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DECEMBEr Quick Hits
Fun Festivities Celebrate the holidays with your community. Check local town calendars to find light festivals, Christmas markets and more.
Merry & Bright As you put up your holiday lights, remember not to overload one outlet or extension cord with plugs.
Blanket your Home Winter officially starts on Dec. 21. Make sure your house is well-insulated to keep the warm air in and cold air out.
Safe Trees Always place live Christmas trees away from heat sources and keep the base filled with water.
Co-op Members in Need Benefit From Energy Efficiency Partnership
Several of North Carolina’s electric cooperatives have partnered with Advanced Energy, the Raleigh-based nonprofit energy consulting firm, to establish a program that provides energy efficiency upgrades to reduce home heating and cooling costs for members in need. Supported by federal funding, selected members use the program to connect with energy experts and resources to make upgrades that result in long-term energy savings.
Called the Enhancing Electric Cooperative Rebate Program (EECRP), participating cooperatives were selected based on a variety of factors, including existing home energy rebate programs. While the program may expand in the future, cooperatives participating in the initial wave included Brunswick Electric, Pee Dee Electric, Piedmont Electric Cooperative, Randolph EMC, Roanoke Electric Cooperative and South River EMC.
“Brunswick Electric aims to be more than just an energy provider; we want to be part of the community,” said Brookes Versaggi, communications and member engagement manager at Brunswick Electric. “We’re always proud when we can make a difference in our members’ lives, and we hope for the opportunity to do similar initiatives in the future.”
Since the program’s inception in 2021, 71 cooperative members and their families have received new or upgraded HVAC systems. Heating and air conditioning typically accounts for more than half of total annual energy use in homes, so inefficient systems can lead to higher costs for homeowners.
Beyond HVAC system installations and upgrades, some electric cooperatives were able to fund other efficiency projects using their existing programs. For example, Piedmont Electric’s Helping Hand Foundation funded plumbing and weatherization improvements for participating
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A new HVAC system is installed for a Brunswick Electric member. members. Pee Dee Electric gave eligible members a one-time bill credit for the installation of high efficiency heat pumps. Additionally, many homeowners who participated in the program received new smart thermostats “By increasing energy and upgraded insuefficiency in eligible homes, lation from their cooperative. we can help reduce energy Advanced Energy burden and provide safer, worked with the healthier environments for cooperatives to identify members residents who need it most.” with inefficient HVAC systems living in counties classified as economically distressed. “This program expands Advanced Energy’s service to the local community and makes a positive impact through partnerships with electric cooperatives and local HVAC installers,” said Onté Johnson, project manager at Advanced Energy. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s (NCDEQ) State Energy Office provides the grants for the energy efficiency upgrades, with funding from the CARES Act in 2021 and the American Rescue Plan in 2022. “This project is an extension of DEQ’s commitment to addressing equity and energy affordability for low-income North Carolinians,” said Beth Schrader, director of the NCDEQ State Energy Office. “By increasing energy efficiency in eligible homes, we can help reduce energy burden and provide safer, healthier environments for residents who need it most.” —Chris Nault, North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives
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Electric Co-ops Support NC State Fair’s ‘Field of Dreams’
In October, approximately 20,000 children from across the state visited the Field of Dreams exhibit at the NC State Fair, where they learned about the positive impacts of agriculture in North Carolina. Field of Dreams, a partnership between North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives and the NC Department of Agriculture, highlights the role of the state’s agriculture industry in our everyday lives. The exhibit featured gardens full of dozens of NC-grown crops, helping kids make the connection between the food they see growing and the food they see on their plates.
“There are few organizations out there that have had as big of an impact on rural North Carolina as the network of North Carolina’s 26 electric cooperatives,” said North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. “Without their foresight, rural electrification would have been a long time coming, and the progress we have made would have been even more hard wrought. I can’t stress enough the importance of what they have done to help make agriculture a $92.9 billion industry in North Carolina, and we are proud to have them partner with us to educate the next generation on how much agriculture means to this state.”
Field of Dreams, which marked its 18th year in 2022, is staffed by local FFA chapters and 4-H clubs as well as employees from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Sarah Ray, public information officer for the NC State Fair, noted that “since its inception, Field of Dreams has helped educate almost half a million kids on the importance of knowing where their food comes from and the positive impact buying local has on our state.”
It’s beginning to look a lot like Santa
Wayne Lanning exudes Christmas cheer year-round
By Leah Chester-Davis
veryone can sense that jolly ol’ Saint Nick is near. Wayne Lanning never considered playing Santa until about 20 years ago. At the time, he was enjoying holiday festivities in his hometown of Lexington with his wife, Jeanie, and young granddaughter, Haley, when she spotted Santa Claus and started calling her grandpa, Santa. His wife looked at Wayne and acknowledged that he, indeed, looked like Santa and encouraged him to grow out his beard.
As his beard grew, his boss, North Carolina’s renowned artist Bob Timberlake, and co-workers at Bob Timberlake Gallery began saying, “It’s beginning to look a lot like Santa.”
When Wayne’s birthday rolled around, Bob, who Wayne considers not only his employer but a dear friend, gifted Wayne a trip to the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School in Midland, Michigan.
“Bob sent me to Santa school, paid for my flight there and back, my hotel room, my tuition fee, and bought my first suit,” Wayne says. The school stresses the importance of being Santa and helping contribute to the magic of childhood and special memories, the traditions and customs, and how to interact with children and parents. The weeklong school started an adventure that both men seem to relish and share, and they have collected many stories through the years. Wayne, who has worked with Bob Timberlake for 30 years, makes an appearance as Santa every
year at the Timberlake Gallery Open House in Lexington, and the two often enjoy portions of the season together in Blowing Rock.
“He is the epitome of Santa,” Bob says. “He is jovial, happy, outgoing, friendly. He brings joy wherever he goes. We can be in a restaurant in the mountains in July, and little kids can sense his joy and his realism. They can sense he is really Santa Claus. He exudes Christmas to anybody that’s around him — and he does it year-round.”
Wayne loves people and acknowledges he receives comments throughout the year that he looks like Santa but it’s when he dons the Santa suit (he now owns seven) that he feels a transformation take place.
“My whole attitude, everything about me, changes when I put my suit on,” he says. “It seems like a miracle, something happening to you, where you’ll be able to talk to these children and love them. It’s just hard to describe.”
Wayne makes appearances at numerous places every holiday season—working from just before Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve, where you’ll find him at Mt. Zion Wesleyan Church in Thomasville.
But it’s the Brenner Children’s Hospital in Winston-Salem that also holds a special place in his heart. He acknowledges it is his toughest assignment, but the most touching. He tears up thinking about valiant little fighters, who may be quite ill, getting delight out of Santa’s visit. Not only does he take time to visit with children and families, he takes time for photographs with them all.
He often reads the children the classic poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” (more commonly called “The Night Before Christmas”), and joy is added to his appearance when his wife appears by his side as Mrs. Claus.
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Wayne Lanning (left) with Bob Timberlake
When Wayne walks away from interacting with children, his heart swells when he inevitably hears a young voice declare: “That IS the real Santa Claus!”
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Carolina Country Contributing Editor Leah Chester-Davis loves to explore North Carolina. Her business, Chester-Davis Communications (chester-davis.com), specializes in food, farm, gardening and lifestyle brands and organizations.
A Carolina Christmas
By Lori Grossman
Red Bird candy puffs. Thin, crunchy, Moravian cookies. And of course — Santa rappelling down Chimney Rock. Here are a few local sights, sounds and shops to make the holidays special. Call or check websites for the latest times and admission requirements.
Speedway Christmas
Concord | charlottemotorspeedway.com 800-455-FANS This is one of the largest drive-through holiday lights displays in the Southeast. And don’t miss the drive-in Christmas movies shown on the Speedway’s 16,000-square-foot TV!
25th Annual Santa on the Chimney
Chimney Rock State Park chimneyrockpark.com | 828-625-9611 This 315-foot-tall rock formation draws over a quarter million visitors each year — including Santa Claus! Watch Santa rappel down Chimney Rock on the first two Saturdays in December.
Christmas Town USA
McAdenville mcAdenville-christmastown.com 704-824-3190 Throughout December, this small town glows with red, green, and white lights and resounds with seasonal music. Drive through or walk.
National Gingerbread House Competition
Asheville | bit.ly/omni-gbread 800-438-5800 No, these aren’t your Nana’s gingerbread houses — they’re amazingly detailed works of art at the annual contest hosted at the Omni Grove Park Inn.
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House of Morgan Pewter
Kinston | houseofmorganpewter.net 252-526-1605 Stuck for gift ideas? This family-owned company offers over 800 handcrafted pewter items. They have something for everyone, with free shipping on all U.S. orders.
Weaver’s Department Store
weaversdepartmentstore.com 256-650-5999 Weaver’s is based in Alabama, but this store’s website is bliss for any fan of the Andy Griffith Show. Collectibles, food items, clothing and more can all be purchased online.
Mrs. Hanes’ Hand-Made Moravian Cookies
Clemmons | hanescookies.com 888-764-1402 Everyone loves them — even Oprah! Indulge your cookie craving with your choice of six flavors: sugar, chocolate, ginger, lemon, butterscotch and black walnut.
O.P. Taylor’s Toy Store
Brevard | optaylors.com | 828-883-2309 John Taylor is the big kid who owns this store, plus locations in Hendersonville and Greenville, South Carolina. No video games here. Show your kids the toys you loved.
Red Bird Peppermints
Lexington | piedmontcandy.com 336-248-2477 It wouldn’t be an NC Christmas without these yummy candies from Piedmont Candy Company. They’re allergen-free, kosher, non-GMO, and 100% cane sugar.
Freelance writer Lori Grossman currently lives in Texas, but carries memories of North Carolina in her heart.
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Co-op brightens classrooms
Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative (CCEC) and the Carteret-Craven Electric Foundation have awarded $26,882 in Bright Ideas education grants to 41 local teachers to fund engaging projects for their students. More than 9,644 students at schools in Carteret County and Havelock will benefit from these grants.
“Educators who win Bright Ideas grants are going above and beyond for their students,” said Melissa Glenn, communications director at CCEC. “We are excited to support their innovative and creative learning initiatives through the Bright Ideas program each year.”
Winners were recognized recently by the CCEC “prize patrol” at their schools. Winning projects cover nearly all subjects, including science, math, technology, art, music and more.
Since the Bright Ideas grant program began in 1994, CCEC and its foundation have contributed more than $588,000 to local teachers.
CCEC is one of 26 electric cooperatives in North Carolina offering Bright Ideas grants to local teachers. Since 1994, North Carolina’s electric cooperatives collectively have awarded more than $14 million in Bright Ideas funding for
nearly 13,500 projects benefitting more than 2.7 million students. Bright Ideas grant applications are accepted by the co-op each year from April through mid-September, and winning proposals are selected in a competitive evaluation process by a panel of judges. The Bright Ideas grant program is part of Cartereton the web Craven Electric Cooperative’s ongoing commitment to building a brighter future through community support Sign up for paperless of education. billing in December for a Learn more about the Bright Ideas education grant chance to win a $100 Visa gift card. Enroll online at: program at ncbrightideas.com. For the list of this year's winners, visit ccemc.com/BrightIdeas. carteretcraven.coop
CCEC CEO Jake Joplin, CCPS Superintendent Richard Paylor, and Beaufort Elementary School Bright Ideas winners Karen Wood, Amy Wilson, Margaret Fulford and Laura Simmons. Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative
Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative Christmas greetings from your board of directors
This season means so many things to each of our members. For some, it's the chance to observe faithbased holidays like Christmas and Hanukkah — for others, it's a seasonal reminder to enjoy time with family and friends over great food and gift exchanges.
Whatever the celebration, one thing is consistent: this is the season of giving. Giving Back to Our Members
As a member of this electric cooperative, you actually own a portion of CCEC, and when you pay your bill each month, you are earning equity in the cooperative. Unlike electric utilities that generate margins on behalf of investors and shareholders, CCEC and other cooperatives return the margins earned to their members. In September, the co-op returned $3.51 million in capital credits to members and former members. It really pays to be a co-op member!
In October, the board of directors voted to increase the wholesale power cost adjustment (WPCA) credit to $6 per 1,000 kWh of electricity used for the months of November and December.
We are always looking for ways to improve efficiencies and spend your money wisely, whether in the tasks we do every day, the materials and supplies we purchase or the technologies we invest in. We recognize that you — our members — are the owners of this organization and want to provide you the most reliable energy at the lowest possible cost. Giving Back to Our Communities
Co-op employees and board members live, work and volunteer in our service territory because they believe helping others is a vital part of strengthening our communities.
It’s you, however, who have the greatest impact on our communities through your participation in Operation RoundUP®. Because of your generosity, we have contributed more than $105,000 this year to support our neighbors and communities. Operation RoundUP provided funding to local agencies assisting with rent assistance, food pantries, healthcare programs, shelters for the homeless and victims of domestic violence, and so much more.
We were proud to provide almost $27,000 in Bright Ideas grants to local educators, impacting more than 9,600 students in our service area (see page 11). Five local students received $4,000 college scholarships, and we are now accepting applications for 2023. We continue to give back this holiday season through Operation Christmas Cheer by providing a “Christmas” for members in need.
We can’t thank you enough for “rounding up,” and we believe no matter how great or small the act, you strengthen our communities every time you give back.
This holiday season, we wish you and your loved ones peace, joy and prosperity. We know that the future will be bright because of you —the members we proudly serve.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from your directors. From left: Thom Styron, Alvin West, Amy Lock, Fred Fulcher, Doug Fulcher, Anthony Nelson, and Deloria Irby. Seated: Jim Schmitt and Ben Ball.
Co-op under construction
The co-op's Newport office is undergoing renovations to help us serve you better! The main lobby, drive-thru, and payment drop box are currently closed. CCEC members who visit the cooperative should follow the signs to the designated parking area and temporary customer service entrance. Construction is scheduled to be completed by Jan. 31. Need to pay your bill but want to avoid the construction zone? Use our pay-by-phone account inquiry and payment line. Dial 252.777.5150 and you will be guided through the payment process.
Just in time for the holidays! CCEC members are paying less for electricity on bills mailed in November and December thanks to a credit increase in the wholesale power cost adjustment (WPCA). The credit is going from $2.50 per 1,000 kWh of electricity to $6.
If your monthly use is 1,000 kWh, then you can expect to see a $6 decrease in your bill.
The WPCA reflects increases or decreases in the cost of electricity Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative purchases from its wholesale power supplier for distribution to its members.
Our wholesale power costs have been less than expected, and we are passing on the savings to you. The lower cost comes, in part, from members' participation in the co-op’s demand reduction efforts, such as our Connect to Save (connecttosavenc.com) smart thermostat program and our Time-of-Use program (ccemc.com/TOU).
Our annual budget and rates are based on our best projections of what we expect to pay for electricity in the wholesale market and what our projected kilowatt-hour (kWh) sales are for the year. The WPCA is subject to change during the year to adjust when projected power costs and actual power costs fluctuate. The wholesale power cost adjustment clause has been in effect in all of CCEC’s rates since the 1970s and is common practice among electric co-ops nationwide.
Unclaimed capital credits — check the list
We are holding more than $1.96 million in unclaimed money, and want to get it back to its owners.
Each year, former CCEC members leave money behind when they don’t give us a forwarding address. That money is their share of capital credits allocated to their account when they were co-op members.
You can look for unclaimed funds on our website. Enter a name in the unclaimed capital credits search at ccemc.com/CapitalCredits.
If you know someone on the list, contact them so they can let us know their current address. To update your address information, call us at 252.247.3107.
If you move from our area, the capital credits in your account remain there until they are retired. After three years, unclaimed funds go to the state.
Over the past five years, the co-op has handed over $2,745,467 in unclaimed capital credits to the Department of the State Treasurer. That's why it's important to give us a new address anytime you move.
Visit nccash.com to search for unclaimed capital credits, utility deposits and more.
We want YOU to join the co-op's Member Advisory Group
We have established a Member Advisory Group (MAG) made up of co-op members to provide informal feedback and suggestions to help CCEC evaluate its programs, events, and communications. Any CCEC member can apply to join the MAG. There are limited spaces, so if you are interested in joining, please apply soon. Applications and more information are available at ccemc.com/MAG.
Students, apply now to join the Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour in D.C.
Current high school sophomores, juniors and seniors can apply now through Jan. 3 to attend the National Rural Electric Cooperative Youth Tour, taking place in Washington, D.C., from June 17-23, 2023.
CCEC will be sending one student on an allexpense-paid trip, joining more than 1,800 students from across the country to meet elected representatives, visit historic sites and museums, and learn about our nation’s history and the cooperative business model. Applications and more information are available at ccemc.com/YouthTour.
Carteret-Craven Electric Cooperative Five ways to fight winter's chill and save
We all have our favorite season. Some people love crisp, cool weather and bundling up under a favorite blanket, while others prefer the warm temperatures summer brings and all fun outdoor activities that go with it.
But there’s one thing we can all agree on: high winter bills are never fun. CCEC is here to help you find ways to manage your energy use and keep winter bills in check.
Here are five tips to help increase your home’s energy efficiency this winter: è Consider your approach to appliance use. When combined, appliances and electronics account for a significant chunk of our home energy use, so assess how efficiently you’re using them. For example, if you’re running the dishwasher or clothes washer, only wash full loads. Look for electronic devices that consume energy even when they’re not in use, like phone chargers or game consoles.
Every little bit helps, so unplug them to save energy. è Mind the thermostat. This is one of the easiest ways to manage your home energy use. We recommend setting your thermostat to 68 degrees (or lower) when you’re home. When you’re sleeping or away for an extended period of time, try setting it even lower; there’s no need to heat your home when you’re away or sleeping and less active. è Button up your home. The Department of Energy estimates that air leaks account for 24% to 40% of the energy used for heating and cooling at home.
Caulking and weather stripping around windows and doors is another simple, cost-effective way to increase comfort and save energy. If you can feel drafts while standing near a window or door, it likely needs to be sealed. è Use window coverings wisely. Open blinds, drapes or other window coverings during the day to allow natural sunlight in to warm your home. Close them at night to keep the cold, drafty air out. If you feel cold air around windows, consider hanging curtains or drapes in a thicker material; heavier window coverings can make a significant difference in blocking cold outdoor air. è Think outside the box. If you’re still feeling chilly at home, think of other ways to warm up—beyond dialing up the thermostat. Add layers of clothing, wear thick socks and bundle up under blankets. You can even add layers to your home! If you have hard-surface flooring, consider using an area rug to block cold air that leaks in through the floor.
If you’re taking steps to save energy but continue to see major increases in your bills, give us a call at 252.247.3107. CCEC’s energy experts can help identify areas and other factors impacting your home energy use and recommend next steps for savings.
Winter often brings some of the highest energy bills of the year. By being proactive about saving energy, you can increase the comfort of your home and reduce monthly bills. Visit ccemc.com/EnergySavings for more energy-saving tips.
High school scholarships available: Apply now!
Attention high school seniors: What are you doing over the Christmas break?
If you are planning on attending college in the fall of 2023, the break is the perfect time to apply for one of five Carteret-Craven Electric Foundation scholarships.
Five students will be selected to earn $4,000 each for four years of study. One student each from East Carteret, West Carteret, Croatan and Havelock high schools will be selected, with the fifth recipient being the next highest scoring applicant among all the applications submitted and may include applicants from other schools, such as Jones Senior High School and Gramercy.
The scholarship program is open to students whose primary residence is on the co-op’s lines. Additional requirements and the application are available at ccemc.com/Scholarships.
Applications also are available from the school counselors' offices and our offices at 1300 Highway 24, Newport, and 450 McCotter Boulevard, Havelock. The deadline is March 1, 2023.
Offices
1300 Highway 24 Newport, NC 450 McCotter Blvd. Havelock, NC
Contact
252.247.3107 1.800.682.2217
Enroll in Connect to Save and get a free smart thermostat.
During this season of giving, we have teamed up with thermostat manufacturers like ecobee, Google and Honeywell to offer our members the gift of a FREE or deeply discounted smart thermostat. Enroll in Carteret-Craven EC’s Connect to Save program Dec. 8–Jan. 3 to select a smart thermostat with FREE professional installation. You’ll also earn $50 annually for participating—a gift for yourself each year!
Enroll Dec. 8–Jan. 3 to take advantage of these member benefits!
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