People are united through many things around the world. This weekend, I was able to witness the power that a simple tomato holds at the Carrboro Farmers’ Market’s Tomato Day.
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On Saturday, July 11, community members gathered for Tomato Day, the Carrboro Farmers’ Market’s largest annual event.
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This week – Judy introduces a group of remarkable people who are proving that growing older doesn’t mean slowing down. The Orange County Lockdown band is comprised of musicians who found friendship, purpose, and creative expression through music. Their stories offer a powerful reminder that meaningful connections, lifelong learning, and a willingness to try new things can make the years ahead some of the most rewarding of our lives.
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Noir at the Bar, the long-running live literary event that combines crime fiction, cocktails, and live performance, returns to Yonder in downtown Hillsborough on Wednesday, July 16 at 7:00 p.m. Hosted by longtime emcee Tracey Reynolds, the evening will feature live readings from an all-star lineup of acclaimed authors including Eryk Pruitt, S.A. Cosby, Linda Sands, Jen Conley, Russell Johnson, Morgan Sullivan, Nathan Kotecki, and Isaac Hughes Green.
Read MoreDr. Lewis Roland Obituary Dr. Lewis Roland, 86, peacefully departed this life surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Kinston, North Carolina, Dr. Roland was the beloved son of the late Marie Prillia (Anderson) and Lewis...
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The spring led to some exciting openings for some and quiet closings for others. Read details on the greater Orange County business scene.
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While it is true that there is nothing completely free – there are some things in your financial life that are close enough to free that you should pay attention and take advantage when possible.
Read MoreOn June 26, 2026, Chapel Hill Media Group, LLC, licensee of WCHL, 1360 kHz , Chapel Hill, North Carolina, filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission for consent to assign its broadcast license to Chapelboro...
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According to OWASA, Orange County is not yet in a Water Shortage — though, should drought conditions continue, that could change. Across our community, households and businesses are suing less water than they were decades ago, and that investment in efficiency continues to pay off.
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This week – In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Not Ready for the Farm, Judy and Jess sit down with Nora Spencer, founder and CEO of Hope Renovations, to explore how one innovative nonprofit is changing lives across North Carolina. From empowering women and non-binary people through construction training to helping older adults safely age in place, Nora shares the deeply personal experiences, bold ideas, and unlikely path that led her to create a nationally recognized organization.
Not Ready for the Farm is proudly presented by: Purple Puddle, Clarity Legal Group, West Fork Wealth Management, Health Source Chiropractic, HOPE Renovations, and The 79°West Innovation Hub.
Not Ready for the Farm is proudly presented by: Purple Puddle, Clarity Legal Group, Health Source Chiropractic, HOPE Renovations, and The 79°West Innovation Hub.
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