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Orange County Wants a New Slogan

Posted by Staff | Dec 3, 2015 | News Around Town

Orange County has an opportunity to change the “Welcome to Orange County” Interstate sign, currently placed on I-40 at mile marker 269, heading west. The current sign welcomes interstate travelers with the message, “Orange...

Former Chapel Hill Mayor Honored for Public Service

Posted by Blake Hodge | Nov 30, 2015 | Featured, News Around Town

A former Chapel Hill Mayor was honored by Governor Pat McCrory earlier this month. Howard Lee served as Mayor of Chapel Hill from 1969 through 1975. He was the first African – American to be elected of a predominantly white...

Holidays In Hillsborough!

Posted by Aaron Keck | Nov 28, 2015 | News Around Town

The full rundown of holiday events and happenings in Hillsborough this year.

120 More Blankets Needed

Posted by Staff | Nov 28, 2015 | News Around Town

During the first two weeks of the 12th-annual Blanket Orange County blanket drive, 180 blankets have been collected. The goal for this year’s event is to bring in 300 new or gently used blankets for distribution to Orange County...

Orange County Marks 150th Anniversary Of 13th Amendment

Posted by Aaron Keck | Nov 27, 2015 | News Around Town

Free Spirit Freedom is hosting the event.

Effort to Blanket Orange County Begins Monday

Posted by Blake Hodge | Nov 13, 2015 | News Around Town

The 12th-annual Blanket Orange County blanket drive starts on Monday. The goal for this year’s event is to bring in 300 new or gently used blankets for distribution to Orange County citizens in need. There are eight drop-off...

“Beach Shack Boil” Saturday Will Benefit SKJAJA

Posted by Aaron Keck | Nov 12, 2015 | News Around Town

SKJAJA has supported programs for local kids since 2008.

EmPOWERment Is “Opening Doors Of Opportunity”

Posted by Aaron Keck | Nov 12, 2015 | News Around Town

EmPOWERment, Inc., is holding a benefit gala in Carrboro this Saturday.

Woods Charter School Hosts Holiday Shop(pe) And 5K

Posted by Aaron Keck | Nov 12, 2015 | News Around Town

A craft show and a 5K this weekend will benefit Woods Charter School.

Annual Community Dinner Seeks Volunteers, Donations

Posted by Aaron Keck | Oct 31, 2015 | News Around Town

The 19th annual Community Dinner will take place April 10, 2016.

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