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Independent bookstores continue to serve the Chapel Hill community despite COVID-19

By Elise Mahon | March 19

Despite being closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Chapel Hill bookstores like Flyleaf Books and Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews are attempting ...

The Varsity Theatre on Franklin St. will be showing new movies this season.

COVID-19 concerns force Varsity Theatre to close for two weeks

By Dominick Ferrara | March 18

Along with many other movie theaters, the Varsity Theatre is temporarily closing due to COVID-19. Many big films have also begun to push back their release ...

'Anything that can endure, should endure': Student publications persevere off campus

By Rylee Parsons | March 18

Student-led organizations like Coulture Magazine, Carolina Quarterly and Cellar Door are facing new challenges in light of the coronavirus pandemic. Their ...

Column: What to watch and how to watch it

By Maddie Ellis | March 18

Assistant Arts & Culture Editor Maddie Ellis shares some of her favorite shows and movies you can stream.

Here are 20 activities to keep you busy while still practicing social distancing

By Jessica Hardison | March 17

Social distancing doesn't have to mean boring days at home.

Column: The show must go on

By Jessica Hardison | March 16

The stage may be empty and the gallery may be closed, but the arts is still very much alive, and we intend to capture how our community continues to support ...

Carolina Performing Arts cancels remaining performances of the spring season

By Maddie Ellis | March 12

Carolina Performing Arts has canceled all remaining performances and public events to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, according to an email sent Thursday. ...

Meet Greg Davis II, UNC's very own superstar

By Dominick Ferrara | March 6

Davis, a senior at UNC, plays the role of a full-time college student while also creating and performing music of his own, with singles like “Sqhool ...

Music for the hips, heart and intellect: Ethiopian American singer to perform at UNC

By Megan Friedman | March 5

Ethiopian American songwriter and composer Meklit Hadero will perform at Memorial Hall on Monday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m.

Putting context into the conflict: Film series to educate on Israeli current events

By Maddie Singleton | March 5

The Chelsea Theater will host the REEL Israel: Documentary Film Festival from March 8 to March 12. The festival will present audiences with a rarely-seen ...

Ackland Art Museum to host performances inspired by new exhibit

By Courtney Heaton | March 5

The performances are inspired by well-known artist Yayoi Kusama and aim to challenge viewers to really engage with the art as well as the performances. ...

Office DJ: Powerful women run the world

By Brandon Standley | March 4

Copy Chief & Social Media Manager Brandon Standley shares how some of the most impactful people on his life are powerful women.

Local musician Drell discusses his career and his future in the industry

By Ben McEntire | March 4

Drew Ellis (Drell) is a UNC student and music producer.

How students use bullet journaling as an artistic escape from the stress of college

By Sarah Campbell | March 4

Students' busy schedules often leave little time for a creative outlet. However, bullet journaling allows for creative freedom while also helping students ...

Musicians jam across genres with Carolina House Band

By Alexandra Smith | March 4

After a semester abroad, a UNC student started Carolina House Band, an organization that invites artists from any genre to come together to make music. ...

Update your indie-rock playlist with Pajama Day, the not-your-average high school band

By Aditya Surana | March 3

With over 50,000 streams on Spotify and SoundCloud, Chapel Hill band Pajama Day is on the rise.

Beware the Ides of March: 'Julius Caesar' is making its PlayMakers debut

By Megan Missey | March 2

“You know, I've never seen a Black woman play Mark Antony,” said Tia James, who is playing that role in Andrew Borba's upcoming production of "Julius ...

'Bringing everyone home': Carolina Indian Circle hosts 33rd annual powwow

By Maddie Ellis | March 1

The CIC was started in 1974 to provide a community for Native students. The annual powwow is just one of the many ways that CIC is able to fulfill ...

'A way to come together as one': Journey Into Asia challenged lack of representation

By Maddie Ellis | March 1

The UNC Asian American Students Association hosted their annual Journey Into Asia night last Saturday for a night of cultural expression and appreciation. ...

Find your new favorite genre at the music department's Annual Spectrum Concert

By Maddie Singleton | February 27

On Feb. 29, the fourth annual Spectrum Concert will be held in Hill Hall.