happy thursday, everybody! I don't have A ton to say today, but i'M glad you're sTickIng with me and REaDing.
Here's the news:
QUICK HITS
- The UNC defense is preparing to defend against reigning Heisman winner on Saturday. Saying that they're confident would not be accurate.
- The latest protest against Silent Sam came with bells and whistles.
- Speaking of protests UNC hosted a Carolina Conversation about free speech last night. Read our coverage here.
THE EPICENTER
As the vote on a litigation ban for the Center for Civil Rights approaches, we examine the people affected by and the people effecting the decision.
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“We know how to do these things — but what about other communities?” We talked to the lawyers and clients who believe the center's existence is vital.
- In a summer vote by the Committee on Educational Planning, Policies and Programs, Anna Nelson was the lone voice against the litigation ban. Here's why she might be the person that knows the UNC-system best.
FOCAL LOCAL
- The Chapel Hill Fire Department sent a team to Houston this past week to help rescue and cleanup efforts after Hurricane Harvey (which is affecting gas prices in this state).
- The Chapel Hill Town Council met last night to discuss potential new developments, living wage and construction.
- Our editorial board has opposing viewpoints on whether college students should or shouldn't vote in local elections.
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