insulated between the floor and crawlspace or unheated basement. If your basement is heated, install insulation in the box sills — the area between the foundation floor of the home’s main level. Consider building and insulating the exterior walls in the basement or installing foam insulation on foundation walls. Check your local building code requirements. Recommended R-values for floor insulation range from R-19
to R-30 (again, based on what part of the state you live in). Also, insulate heating and cooling ductwork located in unconditioned spaces to prevent energy waste.
This column was written by Miranda Boutelle of the Efficiency Services Group. Visit carolinacountry.com/your-energy for more ideas on energy efficiency.
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Attics can be insulated using batts or blown-in insulation. Recommended R-values in North Carolina range from R-30 to R-60 (although our state spans a few climate zones, so check specifics at bit.ly/r-valuezones). If you use your attic for storage, you can build a raised platform with room for insulation underneath. Add insulation and weatherstripping to access doors or hatches.
Wall insulation can be installed during construction or a remodel. If your home wasn’t insulated when it was built, you can have the insulation blown in by a contractor. Blown-in options include cellulose, fiberglass and foam.
Lady tulips love full sun, and they prefer neutral soil, which can be easily pH-balanced in acidic growing grounds with an annual light dusting of lime in the winter. Good drainage is essential, meaning these springtime dazzlers will perform well in raised beds, rock gardens and even containers.
Cynthia is a species tulip that can be a beautiful repeat performer in spring gardens.
ost hybrid tulips, while gorgeous, are fleeting flowers in North Carolina — planted in the fall, they are one-shot wonders that usually grace gardens for only a single spring. This is because, in our region, there are usually not enough winter days of extended cold to stimulate tulip bulbs into flowering spring after spring.
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F Vegetable plants that were afflicted with cucumber or tomato mosaic virus this growing season should be pulled up and tossed away —not composted. Also, these diseases can overwinter in perennial weeds, so do a fall cleanup in the veggie patch to remove these pesky plants as well to help prevent the reoccurrence of mosaic virus.
However, exceptions exist, and one particularly pretty example is the lady tulip (Tulipa clusiana), variously cate gorized as a species, botanical, heirloom or miscellaneous tulip. Although humble in height — about a foot tall — and with smallish flower heads, it can still be a real cutie in the spring garden. And a definite plus the lady tulip has over bigger, fancier hybrids is that, true to its temperate East Asian origins, it doesn’t need an extended winter chill to wake up its inner flower power spring after spring.
If deer are a problem in your area, stay vigilant because they could munch on these pretties. Planting them close to the house can help keep Bambi at bay, and an early spring spraying of a commercial deer repellent will add an extra layer of protection.
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There are many lady tulip variations. For starters, “Lady Jane” is a charmer with its bicolor coat of outer red and inner white petals — an appealing look that is echoed by the similar, well-named “Peppermint Stick.” “Tinka” also has comparable colors, but it blushes more, having its rich red contrasted with a pale yellow. For a real zinger, go with the popular “Cynthia,” a sassy selection that combines stop sign red on the outside of the petals with taxi cab yellow on the inside.
Story and photos by L.A. Jackson
There are other species of tulips that, like the lady tulip, can settle into a southern garden and flower for many springs to come. Tulipa bakeri “Lilac Wonder,” with its pinkish petals surrounding simmering yellow flower centers, is a fairly common offering at garden centers in the fall. The bright yellow blooms of Tulipa sylvestris make this cutie worth considering, too, but while it is more of an online find, this European native is worth the hunt for history buffs because it was a garden favorite of Thomas Jefferson at his Monticello home.
F Shrubs and small trees that need to be relocated can be transplanted now. Moving them in the fall will give their roots time to establish themselves before leaf growth starts next spring.
L.A.’s website of the month: MrMaple Nursery (MrMaple.com) is an online garden shop in East Flat Rock specializing in Japanese maples as well as many other ornamental trees and shrubs.
In short, with just a little care, lady tulips can become reliable repeat performers in the spring garden. If kept happy, they can even naturalize and spread by way of stolons or offsets.
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“Lilac Wonder” is another pretty species tulip.
Although an oddity, the lady tulip won’t be that hard to find. I have even spotted “Cynthia” at big-box garden shops in the early autumn. There are, of course, online avenues, and three good e-retailers to check are: Brent and Becky’s Bulbs (brentandbeckysbulbs.com); Terra Ceia Farms (terraceiafarms.com); and John Scheepers, Inc. (johnscheepers.com).
Lady tulips can stand the test of time
L.A. Jackson is the former editor of Carolina Gardener Magazine. Contact L.A. at lajackson1@gmail.com
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“I look back and think it was like a dream that I did all this,” Sherry marvels. “God was looking over me. I prayed over it and it happened.”Astheopening night approached, she acquired a state-of-the-art digital projector, which she nicknamed “The Beast,” and put it in her “she-shed.”
“When I was in speech therapy, those kids didn’t laugh at how I sounded,” Sherry says. “I wanted to do something for them and their families when I got better, but I didn’t know what. So I prayed on it.”
The glory days of drive-in movies were in the past, but Sherry, a Brunswick Electric member, was determined. And she knew just where to build it. She already owned some land on Dothan Road between Tabor City, North Carolina and Longs, South Carolina, but some trees had to go first.
She wanted to do something outdoors that was family-oriented. Something that would get the kids away from their phones and laptops for a while. When the idea of a drive-in movie theater came, it was a total“Neversurprise.ina million years did I think I would do this,” she says.
Sherry’s drive-in, State Line Movie Time, opened on May 9, 2019. Besides first-run movies, there are plenty of fun activities, such as hula hoop contests, pennies from heaven, bubble mania, fireworks, and a roasting pit for cooking hot dogs and marshmallows. Special events include live bands, car shows and a haunted trail, and Sherry is always thinking of new events and games for her customers. Her health isn’t 100% yet, but you won’t hear her complain.
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“My spinal cord was severed in several places,” Sherry remembers. “Plus, I had head, neck and hip injuries. I still need to have more surgeries on my hands, too.”
Sherry was both saddened and inspired by the sick children she met while slowly recovering in Duke Hospital, and later in physical and speech therapy.
She needed to get it done, so the next morning, she cleared out those trees herself. She graded the surface so rainwater would drain, and then spread crushed rock. Sherry researched how to construct berms (mounds of earth) that also helped drainage. As if that wasn’t enough, when the 40-foot-by-50-foot movie screen had to be repainted, she did that, too, suspended in a harness.
ife can change in the blink of an eye. No one knows that better than Sherry Barnes.
says. “But they said they were running behind on another job and they would come back in 10 days.”
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“I’m grateful,” she says. “God gave me the surgeons who put me back together. It’s been girl-power, backed by God.”
OF THE Sherry Barnes turned tragedy into a triumph
Before November 2011, Sherry was a land developer for a Myrtle Beach real estate agency. One afternoon, she and a friend were hit by a drunk driver. Sherry’s friend died the next day. Sherry’s injuries were so severe that doctors told her if she did survive, she would never walk again.
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1 package (12 ounce) smoked sausage, cut in ½-inch cubes*
2–3 parsnips, peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces
1¾ cups sugar
½ cup chopped dates
1 large sweet potato, cut in ¾-inch cubes
Combine all ingredients except parsley in a 6-quart slow cooker. Cook on high 4–6 hours or low 6–8 hours until vegetables are tender, stirring periodically. Time will vary depending on your pot.
Several bay leaves
3 large eggs
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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Yield: Makes 5–6 quarts
*Variations: Make this a vegetarian soup by leaving out the meats. Love creamy soups? Swirl in a bit of half and half or heavy cream before serving, or purée some of the soup and stir in.
3 pears, peeled, cored, seeded and roughly chopped
½ cup raisins
Foptionalreshparsley to garnish, optional
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
4–5 cups chopped cabbage
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Once done, season with salt and pepper to suit your taste. We find that if using salted broth, with the natural flavors of these ingredients, little to no additional salt and pepper is needed.
²/₃ cup chopped nuts, any kind, optional
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted 1 teaspoon baking soda
Harvest Time Cabbage & Root Vegetable Soup
Who says you need to wait until the holiday season to enjoy fruitcake? So moist from all the fruits, this lightly spiced cake is reminiscent of ginger bread and tastes like autumn on a plate. It is easy to omit or change up some of the fruits, as well.
Fall Fruitcake
1 teaspoon rum extract, optional
2 medium turnips, peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces
3 tablespoons pumpkin or apple pie spice
2 large carrots, peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces
Unless otherwise noted, recipes on these pages are from Wendy Perry, a culinary adventurist and blogger, who chats about goodness around NC on her blog at WendysHomeEconomics.com
3 Gala apples, peeled, cored, seeded and roughly chopped
Enjoyminutes.as-isor with a dollop of whipped cream, lemon or other curd, on a pool of applesauce, or with ice cream dusted with cinnamon.
2 sorghumtablespoonsmolasses
1 can (29 ounce) puréed tomatoes,
Beat eggs with oil until fluffy, about 2 Combineminutes.sugar, flour, baking soda, salt and spice. Beat in a cup at the time until all has been incorporated into egg mixture. Using spatula, fold in remaining ingredients.Pourinto a 9-by-13-inch prepared pan. Bake for about 45–50
1 pound ground chicken*
The arrival of fall and the changing weather brings a shift in produce at our farmers markets. Root vegetables provide nourishment with so much depth of flavor — simply throwing them in our slow cooker calls for little seasoning, just their own natural goodness. This recipe makes ample soup to freeze for busy nights.
1 large sweet onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Ranch, Cheddar and Cauliflower Crackers
Salt-free “everything” seasoning, optional
Drop by rounded tablespoon or roll in balls and place on ungreased baking sheets. Leave room for spreading.
Contributors whose recipes are published will receive $25. We retain reprint rights for all submissions. Recipes submitted are not necessarily entirely original. Include your name, address, phone number (for questions), and the name of your electric cooperative. Mail to: Carolina Country Kitchen, 3400 Sumner Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27616. Or submit your recipe online at: carolinacountry.com/myrecipe.
An often overlooked flavor, a mention of butterscotch may conjure fond memories of pudding cups and hard candies. Forgo your oh-so-common chocolate chip cookies for these rich, crispy butterscotch beauties loaded with chips. And don't forget the milk!
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½ teaspoon of salt 2 large eggs 1 cup margarinebuttersoftenedor
Counting carbs? Even if not, these crispy crackers with the subtle flavor of cauliflower are perfect to enjoy alongside soup or just as a snack. You might just get your picky little ones to eat a vegetable with these!
1 cup walnutschoppedorpecans
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¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
Place loose heaping tablespoons of mixture onto sprayed or parchment-lined baking pan about 1 inch apart. Don’t make piles too thick or your crackers will be chewy in the middle. Dust with seasoning if using. Bake about 6–7 minutes until a little brown around the edges. Remove to cooling rack.
Yield: Makes about 2 dozen crackers
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ cup of sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 bag (10–12 butterscotchounce)chips
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1 medium cauliflower
1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Once dried and cooled, combine with remaining ingredients except seasoning.
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Break cauliflower into small pieces and steam in microwave about 5 minutes. Once tender, pulse in food processor to “rice” consistency. Spread between layers of paper towels and roll up to remove as much moisture as possible. (You will need about 2 cups of riced cauliflower.)
Crispy Butterscotch Cookies
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
Pinch of crushed red pepper
2½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup brownpackedsugar
Combine the flour, baking soda and salt in a bowl. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, butter, sugars and vanilla extract until creamy.
Gradually add the flour mixture and mix well. Stir in the butterscotch chips and nuts.
Best if enjoyed soon after baking but will keep in refrigerator for several days in covered container.
Bake for 9–12 minutes or until golden; cool on baking sheet.
Recipe courtesy of Andrea Kyker of Franklinville, a member of Randolph EMC.
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Variations: Other cheeses that work well include mozzarella, pepper jack, Swiss and asiago.
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Neal Thomas, of Wendell, is a basket maker. His medium is white oak, and he follows the wood throughout the entire process, cutting the trees and splitting the logs himself. He picks trees by touch, drawing on 45 years of experience. Once split, he uses a sharp blade to deftly extract and shape strips of the oak to weave the basket. It’s a precision skill, one he learned in his 20s, from a man named Herman Holden. Now, he carries on the tradition, crafting the baskets and setting up shop at the NC farmers market where he’s been a regular for many years.
Learn more about Neal and watch a video of his process, from tree-felling to weaving.
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The August “Where Is This” photo by Tideland EMC member Rachel Hollowell features the Weathered Soul Shoppe, located on NC Highway 99 in Pinetown, just outside of Belhaven. This Beaufort County store, known as the “Cool Shoppe for the Coolest People,” features antiques, rustic furniture and hand-painted decorative items, with a large selection of locally made art, crafts, jewelry and soaps. Readers commented that the store is fun to browse for treasure. The winning entry chosen at random from all correct submissions came from Ryan Mooney of Rougemont, a Piedmont Electric member.
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Multiple entries from the same person will be disqualified. The winner, chosen at random and announced in our December issue, will receive $25.
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The leaves are changing and a wide range of colorful events are sweeping our state. Autumn is a perfect time to take in everything North Carolina has to o er, from the gorgeous weather to local foods to traditional music.
We’ve put together a selection of fall fairs and festivals across the state. Whether you’re looking for carnival rides and games, arts and crafts or outdoor music – or if you’re just here for the food – you’re sure to find something on our list that strikes your fancy. all in one place
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