Chapel Hill saw some snow, some rain and some sun this weekend. Here are some of the top news stories coming out of a wacky-weathered weekend:
QUICK HITS
- “I wouldn’t say this is the same thing as pledging in a fraternity, but it kind of is in a way.” UNC's newest crops of student DJs make the ultimate sacrifice — sleep — to ensure that college radio is alive and well.
- Another day, another Silent Sam protest. Saturday’s rally featured demonstrators speaking out against violence toward activist groups, as well as an appearance by Chelsea Manning.
- OPINION: As summer approaches at an alarming rate, the DTH editorial board gives the 411 on how to land your dream internship.
FLYING BALLS AND FEES
- The Kenan-Flagler Business School will now officially charge a $2,000 fee for majors and $1,000 fee for minors — here’s what current students have to say about the move.
- “He’s hitting it like a beachball.” UNC baseball’s Cody Roberts shined against eighth-ranked Florida State this weekend, though the Tar Heels lost the series 1-2.
- The UNC women’s tennis team’s No. 1 ranking may be in jeopardy after an uncharacteristically shaky weekend. The Tar Heels fell to sixth-ranked Georgia Tech on Saturday, but dominated Virginia Tech on Sunday.
CITY AND STATE
- “Your pickup line was, ‘So, you live in Chapel Ridge?’" This couple got married after meeting on a Chapel Hill Transit bus — just one more reason to appreciate the free transportation.
- “We’ve never tried, as a town, to commit this much money, and I want to make sure that we get the maximum value for every dollar we spend.” Some Chapel Hill residents think $10 million isn’t enough for the new affordable housing bond.
- North Carolina is stepping up its game for the 2018 elections — we’ve got the numbers, and the details, here as we head into primary season.
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