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Chapel Hill hosts panelists, community for downtown streetscape workshop

By Makenzie Mills | April 14

The representatives discussed balancing the amount of stoplights for aesthetics and pedestrian safety, using both state and local funds, widening sidewalks ...

New report emphasizes state's continued economic, business growth

By Libby Wakefield | April 11

For the second consecutive year, CNBC declared North Carolina as America’s Top State for Business in 2023 — one of the report's main highlights. CNBC ...

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'We know this is a first step': Carrboro Town Council approves new language plan

By Lola Oliverio | April 11

Goals of the language access project include increasing availability of translated vital documents, developing an internal language access committee, ...

Local nonprofits collaborate to install solar panels on PEACH apartments

By Sophie Baglioni and Sofia Szostczuk | April 10

SolarEquity has partnered with EMPOWERment, Inc. to raise money for the installation of solar panels on the roof of the upcoming PEACH apartments.

Carrboro selects Winston-Salem assistant city manager Patrice Toney as new town manager

By Jessica F. Simmons | April 10

“So we want a very dynamic and experienced town manager, and we feel like we have that in Ms. Toney," Mayor Barbara Foushee said about Patrice ...

Town receives $1.5 million award for Tanyard Branch Trace affordable housing project

By Reyna Drake | April 10

Construction on the development is set to begin this summer and opening is planned for winter 2026.

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Orange County passes resolution to proceed with $300 million school improvement bond

By Grace Whittemore | April 10

The board chose the amount for the bond based on the results of the Woolpert School Facility Study, which assessed the needs of every school in the County. ...

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OCS Board of Education discusses COVID-19 guidelines, budget for next year

By Caroline Horne | April 10

The Orange County Schools Board of Education met Monday night in the Whitted Building in Hillsborough to discuss updated COVID-19 guidelines, budget increases ...

Drive-thrus, building heights and more: Clearing up some local policy misconceptions

By Lola Oliverio | April 9

As Chapel Hill and Carrboro's populations increase, so do questions and misconceptions about affordable housing, stormwater management and zoning.

Revived program seeks to maintain student literacy over summer

By Katelyn Cai | April 9

“It enables kids to escape, it enables kids to find comfort, it enables kids to serve their mental health,” Laura Nolan, a librarian of seven years ...

Chapel Hill Town Council to increase stormwater control requirements

By Kristin Kharrat | April 7

Professional engineer Philip Post said the increase in stormwater requirements will be especially harmful to many smaller projects, specifically affordable ...

'They love the library, and we love them back': CHPL receives national recognition

By Makenzie Mills | April 7

The National Medal for Museum and Library Service is the nation’s highest honor for institutions that make significant and exceptional contributions ...

Carrboro celebrates farmers' market week

By Sarah Lewisohn | April 7

This year marks the 45th anniversary since the Chapel Hill Farmers' market’s opening, commemorated just in time by Mayor Barbara Foushee's declaration ...

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Carrboro selects Buncombe County's Lamar Joyner as new town clerk

By Fiona Wong | April 7

Lamar Joyner, who previously worked as a clerk for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners and as the deputy director for Forsyth County’s Board ...

Triangle area sees record-high estimated tree pollen levels

By Jessica Hudnut | April 4

Monday's pollen count of 16,284 grains exceeded the previous record of 10,995 grains on April 6, 2010. With a recorded 11,340 grains, Wednesday currently ...

New Spanish tapas bar Próximo to fill empty Franklin Street space, open date unclear

By Sophie Baglioni | April 2

The tapas and wine bar will take the place of Ye Olde Waffle Shoppe at 173 E. Franklin St. to create a lively gathering space with traditional and modern ...

East Chapel Hill High students lead music lessons, create community for middle schoolers

By Makenzie Mills | April 2

Middle school students are paired with high schoolers to refine and learn skills.

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Orange High School's winter percussion ensemble wins first place in regional championship

By Reyna Drake | April 1

The championship included 28 schools from across North Carolina, and contestants were scored based on performance, music and artistry.

New açaí shop set to open this summer in downtown Chapel Hill

By Jessica Hudnut | April 1

The New Jersey-based shop’s menu will include smoothies, juices and bowls with a variety of bases including açaí, pitaya, coconut, mango, oatmeal ...

UNC naval armory added to national historic register, making demolition less likely

By Lana Maizel and Kristin Kharrat | April 1

Over a decade ago UNC's naval armory was facing plans for demolition, today UNC faculty and staff celebrate its addition to the national historic register. ...