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Estes Drive reopens to two-way traffic after two-year closure for improvements

By Aiden Hall | June 16

Though both lanes are now open, the work is not done yet. Concrete repairs, pedestrian refuge islands, turning lanes and a final paving and line marking ...

Orange County proposes education, municipal bond referendums for 2024 election

By McKenzie Bulris | June 13

The largest bond for consideration will be a $300 million bond referendum to support school facilities in Orange County. Chapel Hill voters will also ...

Chapel Hill Town Council discusses apartment development, police station relocation

By Lola Oliverio | June 13

The Chapel Hill Town Council met on Wednesday, June 12, to discuss a proposed apartment complex development and the relocation of the Chapel Hill Police ...

A guide to Triangle communities celebrating Juneteenth

By Lola Oliverio | June 10

Juneteenth is a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of African Americans from slavery in the United States, which occurred on June 19, 1865. Several ...

CHHS students raise over $20,000 to buy retiring teacher a new car

By Lola Oliverio | June 9

In May, Chapel Hill High School junior Lyla Berman created a GoFundMe after hearing that history teacher Bill Melega had been driving the same car for ...

Chapel Hill Town Council approves 2024-25 FY budget, discusses bonds

By Sarah Clements | June 6

On June 5, the Chapel Hill Town Council held a regular meeting in which they approved the FY 2024-25 budget as well as discussed affordable housing and ...

North Carolina begins phasing out old driver's licenses for updated design

By Aiden Hall | June 6

The N.C. Department of Motor Vehicles will begin phasing out the old driver's license design in favor of a new design, with over 50 new security features ...

A guide to understanding Chapel Hill's government

By Lola Oliverio | June 2

Exploring Chapel Hill's Council-Manager Government: An overview of the Town Council, Advisory Boards and Local Representatives

Carrboro Town Council discusses House Bill 237, rezoning requests

By McKenzie Bulris | May 28

The Carrboro Town Council met on Tuesday, May 21 to discuss topics including the N.C. General Assembly House Bill 237 — about restricting and penalizing ...

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Chapel Hill Town Manager's Office presents 2024-25 budget proposal

By Sarah Clements | May 21

The proposal has a 4 percent increase from last year's budget as part of a five-year plan to catch up on maintenance projects or fleet needs that had ...

'It's beautiful in there': Cosmic Cantina relocates to 118 E. Franklin St.

By Lola Oliverio | May 15

Cosmic Cantina has relocated from 128 E. Franklin St. to 118 E. Franklin St. as a part of UNC’s Campus Master Plan. The new location has a fresh juice ...

Chapel Hill, Carrboro officials respond to parking availability and occupancy

By Lola Oliverio | May 3

With the upcoming completion of the East Rosemary Street parking deck, the town's parking availability will increase by 200-300 spaces.

Home boutique Glass Box opens inside Moshi Moshi Salon on Franklin Street

By Sierra President | May 1

Catlin Hettel, the owner of Moshi Moshi Salon, said after she spread the word about wanting to open a shop inside the salon, she found out Gaussen Hamner, ...

Chapel Hill anticipates upcoming 100 percent affordable housing developments

By Maddie Policastro | May 1

Projected completion dates span over the next five years and include three types of projects — inclusionary housing, partnerships with outside developers, ...

Carrboro Town Council discusses land use ordinance changes and ARPA funding

By Sophie Baglioni | April 29

The text amendments created a new zoning type for small restaurants and increased housing density.

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Q&A: Chapel Hill resident and 'Jeopardy!' winner Marko Saric reflects on show experience

By Caroline Horne | April 29

The Daily Tar Heel’s Caroline Horne spoke with Chapel Hill resident and “Jeopardy!” winner Marko Saric about his local connection and experience ...

'Meet me there': Community members anticipate Carrboro Day celebration

By Grace Whittemore | April 29

“Carrboro Day is a celebration of our town and the people in it but certainly it is another opportunity for some of our departments and Town staff to ...

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Students create a bucket list for the perfect Chapel Hill summer

By Adele Harris | April 28

From kayaking at Jordan Lake to watching movies to escape the heat, there's a range of summer activities in Chapel Hill for those staying in the area ...

24th annual Mildred Council Community Dinner will emphasize community, honor legacies

By Kristin Kharrat | April 25

The 24th annual Mildred Council Community Dinner will be on Sunday, April 28. The event aims to bring the community together and pay homage to its creator, ...

Chapel Hill, Carrboro communities prioritize environmental sustainability

By Sarah Smiley | April 22

Mitigating climate change has long been a priority for Chapel Hill and Carrboro community members. Leaders from both towns have made commitments to environmental ...