Great Recession to presidential elections: three town leaders reflect on past decade
Mark Kleinschmidt, Nancy Oates and Hongbin Gu recollect on their time as town leaders as the political landscape of Chapel Hill changes.
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How post-recession conditions have led to changes in affordable housing policy
After the recession of 2008, the effects on the local housing market influenced policy decisions in Chapel Hill, presenting many issues to affordable housing that have continued to bleed into the decade.
Chapel Hill ranks second statewide in LGBTQ+ equality index, falls behind national cities
Chapel Hill has scored its highest score ever in the LGBTQ+ Equality Index, but due to limitations from HB2, it cannot meet all the needs it wants to.
Did you know Chapel Hill is a scorpio? Town government celebrates 200th birthday
The government of the Town of Chapel Hill celebrated its 200th birthday with remarks from past and present public officials, singing from the UNC Tarpeggios and the opening of a 25-year-old time capsule.
After a recount, Oates is out, Huynh is in
Per Orange County election law, non-prevailing candidates within one percent may request a recount after results are certified at the Board of Elections’ canvas meeting. After requesting a recount of the Chapel Hill Town Council race, incumbent Nancy Oates will finish her term on Dec. 4, and UNC student Tai Huynh will join the Council.
Chapel Hill Town Council meeting combines celebration and business
At the latest Chapel Hill Town Council meeting, the Town Council recognized the 200th anniversary of Chapel Hill government, discussed community programs, and considered issues related to land use and UNC Health Care.
A tale of two towns: The rise of luxury apartments amid affordable housing efforts
The Town of Chapel Hill suggests that affordable housing should cost no more than 30 percent of a household's income. However, the number of new "luxury" developments is increasing despite affordable housing efforts
Amid affordability concerns, Carrboro's 180 West Apartments' new owner plans renovations
The 180 West Apartment Homes in Carrboro was acquired by an Atlanta-based firm and will be undergoing renovations and a renaming.
Tiny Homes Village to provide housing for those with mental health conditions
For individuals with mental illnesses or other health conditions, finding affordable and livable properties can raise challenges. The UNC School of Social Work, working with a local nonprofit, has found a solution through tiny homes.
Oates to request recount in Chapel Hill Town Council race
Incumbent Chapel Hill Town Council candidate said she will request the Orange County Board of Elections conduct a recount. The Board met Friday for their canvas meeting to certify the results of the Nov. 5 municipal and school board elections. Three candidates — Oates and challengers Sue Hunter and Tai Huynh — stood at around 13 percent of the vote after certification. The recount will be conducted next Thursday.
Here's what you missed at Wednesday's Chapel Hill Town Council meeting
At the most recent Chapel Hill Town Council meeting, topics included the Language Access Plan, on-street parking and more.
Extra income or a neighborhood nuisance? How Chapel Hill grapples with Airbnbs
“Any new Chapel Hill regulations will affect not only those property owners who use the STR system for profit, but also residents like us for whom the system simply makes it possible to plan for the future." Following multiple other cities, including Raleigh, Chapel Hill's Short-Term Rental Task Force will be recommending regulations on short-term rentals, like Airbnb, to the Town Council. Chapel Hill residents have mixed opinions on short-term rentals as some think they are beneficial for the Town and some do not.
Orange County celebrates Veterans Day at new town memorial
“In the midst of what our country’s going through right now, we need to be reminded of what unites us, and Veterans Day is a perfect reminder of that, what our country stands for, the values and commitments that our veterans have fought to protect,” Price said.
I am the mayor who speaks for the trees: Chapel Hill holds Tree of the Year contest
Celebrate Arbor Day by entering the Town of Chapel Hill's "Tree of the Year" contest.
Town celebrates opening of new nature preserve in Chapel Hill
The North Carolina Botanical Garden Foundation recently acquired 12.8 acres of biologically diverse land in Chapel Hill.
UNC graduate student denied from Town of Chapel Hill transportation advisory board
People are frustrated over the lack of diversity in Chapel Hill councils, and Mayo's loss against Jack Whaley exemplifies an debate over the nomination.
Here's how Chapel Hill is working to preserve affordable housing
The Town's affordable housing preservation strategy is organized around three key objectives: preserve affordable housing, improve or maintain quality of affordable housing and support tenant protections for households at risk of displacement.
Who won in the Chapel Hill and Carrboro local elections?
Tuesday's local election saw little changes in some areas of Chapel Hill and Carrboro but major potential upsets in others.
Chapel Hill Town Council race still far from over
It was one of the more competitive ones in this election cycle with seven candidates vying for four seats. Two incumbents managed to hold onto their seats, but two newcomers could drastically change the makeup of the board.
A look inside Indy Week's candidate endorsements and how they impacted the election
Indy Week, a weekly newspaper based in Durham, is one of the few organizations that endorses candidates in Orange County elections. Candidates say Indy endorsements are important to their campaigns, but how much do they actually impact voters?
