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The goose is loose: Meet the UNC student band Mangoose

By Alec Critser | August 29

"You can’t play music if you’re thinking about the past or if you’re thinking about the future. You have to be in the now.”

'She's a barrier-breaking artist': Carolina Performing Arts to host dancer Misty Copeland

By Jessica Hardison | August 27

She is a woman who persevered through adversity and became a world-renowned ballerina. Carolina Performing Arts prepares to kick off their new season ...

Open mic Carolina Waves offers N.C. independent artists a platform for expression

By Pranav Chintalapudi | August 22

Carolina Waves travels all over North Carolina to bring exposure to singers, rappers, dancers, musicians and poets across the state, and it's coming to ...

Orange County Speedway keeps short-course tradition alive

By Brent Van Vliet | July 22

The Orange County Speedway held the Summer Firecracker Frenzy 200 on Saturday, June 20, continuing the racetrack's long tradition of short course races. ...

The Lumina Theater to close in September

By Dylan Lamphier | July 16

The Lumina Theater at Southern Village will close its doors this fall.

The life of a UNC student Instagram influencer

By Evelyn Gandy | March 5

These three UNC students are using Instagram to share what they love, and make a little bit of money on the side.

Former editor-in-chief Tyler Fleming's cat, Ariel, poses for a photo.

The Triangle's first cat cafe hits 'paws' on its grand opening

By Laura Brummett | January 8

The Cat Tales Cat Café is still on its way, but the grand opening has been delayed. Here's the progress so far, and what's left to be finished. ...

Office DJ: Rock out with Nathan and his (very cool) mom

By Nathan Wesley | January 8

This playlist is for the concert heads that need a fresh set of tunes for that hike up the hills to class.

Country Fried Duck replaced with Night School after losing liquor license

By Marin Wolf | November 19

Though the decor is still the same, Country Fried Duck has been replaced by Night School, a bar that specifically targets university students.

Review: 'Hedda Gabler' tackles expectations of women ambitious production

By Henry McKeand | November 15

"Theater-goers who enjoy emotionally complex and challenging works will love Hedda Gabler."

Comedy in Color provides an outlet for comics of color on campus

By Cammy Welch | November 12

Creatives of Color, a student organization, hosted a showcase for people of color to perform comedic routines. The creation of the organization was inspired ...

The Town has ideas for Varsity Theatre, but do they have the owners' support?

By Andreamarie Efthymiou | October 29

The Town of Chapel Hill plans to establish a task force to investigate potentially broadening the use of Varsity Theatre, helping attract patrons to other ...

Chapel Hill gears up for Halloween festivities

By Henry Haney | October 23

The Town's preparations are in full swing with Halloween-themed planetarium shows, food trucks and safety strategies for Franklin Street.

Two children ride the swing ride, overlooking the entire midway.

Here's a look at all the new attractions at the NC State Fair

By Zoe Beyer | September 27

The North Carolina State Fair starts in two weeks, and it will feature several new attractions along with past fan favorites. Some of the new shows include ...

Chapel Hill Public Library breaks the rules with Banned Books Week

By Isaac Rosso Klakovich | September 19

Next week is Banned Books Week at the Chapel Hill Public Library, and the town is celebrating the intellectual freedom that's been hard-fought to keep ...

'It's like the Discovery Channel with beer': Nerd Nite appeals to your inner dweeb

By A.J. OLeary | September 9

Let your inner nerd out. Nerd Nite, a sort of quirky lecture series, is coming to Chapel Hill. And if fresh fun facts and fascinating speakers aren't ...

'I want people to know who I am': Drag queens coming to Carrboro

By Karen Stahl | September 3

Drag queens are coming to Carrboro, and in their wake follows an explosive and unapologetic performance that commands the attention of the audience and ...

Carolina Asia Center wants to start conversations with 'Crazy Rich Asians' screening

By Betsy Scarisbrick | September 2

“Is it that Hollywood represents reality, or is reality conforming to Hollywood?"

Looking for a new pet? Cat Tales Cat Cafe is set to open on Franklin Street this fall

By David Saff | August 31

The owners of the new cafe are hoping to provide a more emotionally-supportive adoption process for both the animals and potential owners.

Welcome to the world of La Borinqueña: The Puerto-Rican superhero you need to know

By Zach Goins | August 27

Everyone is asked that one icebreaker question, "If you could be any superhero, who would you be?" Until now, there hasn't been a superhero that celebrates ...