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N.C. Court of Appeals to hear Jefferson Griffin's protest to overturn state Supreme Court race

By Aiden Hall | March 21

Republican Court of Appeals Judge Jefferson Griffin will present an oral argument on his case to overturn the 2024 NC Supreme Court race on Friday to ...

Carrboro Town Council meets to discuss budget outlook, Transgender Day of Visibility

By Isabelle Pala | March 21

Council Member Catherine Fray proclaimed March 31 as Transgender Day of Visibility in Carrboro.

Orange County BOCC discusses OWASA update, occupancy tax spending

By Lola Oliverio | March 21

Orange County's occupancy tax laws differ from North Carolina guidelines.

N.C. lawmakers, Gov. Josh Stein initiate statewide efficiency efforts

By Jessica Hudnut | March 20

The House Select Committee on Government Efficiency formed in January. It will investigate state and local government spending and make recommendations ...

Word on the Street: What kind of food is Carrboro missing?

By Isaac Carter | March 18

City & State Staff Writer Isaac Carter asked Carrboro residents what cuisines they wish they could find in town.

'Not going away': Local food banks face threats to funding sources

By Sarah Clements | March 18

SNAP provides food aid for 13 percent of North Carolinians. Cuts to SNAP or similar programs may leave families with tough decisions to make.

Tonya Council opens new Southern restaurant, continues family legacy

By Taylor Motley | March 18

Tonya's Cafe, located next to Tonya's Cookies & Bakeshop on 400 S. Elliott Rd., will open on March 19.

'It has just taken off': SaBean’s Coffee and Smiles sees momentum after December opening

By Quinn Groves | March 18

The coffee shop's opening was a long time coming for owner Sabine Farer-Buers. The store's name is a play on how Americans pronounce her first name as ...

Chapel Hill and Carrboro Town Council members share their favorite recipes

By Brantley Aycock | March 18

Randee Haven-O'Donnell's brown rice is a staple, Theodore Nollert's mom used to cook him chalupas after soccer practice and Barbara Foushee's husband ...

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Duke Energy asks Orange County court to dismiss Carrboro lawsuit

By Lucy Marques | March 17

The motion alleges that Carrboro is exceeding its authority as a municipality.

Threat of immigration crackdowns spark fear for N.C. farmers, threaten food chains

By Kristin Kharrat | March 17

According to a 2023 study from the N.C. Department of Commerce, about one in four agriculture workers in North Carolina are immigrants.

'Build and maintain': Orange County Visitors Bureau introduces four new board members

By Lauren Zola | March 17

Craig Lloyd, Lisa Kaylie, Sally Greene and Creston Woods will join the board of the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau.

OB-GYN residents reflect on changing standards post-Roe, weigh community impact

By Defne Önal | March 16

OB-GYN residents in North Carolina navigate the impact of the reversal of Roe v. Wade on reproductive health care and professional training.

Wayne Goodwin steps down as NCDMV commissioner after three years

By Phoebe Martel | March 16

Goodwin's tenure was marked by criticism from members of the North Carolina Republican party despite reported successes.

Orange County Board of Education meets to discuss staffing goals

By Quinn Groves | March 12

Jeff Koweek, the district's chief human resources officer presented an update to the board on retaining and supporting high quality staff.

'What keeps people alive': Community holds Stand Up For Science rally in Raleigh

By Freya McNeill | March 11

The protesters gathered at Halifax Mall on Friday to speak about funding cuts and President Donald Trump's executive orders.

Orange County BOCC votes to reject proposed Fiddlehead Corner development

By Brantley Aycock | March 9

The development would have required Orange County to make changes to its zoning policies.

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Legacy in every stitch: Andrea Carter's textile art exhibit in Chapel Hill Town Hall

By Ava Beahn | March 5

Andrea Carter showcases a collection of works completed over several years, highlighting colorful fabrics and quilted art with an emphasis on its connection ...