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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 ...

Column: A first-year's guide to food on Franklin Street

By Audrey Selley | July 1

Walking down Franklin in search of dinner is practically a rite of passage in Chapel Hill. We'll get you started with some basics, but make sure to roam ...

Looking for an off-campus job? Here are some local businesses to check out

By Britney Nguyen | July 1

Figuring out how to navigate college as a freshman is a daunting task, and if finding a job is on the agenda, the search can be difficult. Here are some ...

These Franklin Street restaurants have reopened for dine-in services during Phase 2

By Suzannah Claire Perry and Alexandra Smith | May 26

While many restaurants on Franklin Street are either staying closed or are open exclusively for takeout, delivery or curbside service, these restaurants ...