Local Government Meetings: November 17-21, 2025
This week in local government: a Downtown Area Plan for Carrboro and an annual report on the state of Chatham County.
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Local Government
Carrboro Leaf Collection Delayed Indefinitely Due To Equipment Issues
The Town of Carrboro announced Thursday afternoon it will delay its leaf collection service due to technical issues with two out of three of its vehicles.
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EXCLUSIVE: Karen Stegman Announces Campaign for Orange County Commissioner Seat
Chapel Hill native and former town council member Karen Stegman plans to run for the Board of Orange County Commissioners in 2026.
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Orange County Commissioner Sally Greene Will Not Run for Re-election in 2026
Sally Greene posted on her Facebook page Monday afternoon she plans to depart the Board of Orange County Commissioners next winter, opening up an at-large seat in the 2026 election.
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Local Government Meetings: November 10-14, 2025
This week in local government: the Pittsboro town board considers a pair of major developments, including the South Village Small Area Plan.
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GUIDE: Where to Find Food Resources In Orange and Chatham Counties
Here’s our guide to where residents in both Orange and Chatham can find food assistance and services as SNAP funds run dry.
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Orange County to Host Emergency Food Distributions This Weekend for Local SNAP Recipients
For residents who rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, Orange county will host food distributions this weekend.
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Design for Chatham Park’s South Village Takes Shape; Pittsboro Comments on Small Area Plan
After years of discussion and planning for the Chatham Park development, its South Village is beginning to take shape in its design.
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Nowell and Palmer Earn New Terms, Joiner Joins Carrboro Town Council
Tuesday’s election results made official the uncontested Carrboro Town Council race, with the three candidates earning four-year terms.
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Candace Hunziker, Tiana Thurber Elected to Pittsboro Board of Commissioners
Candace Hunziker and Tiana Thurber earned election to the Pittsboro Board of Commissioners amid a crowded field during Tuesday night’s local races.
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