2026 Candidate Introductions: Democratic Primary for Orange County Sheriff
After running unopposed in 2022, Orange County Sheriff Charles Blackwood faces competition in the Democratic primary from the Durham County Sheriff’s Office’s Director of Planning and Development David LaBarre.
Past Rhymes With Present Times: Minneapolis Murders, the ‘Boston Massacre’ and Resistance to Military Occupations
It’s a long journey from the mountains of North Carolina to the ICE-covered, winter streets of Minneapolis. One of our state’s native sons, however, has made this personal and professional trip to secure his place in contemporary American history as the recent “commander-at-large” of the United States Border Patrol.
Police: Hillsborough Man Arrested in Possession of Illegal Drugs, Stolen Gun
The Hillsborough Police Department has arrested a local man in an ongoing narcotics investigation....
Early Voting for 2026 Primary Elections Begins Soon in Orange, Durham and Chatham Counties
Early voting for the North Carolina Primary Election begins on Thursday, Feb. 12. Here is what you need to know to cast your vote.
2026 Candidate Introductions: Democratic Primary for N.C. House District 50
North Carolina House District 50 covers much of Orange County and all of Caswell County, featuring a distinct rural makeup of communities.
Chansky’s Notebook: The Hangover
UNC will need to avoid a classic trap game when it faces a dangerous Miami Hurricanes team tonight in Coral Gables.
Hometown Hero: Caroline White
This week’s Hometown Hero, presented by Hendrick Southpoint, is Caroline White. White is a...
A 15-Week ‘Walk for Peace’ Concludes With Buddhist Monks’ Arrival in Washington
A group of Buddhist monks reached Washington, D.C., on foot Tuesday, walking single file across a bridge over the Potomac River to cap a 15-week trek from Texas that has captivated the country.
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3PM-6PM M-FSpeaking of Schools: OCS Board Chair Will Atherton and CTE Director Shannon Braxton
Orange County Schools Board of Education Chair Will Atherton and Director of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Shannon Braxton spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Monday, February 9, discussing district news and events. They discussed the challenges around the recent winter weather events that kept students off campus, and the small changes to the schedule because of those cancellations. They also discussed the district's CTE program, including the different pathways students can explore, the opportunity to partner with community businesses, and more.
