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8 2022 Henry River Mill Village in Burke County is one of the spooky spots we explore on page 8. Though it has its share of ghost stories, the village, undergoing restoration, is a great destination to explore and get a taste of what life was like in an early 1900s textile mill village. Photo by Walter Arnold Photography. OnFavoritestheCover 8 Haunting Tales North Carolina is rife with spooky spots. 18 Encore Performer Lady tulips can stand the test of time. 20 Queen of the Drive-In Sherry Barnes turned tragedy into a triumph. 2 From Our Readers 4 Viewpoints 6 More Power 16 Energy Sense 18 Carolina Gardens 21 Marketplace 22 Carolina Kitchen 24 Where is This? 24 Carolina Creators CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Carolina Country Scenes Get your cameras at the ready! Send us your favorite photo of people or scenes from around the state to be considered for our annual photo contest. See page 2 for details. carolinacountry.com | 1 Volume 54, No. 10
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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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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.
Why Membership Matters
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?
■ Autonomy and Independence
■ Cooperation Among Cooperatives
■ Concern for Community
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.
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
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:
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■ Members’ Economic Participation
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■ Education, Training and Information
As a member of the cooperative, you are an owner in the company
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.
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.
■ Democratic Member Control
■ Open and Voluntary Membership
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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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“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.
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.
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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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).
Fleet technicians train to Keep co-op Fleets on the cutting edge
“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
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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.
■ 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.
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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:
■ 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.
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.
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—Justin Luebbert, NRECA
Cybersecurity Through Cooperation
■ 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.
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“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.”
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.
Heads Will Swim
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In typical Halloween fashion, it’s time to have a good scare, so gather 'round for three truly haunting stories from North Carolina.
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
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.”
“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.”
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.
“I once said you can't swing a boat oar on Ocracoke without it going through a ghost,” he says. “The living
For those visiting — after you’re chased through Springer’s Point by Blackbeard’s figure — venturedisembodiedtooneofthe island’s
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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.
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Visit carolincountry.com/extras to watch Michael Greene’s thermal video of what could be Bigfoot in the Uwharrie National Forest.
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As school activities pick up and your own schedule changes, sometimes it can be difficult to break a newly found family routine or catch up with a friend beyond, “How’s it been going?” Here are five fun activities that can strengthen bonds and be the spice everyone needs to reawaken their inner light.
Rue Reynold is the editorial assistant for Carolina Country.
Break routines and rediscover what matters
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1 Cooking and baking
2 Escape rooms
Venturing into an escape room can be the ultimate bonding experience for friends and family because it utilizes teamwork, communication and allows each person to individually shine. From secrets hidden in laboratories to mysteries cloaked in the darkness of a spooky dungeon, escape rooms can take on various themes that will lead to a new adventure each time. Escape rooms also have a variety of difficulty levels, so budding sleuths of all abilities have a chance to crack the case and solve the mystery.
3 Explore
Time in the kitchen can go from routine to an adventure when loved ones get involved. Spice things up by requiring “secret” ingredients in meals or picking a new dish or food item no one has tried before. Spending time creating meals and desserts gives everyone the chance to catch-up, have meaningful discussions, and is a great opportunity to try something new that the group can experience together.
New experiences await closer to home than you might think. Not only will you create memories that will last a lifetime, but you may also discover sides to yourself (and others) that you didn’t know were present.
Whether it’s painting, needlework, paper crafts, soapmaking or woodwork, there is something for everyone. Engaging in handcrafts provides everyone the chance to express themselves, be creative and feel a sense of pride and accomplishment, regardless of age or skill level. Completed projects can be given as gifts or have practical uses in your home (such as body soaps, quilted blankets or knitted clothing). Crafting together is a great opportunity to bond with loved ones, encourage one another and can even help relieve stress after an overwhelming day.
5 Weekend get-together
5 Interactive Activities that Strengthen Bonds
Planning to spend time together in advance makes a weekend with friends or family more exciting because the world becomes an open book. From morning catchups and daylight outings to party games and late-night talks, there are many opportunities to strengthen bonds in meaningful ways.
Visiting new places with loved ones doesn’t have to be restricted to vacations or study trips. Any unexplored road, unvisited store or even unknown restaurant is an adventure. Take this opportunity to break away from the usual routine and explore new places with friends or family.
4 Handcrafts
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It is time for our 9th Annual Member Photo Contest! Prizes will be awarded for the top three winners: 1st place wins a $100 bill credit and will be featured on the cover of our Annual Report, 2nd place wins a $50 bill credit, and 3rd place wins a $25 bill credit. In addition to the top three, nine photo submissions will be featured in the 2024 CHEC Member Calendar. Photos must be taken on Hatteras Island and be submitted by February 1, 2023. Winners will be announced in the April 2023 Carolina Country magazine. For a full list of rules, visit chec.coop/photocontest.
Cost of Service Study Underway
Objectivity is the key to producing an accurate cost of service study. For that reason, CHEC has contracted with the National Rural Utilities Cooperative Finance Corporation to take our financial information and cost projections and present the cooperative with recommendations for our future rates. We anticipate the study to be completed in the late fall of this year.
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CHEC is a not-for-profit utility. It is our goal to provide the most reliable electric service at the least cost possible. Our rates are designed to cover the costs of providing power to all our members. We will continue to look for cost saving measures to minimize the impact of rate changes to our members and will continue to offer energy efficiency programs that help our members reduce their monthly electricity bill such as complimentary home energy audits and guidance on the installation of renewable options like residential solar. For more information on these programs and resources, visit chec.coop/energysolutions.
Here on Hatteras Island, facilities are subjected to extreme coastal conditions and rapidly deteriorating electric infrastructure requiring increased maintenance and depreciation expense. Our current construction work plan includes several large construction and maintenance projects, including a Hatteras substation transformer upgrade, foundation repairs in the Buxton substation, 115kV line switch replacements and 115kV and 34.5kV line pole replacements. In addition, the cooperative has been working to install transmission cables on the newly opened jug handle bridge in Rodanthe. This project will cost approximately $15 million.
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today’s modern, connected world, having a reliable source of safe and affordable electricity is crucial. That’s what Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative strives to deliver to you all day, every day. We’re proud of our efforts to serve your needs with competitively priced electricity, responsive member services, proactive and necessary investments in the electricity grid, all while maintaining the financial ability to retire member capital credits on a regularWithbasis.system improvements, increases in the cost of purchased power and installation of transmission cables on the new jug handle bridge in Rodanthe, it has come time to perform a cost of service study. The study provides in-depth analysis of revenues, expenses and future cost projections to determine how much revenue will be needed to meet the financial obligations of the cooperative. The last cost of service study was conducted in 2017.
During a cost of service study, rates are examined and recommendations for changes are made concerning the base charge, rate structures and the cost per kWh. Today’s rising costs of fuel and equipment, coupled with increased energy demand, has many utilities facing similar cost pressures. However, CHEC has some additional financial pressures.
Finally, all costs associated with these required capital improvements will not produce any additional revenue to recoup those costs. These are all factors that will be considered in the study.
In every cost of service study difficult decisions must be made to equitably distribute the revenue requirements over the various rates and their components. For example, options such as a change in the per kWh rate or the introduction of new rate structures, including additional time-of-use options, could be used to meet future revenue requirements.
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Similar to how our wires run across Hatteras Island, our concern for community flows through all of our decisions because being a cooperative means being a responsible partner and good neighbor. We work to help our island community thrive through initiatives led by our employees and a local board that’s comprised of neighbors who live right here in our community. Because we’re local, we understand our island’s unique needs and strive to meet them.
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October is National Co-op Month, an annual celebration of what makes co-ops different and the difference co-ops make. It’s also a time to celebrate you! After all, CHEC wouldn’t exist without you, our members.
Susan E. Flythe, executive vice president & general manager
Laura Ertle, editor
Our core business purpose is to serve as your electricity provider, but the larger mission of the cooperative is to help make our corner of the world a better place. “Concern for community” is one of the seven guiding principles that all cooperatives share.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
The principle of “concern for community” is woven deeply into programs like Bright Ideas Education Grants, Youth Tour, Touchstone Energy Sports Camps, scholastic scholarships and our rural economic development work. With your help, we offer Operation Round-up to provide assistance to our community’s most vulnerable.
Celebrating Members: October is National Co-op Month
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Richard A. (Richie) Midgett, president; John R. Hooper, vice president; Dan G. Oden, Jr., secretary-treasurer; Angela Conner Tawes; Bryan Mattingly; Tami J. Thompson, Briggs McEwan
CHEC is 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 cooperative – built by the members we serve.
To learn more about CHEC and the value of your co-op membership, visit chec.coop.
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 programmable thermostat programs, appliance rebates, time-of-use rates, and prepaid metering. To help empower you to manage energy use at home, we offer a recently updated online customer service portal. Through the portal, you can conveniently monitor and manage your energy use.
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The word “cooperative” means people working together toward a common goal – mutually benefiting one another and the larger community. That is the essence of the cooperative spirit.
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½ teaspoon finely chopped garlic
16 fluid ounces heavy cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon butter
Add heavy cream and water; stir to incorporate tomato paste evenly. Bring to Tosssimmer.incooked pasta. Add Parmesan, fresh basil and salt.
6 tablespoons sugar
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Personalize this sweet treat by adding whipped cream and strawberries to suit individual tastes.
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 box penne pasta
To make shortcakes: Preheat oven to 475 degrees.
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups heavy cream, directly from refrigerator
1 pinch red pepper flakes
Yield: 5 servings
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted 1 tablespoon sugar
Whipped cream
To make whipped cream: In chilled bowl, using electric hand mixer or stand mixer on high, whisk chilled heavy cream, powdered sugar and vanilla extract until heavy cream thickens and stiff peaks form.
In small bowl, mix ¾ cup heavy cream and lemon juice; set aside 2–3 minutes, or until it begins to curdle.
Knead dough a few times then shape into 1-inch tall circle. Cut circle into eight wedges. Transfer wedges onto baking sheet lined with parch ment paper. Brush tops of biscuits generously with additional heavy cream and sprinkle sugar on top.
½ cup tomato paste
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Yield: 8 servings
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Bake 10–12 minutes, rotating sheet halfway through baking. Biscuits should be golden brown. Cool before assembling.Spliteach biscuit in half. Spoon strawberries over half of biscuits. Add dollop of whipped cream on top. Layer other biscuit half on top followed by more strawberries and whipped cream.
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
In pan over moderate heat, melt butter. Add onions and garlic. Cover and cook until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.Addtomato paste and red pepper flakes. Cook until tomato paste starts to lightly brown.
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
Strawberries
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ cup chopped white or yellow onion
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To make strawberries: In bowl, toss sliced strawberries and sugar. Let berries sit 30 minutes to 2 hours before serving.
Add apple cider vinegar and stir well. Cook over high heat until liquid is reduced by about half.
In large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir in butter and heavy cream mixture.
¾ cup chilled heavy cream, plus additional for brushing, divided
¼ cup water
2 pounds strawberries, hulled and sliced
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2 cups flour
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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.
By Miranda Boutelle
Where to insulate
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.
Think of insulation as a cozy sweater and air sealing as a windbreaker for your home.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
This column was written by Miranda Boutelle of the Efficiency Services Group. Visit carolinacountry.com/your-energy for more ideas on energy efficiency.
Making insulation and air sealing a priority adds comfort, efficiency and savings to your home.
Importance of air sealing
Sheet metal and high-temperature heat-resistant caulk should be used to seal gaps between framing, chimneys and metal flues.
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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.
Insulation rating
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
DIY considerations
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.
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.
Lady tulips can stand the test of time
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.
“Lilac Wonder” is another pretty species tulip.
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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.
L.A. Jackson is the former editor of Carolina Gardener Magazine. Contact L.A. at lajackson1@gmail.com
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.
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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.
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).
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.
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.
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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Cynthia is a species tulip that can be a beautiful repeat performer in spring gardens.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.”
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ife can change in the blink of an eye. No one knows that better than Sherry Barnes.
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.
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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.
“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.”
says. “But they said they were running behind on another job and they would come back in 10 days.”
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.
“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.”
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½ teaspoon salt
1 large sweet onion, diced
2 large carrots, peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces
2–3 parsnips, peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces
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.
Fall Fruitcake
3 tablespoons pumpkin or apple pie spice
1 cup vegetable oil
1 pound ground chicken*
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.
Yield: Makes 5–6 quarts
Harvest Time Cabbage & Root Vegetable Soup
Several bay leaves
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.
2 medium turnips, peeled, cut into ½-inch pieces
2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted 1 teaspoon baking soda
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 large sweet potato, cut in ¾-inch cubes
1 package (12 ounce) smoked sausage, cut in ½-inch cubes*
3 cloves garlic, minced
*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.
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.
3 large eggs
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.
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 sorghumtablespoonsmolasses
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
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
²/₃ cup chopped nuts, any kind, optional
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1¾ cups sugar
1 teaspoon rum extract, optional
3 Gala apples, peeled, cored, seeded and roughly chopped
1 can (29 ounce) puréed tomatoes, optionalFreshparsley to garnish, optional
3 pears, peeled, cored, seeded and roughly chopped
½ cup raisins
½ cup chopped dates
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4–5 cups chopped cabbage
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Salt-free “everything” seasoning, optional
1 teaspoon baking soda
From Your Kitchen
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Best if enjoyed soon after baking but will keep in refrigerator for several days in covered container.
Yield: Makes about 2 dozen crackers
Crispy Butterscotch Cookies
½ teaspoon of salt 2 large eggs 1 cup margarinebuttersoftenedor
Gradually add the flour mixture and mix well. Stir in the butterscotch chips and nuts.
Recipe courtesy of Andrea Kyker of Franklinville, a member of Randolph EMC.
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!
2½ cups all-purpose flour
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.)
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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!
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Drop by rounded tablespoon or roll in balls and place on ungreased baking sheets. Leave room for spreading.
1 medium cauliflower
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Pinch of crushed red pepper
Once dried and cooled, combine with remaining ingredients except seasoning.
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.
Combine the flour, baking soda and salt in a bowl. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, butter, sugars and vanilla extract until creamy.
Bake for 9–12 minutes or until golden; cool on baking sheet.
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1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix
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¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
¾ cup brownpackedsugar
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.
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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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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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