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Pandemic crises generate progress in Orange County’s Emergency Housing Department

By Emmy Trivette | February 17

The pandemic has had a devastating impact on renters and homeowners in Orange County. To solve the looming housing crisis, the Orange County Housing and ...

Orange County, schools systems adjust plans ahead of winter storm

By Suzannah Claire Perry | February 17

Officials say residents should prepare for up to three days of lost power as Orange County faces a winter storm warning from midnight Thursday until 7 ...

New Wegmans location brings more organic food to Chapel Hill, and more traffic

By Ian Chrisafis | February 16

The store, which has received some concern about traffic from residents, is opening at 1810 Fordham Rd. on Feb. 24. 

As students return to the classrooms, riders return to Chapel Hill Transit

By Lauren McCarthy | February 16

Chapel Hill Transit is back in action on a reduced schedule. All riders are expected to wear a mask and practice social distancing. 

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. 

N.C. announces $2.5 million in funding for transportation to vaccination sites

By Caroline Kelly | February 3

The funding will help individuals get their vaccines without having to pay for two round trips to their vaccination site, an estimated $88 per person, ...

Delores Bailey receives 2021 Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP MLK Community Service Award

By Kathryn Goodwin | February 1

Every year, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP honors an individual in the community who demonstrates dedication to raising awareness and remedying social ...

Many Chapel Hill officials, such as Town Council member Karen Stegman, work other jobs in addition to their town roles.

The OC Voice: Re-imagining community safety in Chapel Hill

January 24

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. Karen Stegman ...

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Three Orange County towns become first in N.C. to pass LGBTQ nondiscrimination ordinances

By Emma Kenfield | January 19

The nondiscrimination ordinance is a step in the right direction by protecting people from discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity ...

Chapel Hill joins Carrboro, Hillsborough in passing LGBTQ+ anti-discrimination ordinance

By Trevor Moore | January 14

The new ordinance includes protections for sexuality and gender identity in public places and employment after a statewide ban expired Dec. 1. 

Chapel Hill Town Council begins planning for 30 years of future land use

By Ella Layn | December 13

The Chapel Hill Town Council completed the first phase of Charting Our Future, a project the town has been working on for over 2 1/2 years, which will ...

Orange County awaits results of environmental study to make decisions on Greene Tract

By Audrey Selley | November 29

After 36 years, the Greene Tract, a 164-acre parcel of land that is part of the historic Rogers Road Neighborhood area, remains undeveloped. The land ...

Local nonprofit finds new ways to support the Chapel Hill Public Library

By Elsa Karcher | November 11

A local nonprofit, the Friends of the Chapel Hill Public Library, has transitioned to a fully online bookstore to support the Chapel Hill Public Library.  ...

Chapel Hill Public Library scores federal grant, seeks to expand technology access

By Salim Fayeq | November 2

Federal grants of almost $150,000 will allow the Chapel Hill Public Library to pursue a program increasing internet and technology access to marginalized ...

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. 

Eviction numbers have fallen in Orange County, but many are still vulnerable

By Audrey Selley | October 22

Orange County Housing Assistance programs have been helping tenants stave off eviction, but some tenants still face the threat. 

New street outreach program reimagines public safety, homelessness in Orange County

By Emmy Trivette | October 19

A collaboration between the Orange County Criminal Justice Resource Department and the Partnership to End Homelessness will focus on building relationships ...

Chapel Hill Town Council moves forward with approving East Rosemary parking deck

By Ella Layn | October 6

Some residents say the approval of a 1,100-space parking deck on East Rosemary Street is an expense that reduces the Town's ability to borrow money for ...

Chapel Hill celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, plans community outreach initiatives

By Ella Layn | September 29

Here are some of the ways the Town of Chapel Hill and the University are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. 

'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 ...