Thermo Fisher Picks Mebane as Site for New Manufacturing Facility
A Fortune 500 company is set to build a new manufacturing facility in Orange County. Thermo Fisher...
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Idled North Carolina Sports Wagering Legislation Reemerges
Written by GARY D. ROBERTSON Senate legislation to authorize and regulate sports gambling in North...
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Report: Orange County Tourism Data Shows Drop in Visitor Spending, But Potential for Rebound
https://chapelboroaudio.s3.amazonaws.com/2021/November/05/OC%20Visitors_WRAP.mp3 A recent...
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As International Travel Resumes, RDU Works Toward a Full Pandemic Recovery
In just a few days, the United States will reopen to international air travelers who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This will ease tough pandemic-related restrictions that started early last year.
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Chapel Hill Seeks Ownership of Franklin Street To Make Expanded Sidewalks Permanent
Although Franklin Street is the centerpiece of downtown Chapel Hill, the local government doesn’t control the road. That power falls to the state department of transportation. A recent petition submitted to the Town of Chapel Hill is looking to change that.
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‘King Richard,’ ‘C’mon C’mon’ Tie for Film Fest 919 Audience Award
Chapel Hill’s Film Fest 919 finished its six-day run with something new to its four-year...
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Sheraton Chapel Hill Reopens After $15M Renovation, Embraces Carolina Community
The Sheraton Chapel Hill has just undergone an 18-month, $15 million renovation. Now, following delays stemming from the pandemic, the Chapel Hill hotel off Fordham Boulevard and just five minutes from Franklin Street is more than ready to welcome guests.
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Carrboro Farmers’ Market To Change Hours of Operation
The Carrboro Farmers’ Market will soon change its hours of operation ahead of the winter...
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe To Open Franklin Street Location
A Tropical Smoothie Cafe is set to open in downtown Chapel Hill. According to the restaurant’s website, the Chapel Hill location will be located at 400 West Franklin Street.
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New Mural Honors Black Leaders From Chapel Hill and Carrboro
Chapel Hill and Carrboro community members are now greeted by a new mural near the towns’...
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