Local Government Meetings: April 7-11, 2025 Posted by Aaron Keck | Apr 7, 2025 | Local Government This week in local government: local school boards hold budget meetings, while Chapel Hill and Orange County talk long-term planning. Read More
‘A Really Big Step’: Carrboro Council Reviews Recommendations for Expanding Affordable Housing Posted by Emma Cooke | Apr 4, 2025 | Housing, Local Government The Carrboro Town Council recently met to consider options on how to “move the needle” on its affordable housing goals. Read More
Carrboro Named Finalist in All-America City Competition for ‘Outstanding’ Civic Engagement Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 2, 2025 | Local Government, National The Town of Carrboro is a finalist for the National Civic League’s annual All-America City Award, as announced on Wednesday. Read More
Chatham County Responds, Asks for Dismissal of Summit Church Lawsuit Alleging Religious Discrimination Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 2, 2025 | Development, Instagram, Local Government Chatham County filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit alleging its officials violated the religious rights of a church seeking a new campus. Read More
Chapel Hill’s Homestead Aquatic Center Reopens After Infrastructure Upgrades Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 31, 2025 | Instagram, Local Government, Recreation After a lengthy closure to make several upgrades and renovations, the Town of Chapel Hill reopened the Homestead Aquatic Center on Monday. Read More
Local Government Meetings: March 31-April 4, 2025 Posted by Aaron Keck | Mar 31, 2025 | Local Government This week in local government: Pittsboro holds a budget discussion, while Carrboro and Orange County leaders talk transportation. Read More
STIHL Holds Open House, Celebration For New Orange County Distribution Center in Mebane Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 29, 2025 | Business, Development, Local Government The power tool manufacturer STIHL welcomed corporate leaders, local government dignitaries and more to its open house celebration in Mebane. Read More
Chapel Hill Shares Latest Pond Removal, Construction Timeline for Legion Road Housing and Park Project Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 28, 2025 | Development, Housing, Instagram, Local Government The Town of Chapel Hill is beginning early stages to drain and remove both the pond and dam at its property off Legion Road. Read More
Chapel Hill’s 2025 Mayoral Race Gains Its First Candidate. Here’s Who It Is Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 27, 2025 | Election, Local Election Coverage, Local Government Chris Suttle, a cannabis lobbyist and consultant, announced his plans to run for Chapel Hill mayor during an open mic event Tuesday night. Read More
Town of Hillsborough Launches Discounted Rain Barrel Program Posted by Ben Crosbie | Mar 27, 2025 | Local Government Hillsborough residents are now able to buy discounted rain barrels as part of a program launched... Read More