Nicholas Emken
Articles
A pipeline that would run through N.C. is still fighting an environmental lawsuit
The Atlantic Coast Pipeline is set to run through parts of North Carolina, but has been significantly delayed due to legal battles with the Southern Environmental Law Center.
Imagine a world where you can park easily in Chapel Hill. You (might) see it soon
The Town of Chapel Hill is attempting to meet the needs of the downtown scene by expanding parking.
Here are the three new voices on Carrboro's Environmental Advisory Board
The Town of Carrboro's Environmental Advisory Board contributes to the Town's discussion of environmental policies and development plans.
Inter-Faith Council receives $40,000 award for extensive work in community
The Inter-Faith Council won an award sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline for their impressive work in supporting the people of the Triangle.
Marker to commemorate civil rights activists approved by Town Council
The Town aims to dedicate the marker to the Chapel Hill Nine on the 59th anniversary of their sit-in.
Coronato aims to bring a different slice of pizza to the Chapel Hill-Carrboro area
A new pizza place, Coronato, is planning to open in Carrboro in the spring of 2019. The owner and chef hopes his take on pizza will be unique enough to attract customers.
Being red in a blue district
The skewed uphill battle is not uncommon in local elections.
Franklin Street Dunkin' Donuts continues to fight for drive-thru
The Dunkin' Donuts on Franklin Street continues to work toward obtaining a drive-thru permit. Town members have expressed concerns about the drive-thru line interfering with traffic flow on the street, but the owner assures that the location can handle the traffic and any other requirements needed to get the permit.
Opioid overdose deaths on the rise in North Carolina
A recently released CDC report said that overdose deaths in North Carolina are among the highest in the country. The state government is working with the healthcare providers, law enforcement, and the public to fight against addiction.
Emission standards changed for cars in Orange County, posing health concerns
Some people worry the health risks of the inevitable increased emissions will not be worth the change.
