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Chapel Hill loses two LGBT leaders

By Rachel Herzog | November 9

LGBTQ advocates say representation in North Carolina's local governments is small, and this year's local elections didn't help. On Nov. 3, North Carolina ...

Betty Burnette, a resident since 1972, speaks about climbing rent in her trailer park community. She gave the interview in her living room. When she first moved in it only cost $35 a month and tenants did not pay for water, as the lot owner paid for everyone. Now rent is $290 a month and tenants must pay for water because former residents abused the owner's generosity and used an excessive amount of water.

Mobile home numbers on the move

By Kiana Cole | November 9

As Betty Burnette shuffled around her living room, she discussed the disparity between her move-in day and her present day — the price of rent.

Joel and Melissa Hudley, professors in the UNC geology department, met when they were doing their masters at Birmingham University, and have been married for eleven years.

Pam Hemminger elected during wave of local discontent

By John Foulkes | November 9

This Tuesday, Pam Hemminger won the election for mayor of Chapel Hill with 53.8 percent of the vote, over incumbent Mark Kleinschmidt and challenger Gary ...

Jersey Mike's franchise co-owner Charlie Farris was presented with an award after participating in RSVVP for 10 years. "Food is our life. It's what we do. Helping people get food is really important to us, especially those who can't afford it," said Farris.

111 restaurants pledge support for RSVVP Day

By Brooke Fisher | November 8

If you eat out on Tuesday, a portion of the proceeds from your meal may be donated to support hunger-relief programs.

Participants in the Fashion Show at the Seymour Senior Center pose for a picture after a dress rehearsal.

Senior citizens strut their stuff in fashion show

By Carolyn Paletta | November 8

Eight members of the Seymour Senior Center will be strutting their stuff on the center’s stage Friday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Chapel Hill sees changes to town signage

By Zac Lowell | November 8

A set of ordinances that helps Chapel Hill keep its small town charm is getting major updates. As it stands, downtown Chapel Hill businesses face a complicated ...

Local police departments are "letting it grow" for a cause

By Carolyn Paletta | November 8

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Seven business leaders were inducted into the Business Hall of Fame

By Kiana Cole | November 6

Decorated with boutonnieres and enveloped in the company of colleagues, the business trailblazers of Chapel Hill and Carrboro were inducted into the Business ...

Newly elected Chapel Hill town council members discuss their goals

By Nikita Mathur | November 5

Affordable housing, a stronger transit system and enhancement of the green environment are common focuses for the Chapel Hill’s three newly elected ...

Kathryn  Thacker, a first year public policy major from Durham, was at sidelined from soccer with a concussion in 2015.

High schools get ahead of concussions

By Zhai Yun Tan | November 5

Andrew Ciaccia felt disoriented and began laughing uncontrollably at random moments because he couldn’t control his emotions. He later discovered he ...

Chapel Hill rethinks impact of new law

By Camila Molina | November 4

After Gov. Pat McCrory signed House Bill 318 into law on Oct. 28, Chapel Hill Town Council members are reworking their status as a sanctuary city.

Jessica Anderson hugs a friend after being elected Town Council at the CHALT election party.

Town Council loses 2 incumbents

By Erin Kolstad and Alexis Allston | November 4

The Chapel Hill Town Council now has three new members. Nancy Oates, Michael Parker and Jessica Anderson will join incumbent Donna Bell to fill the four ...

Chapel Hill Public Library installs new speedy technology

By Shantan Krovvidi | November 2

On Friday, the Chapel Hill Public Library introduced a new piece of technology that will revolutionize the way books are sorted.

Eva’s Beauty Shop, a community spot for over 40 years

By Megan Royer | November 2

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce will induct seven business leaders into its Hall of Fame on November 5. The Daily Tar Heel will feature each ...

Family Success Alliance fills gaps in community

By Rachel Herzog | November 2

When Alecia Gattis thought about her son starting kindergarten in the fall, she felt panicked.

Local writers kick off National Novel Writing Month

By Benjamin Albano | November 2

“Ready, set, write!” The clicking and clacking of fingers frantically typing filled the Root Cellar Cafe as a 15-minute "writing blast" commenced. ...

Kidzu continues pay-what-you-can program each month

By Anna Cooke | November 1

At Kidzu Children’s Museum, being short on cash isn’t a problem.

Inter-Faith Council for Social Service awards staff at its annual meeting

By Robin O'Luanaigh | October 30

George, a resident of the new SECU Community House, spoke at the annual Inter-Faith Council for Social Service (IFC) meeting and expressed his gratitude ...

Chapel Hill and UNC Ombuds offices offers confidential conflict resolution

By Benjamin Albano | October 30

All too often are issues and conflicts in the workplace or in the community swept under the rug, and while most situations tend to work themselves out, ...

Higher early voting turnout for local elections

By Camila Molina | October 29

There’s still time to research, register and vote.