Welcome, it's so nice to meet you! I'm from NC myself and this year started raising chickens and well... chicken math took over and the addiction began! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do here...I have met many wonderful friends and learned SOOOO much from many of the pros. Jump right on in, you will feel right at home in no time!
P.S. Our Red Sex-Links do well in the heat here in NC. But it may get a lot hotter where you are located.
Wow. I haven't checked my acct in awhile, and am grateful for the flood of recommendations for my flock. Here is what I have: 3 Barred Rocks, 1 Leghorn, Black Star, R. I. Red, and a Buff Orpington