School districts in Orange County work to feed students during remote schooling
As schools remain closed, districts in Orange County are continuing efforts to feed students who rely on free and reduced meals.
FOOD
Linda's and Moe's close their doors as COVID-19 cases spike
Following a spike in COVID-19 cases on campus at UNC, Moe's Southwest Grill and Linda's Bar and Grill have shut their doors.
Here's what restaurants on Franklin Street are open for dine-in and takeout
Restaurants, coffee shops and bars on Franklin Street are slowly reopening, bringing some familiarity back to life as a UNC student. Here’s a list of places, old and new, that have opened their doors to the public.
Orange County will restrict food, alcohol service at night starting July 10
This afternoon, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners modified its emergency declaration to limit alcohol and food sales at certain times.
Column: A first-year's guide to food on Franklin Street
Walking down Franklin in search of dinner is practically a rite of passage in Chapel Hill. We'll get you started with some basics, but make sure to roam around and find your own favorite spots in time.
Food for Students to provide meals to Chapel Hill-Carrboro students through summer months
As Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School students move into the summer break and the coronavirus pandemic continues to affect families' economic situations, the school district and community partners will continue to feed students under the Food for Students program.
With schools out, this expanded statewide program is targeting hunger in N.C.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services' P-EBT program, which aims to help North Carolinians combat food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic, will provide families across the state with additional food benefits.
Chapel Hill's drive-thru food distribution adapts in the wake of COVID-19
For the past five years, the Town of Chapel Hill has worked with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina to distribute food to families in the Town's public housing facilities. However, as the pandemic has caused food demand to increase significantly, the traditional walk-up distribution didn't seem safe anymore, said Public Housing Director Faith Brodie. To continue to serve the local community through the pandemic, the Town and the Food Bank have collaborated with PORCH, a hunger relief organization in the Chapel Hill and Carrboro area that is familiar with large-scale distribution and volunteer recruitment.
Kipos Greek Taverna closes on Franklin Street, to reopen in new Chapel Hill location
Kipos Greek Taverna's owners have closed their Franklin Street location, but plan to reopen in a new Chapel Hill location. The decision was a “direct result” of having to temporarily close due to the COVID-19 pandemic, said owner Giorgios Bakatsias. Other Chapel Hill restaurants are facing more uncertainty — making it unclear how many will be able to reopen after the pandemic.
Food delivery service with UNC roots gives back to community amid stay-at-home order
Takeout Central, a food delivery service owned by a UNC graduate, has partnered with the Inter-Faith Food Shuttle to deliver weekly groceries to people struggling with food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Local “foodie” Facebook group is organizing donations to charities impacted by COVID-19
When she started the Chapel Hill Carrboro Foodies Facebook group, founder Carrie Brogren said she had no idea that it would have the impact it has had on the Chapel Hill-Carrboro community.
What restaurants are offering takeout in Chapel Hill amid COVID-19?
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, local restaurants are closing their doors. However, many will continue to serve takeout and utilize a curbside pickup system, with the help of the Town of Chapel Hill allowing free street parking during this time.
Cooper bans dine-in service at restaurants and bars, expands unemployment benefits
Restaurants and bars in North Carolina will no longer be allowed to offer dine-in service, Gov. Roy Cooper announced in a press release on Tuesday.
Brandwein's Bagels brings New York-style bagels to Chapel Hill
After moving from New York to Chapel Hill and realizing that there were no local bagel shops off campus, Alex Brandwein took matters into his own hands and established his very own Brandwein's Bagels.
A new gluten-free, diabetic-friendly bakery has come to Columbia Street
Savor is a gluten-free, diabetic-friendly and keto-friendly bakery and eatery. Co-owner Stephanie Sherman received her master’s degree in epidemiology and public health, and she said it's important to provide healthy and enjoyable food options for people with food restrictions.
Memory of local community members honored through annual Interfaith Food Drive
After the shooting of three local university students in 2015, Shadi Sadi stepped up to honor their legacy of diligent dedication to the community through an annual Food Drive for the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina.
Climate change presents new challenges, long-term threats for N.C. farmers
“We get hotter hots, colder colds, wetter wets and dryer drys,” farmer Ken Dawson said. Climate change is more than just a looming threat for local farmers. Severe flooding events are becoming more common, and unpredictable weather patterns have thrown off traditional growing seasons, forcing farmers to change what and when they’re harvesting.
New restaurant brings vibrant flavor and lively community to Southern Village
“This is a purpose that I can get behind in my soul, and that will give meaning to our staff and stakeholders."
Living Kitchen dead again, hopes to reopen under new business model
The Living Kitchen's Chapel Hill location has closed for the second time. The restaurant began with a Charlotte location and then expanded to a space in Raleigh, which has now also closed. However, the restaurant has plans to make another comeback.
Sink your teeth into 'A South You Never Ate' by a UNC professor
UNC professor Bernie Herman is coming to Flyleaf Books to discuss his book about food in the Eastern Shore of Virginia.
