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'We have to care about people': Students react to Franklin Street rush amid pandemic

By Clay Morris | February 10

Some students found the choice by their peers to rush as an example of privilege and an extension of irresponsibility on behalf of UNC’s administration, ...

After students rushed Franklin, these faculty pushed their in-person classes

By Hannah Rosenberger | February 10

Some professors chose to keep their classes on Zoom this week after the events following the UNC's win in men's basketball Saturday.

Following Franklin St. rush, faculty have option to delay return to in-person class

By Maddie Ellis | February 7

Faculty set to teach in-person classes can delay a return to the classroom until Feb. 17, following the rush on Franklin Street Saturday night.

Students Rush Franklin Street After Duke Win

Students rush Franklin Street despite COVID-19 risks

By Suzannah Claire Perry | February 6

Ahead of in-person classes beginning on Monday, hundreds of students rushed to the intersection of Franklin Street and Columbia Street following UNC basketball's ...

Chapel Hill restaurant Bandido's starts GoFundMe campaign to stay in business

By Graham Hill | February 4

The restaurant has a been a staple for the Chapel Hill community for over 25 years.

Smaller downtown bars fight to stay open amid 'devastating' pandemic conditions

By Brian Rosenzweig | November 8

Belltree, an old-fashioned cocktail club in Carrboro, and Zog's Pool Hall in Chapel Hill are two local bars that have faced hardships since COVID-19 forced ...

Linda's to add breakfast, coffee, alcohol alternatives to its menu

By Emmy Trivette | October 28

After a brief closure, Chapel Hill staple Linda's has reopened, with new hours and an expanded menu.

Meet the Moment Art Walk on Franklin Street encourages voting, honors political icons

By Chloe Joseph | October 11

Meet the Moment Art Walk is a pop-up art installation focused on encouraging voter turnout and highlighting various social justice issues. Artists and ...

Businesses prepare for adjusting outdoor seating in the upcoming winter months

By Isabella Braddish | October 7

Business owners on Franklin Street worry that cold weather may cause a decline in customers in the coming winter months.

Residents find new ways to celebrate Halloween during COVID-19

By Li-Anne Wright | October 5

Halloween for UNC students and Chapel Hill-Carrboro families will be different this year. The Orange County Health Department has recommended alternatives ...

'It’s all about survival': Long-time Chapel Hill restaurants reflect on past, future

By Emma Kenfield | September 27

Sutton's Drug Store, Linda's Bar and Grill and Carolina Coffee Shop are three Franklin Street staples looking to survive the pandemic and continue serving ...

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All up in your business: Summit Coffee Co. is coming to Franklin Street in October

By Sally Curme | September 17

Summit Coffee Co., a Davidson-based coffee shop, is expected to open its Chapel Hill location in October.

Column: We're committed to preserving Franklin Street's legacy in our coverage

By Brittany McGee | August 30

The OC Voice is a portion of the OC Report newsletter where local residents may have a platform to talk about local issues they care about. Brittany McGee ...

Local restaurants face uncertainty after UNC moves to remote learning

By Britney Nguyen | August 21

As UNC transitions online and on-campus students leave their dorms, local restaurants are bracing for the effects of a de-densifying campus.

Ms Mong, Lula's, LOTSA and other Chapel Hill restaurants close due to COVID-19

By Emma Kenfield | August 20

Lula’s, LOTSA Stone Fired Pizza and Ms Mong are some of the restaurants that have permanently closed their doors because of the coronavirus.

All Up In Your Business: Outdoor seating is the new model for downtown

By Audrey Selley | August 12

Local businesses have been forced to transition due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including popular Franklin Street bar He's Not Here. Meanwhile, new businesses, ...

'It's tough': Franklin Street restaurants prepare for uncertain fall sports season

By PJ Morales | August 11

The food and beverage industry has already been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. For the restaurants and bars that line Franklin Street — which rely ...

'No end in sight': Franklin Street rides out a post-pandemic reality

By Hannah Lang | July 24

With steep rents, high property taxes and stiff competition among shops and restaurants, running a successful business on Franklin Street was difficult ...

'You think of giving up the business': Retailers recoup amid COVID-19, student absence

By Maris Ava Cruz | July 14

“We need the students to be back in the fall if at all possible," one retailer said. "We need the students back on campus and we need football to be ...

Here are some iconic fall events incoming students may miss this year

By Alexandra Smith | July 10

With COVID-19 limiting crowd size and cutting the fall semester short, incoming students may miss some traditional cultural events in the first half of ...