Emma Kenfield
Articles
How the women of Orange County stepped up to respond to WWI and the Spanish Flu
Women also formed various war circles, in which they made hospital gowns, garments for refugees, bed pads and various medical supplies. These circles were the accessible alternative to Red Cross Chapters for rural women of Orange County who lived in more isolated areas.
The Carrboro Farmers' Market will remain open amidst growing coronavirus concerns
Farmers' markets in North Carolina are regarded as an essential food source and will thus be allowed to remain open at this time despite the growing COVID-19 crisis. The Carrboro Farmers' Market has assured that it will continue to introduce greater safety precautions in order to support both local businesses and consumers.
State Democratic Party looks ahead to November following primary results
North Carolina Democratic Party leaders gathered at an event in Raleigh on Tuesday after primary elections results were announced. But despite the initial excitement, attention quickly turned to November and the party's goal of flipping the state legislature.
New Chapel Hill parks and recreation director holds meet-and-greet for community
Phil Fleischmann, Chapel Hill's new parks and recreation director, said he holds these events to hear from residents and to get to know them. He also encourages students to be involved with off-campus recreation.
Save Orange Schools attempts to address aging infrastructure in Orange County Schools
“There are critical issues and needs across the board regarding public education. We just believe that there is a need for advocacy in this area that isn’t being met."
Column: Redemption for the ignorant
"Exposure of blatantly wrong opinions is necessary and will absolutely continue — until the reasons to do so subside."
Column: The right to openmindedness
Yes, we are granted freedom of speech, but would it benefit us more if we instead chose to listen?
Column: Why aren't we having children?
In the past decade, fertility rates in the United States have dropped dramatically. Young adults, specifically college graduates, experienced the greatest decrease in fertility rates, largely due to cultural and economic factors. The Editorial Board was intrigued by this finding and decided to ask some of its female members about their opinions on having children after graduation.
Column: The future is the past
Flying cars, talking jackets and hover-boards for every household? Boy, would Marty McFly be upset to find we failed to match his portrayal of the 21st century. In fact, his 80s-inspired outfits in the film are most representative of America today.
Column: Sympathy for the devil
" We have to take responsibility for the way we treat others, no matter if our demons stem from a place of pain."