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'True public servant': Caitlin Fenhagen becomes Orange County's deputy manager

By Iris Eyster | February 19

After decades of work as a public defender and leader of the County's criminal justice resource department, Fenhagen will serve as the County's next deputy ...

'It's very powerful': Chapel Hill endorses Children's Bill of Rights in Sports

By Makenzie Mills | February 19

A local resident with three children in youth sports asked the Town to support the bill after her daughter's diagnosis with an overuse injury from competitive ...

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Chapel Hill launches affordable housing loan fund, plans to create 600 housing units

By Vinh Le | February 19

The fund, created in partnership with UNC Health and Self-Help Ventures Fund, is expected to get developers quicker access to resources and funding.

OHS Senior named outstanding swimmer at statewide swimming, diving championship

By Isabelle Pala | February 18

Luke Roman has been swimming since he could walk, is a part of a local club team and serves as the team captain for Orange High School's swimming and ...

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Fort Liberty name changed back to Fort Bragg, honors different veteran

By Jessica Hudnut | February 18

The renaming of Fort Bragg now remembers a toxic gas handler who served in World War II, Private First Class Roland Bragg.

North Carolina fourth and eighth grade math and reading scores show decline

By Lauren Zola and Ivy Nangalia | February 18

Disruptions from COVID-19 pandemic have continued to impact students' scores, with no statistically significant improvements since 2019.

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N.C. Republicans introduce bills to remove concealed carry permit

By Quinn Groves | February 17

If the legislature passes the bills, North Carolina would become the 30th state to recognize constitutional carry.

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Orange County Remembrance Coalition unveils historical marker honoring victims of lynching

By Taylor Motley | February 17

Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Daniel Morrow were lynched in Hillsborough by a group of Ku Klux Klan members in 1869 after being accused of barn-burning. ...

Cooperative housing development proposal asks Orange County to amend zoning permits

By Iris Eyster | February 17

The Triangle Traditional Music and Dance Retirement Society and the Hands Four Development Collective want to create a 55+ community for people to take ...

Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber hosts event to increase awareness for inclusive hiring

By Eva Edwards | February 17

Though 13 Chapel Hill businesses are certified as inclusive for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, some individuals said the town ...

N.C. Republicans file bill to block attorney general from suing over Trump's orders

By Aiden Hall | February 17

N.C. Attorney General Jeff Jackson has filed four lawsuits against the Trump Administration. Some think the bill is part of an ongoing effort to take ...

Chapel Hill Town Council meets, discusses USAID, hears local petition

By Kristin Kharrat | February 16

On Wednesday, the Chapel Hill Town Council met to discuss two proposed developments.

Carrboro to renovate Baldwin Park in Northside with inclusive equipment

By Ha Lien Gaskin | February 14

Northside residents can enjoy the renovations this summer, which will include a new main play structure.

N.C. Jr. Chef competition encourages teamwork, use of local ingredients

By Ani Hunanyan | February 14

Five school teams will develop an entree that meets National School Lunch Program standards. Dishes are then featured in teams' high school cafeterias. ...

Chapel Hill Transit hosts discussion on its connection with civil rights

By Vinh Le | February 13

Former Chapel Hill Mayor Howard Lee built upon the University's bus service to increase accessibility for community members.

Orange County Board of Education discusses resolution to support immigrant students, families

By Lauren Zola | February 11

The Board's resolution affirms the district will disclose student information only as required by law, and that the district is committed to keeping immigrant ...

East Chapel Hill High teacher remembered for patience, love for students

By Phoebe Martel | February 11

East Chapel Hill High School math teacher Jay Wilson died on Jan. 28. His loved ones, friends and former students remember his impact both in and outside ...

Barbara and Braxton Foushee's love story spans decades of public service

By Sarah Smiley | February 11

Barbara and Braxton Foushee's love story began at 25 years ago at a church. Today, the Carrboro couple support each other in everything and are always ...

'Bittersweet': Nyah Hamlett's tenure at CHCCS, decision to move closer to family

By Sheridan Barry | February 11

“It's a great opportunity to go home and serve in the community that raised me, and then also for my own family and children to be in the midst of family ...

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North Carolina sees height of winter respiratory illness season

By Victoria Yang | February 11

Fewer influenza-related deaths have been reported in the 2024-25 season than last year.