I’m breaking a rule here on the last day of 2012. Most of what I’ve written here did NOT take place in Chapelboro.  But it could happen here. And it does. And it could happen more.  It’s just that...
Until at least Fall 2013, the Atlantic Coast Conference won’t include any members from landlocked states. Before more variables are introduced, let’s rank the best (and the worst) of the ACC’s road venues. In full disclosure,...
During the most critical stretch of UNC’s alphabet soup win over UNLV Saturday, the Tar Heels denied the Running Rebels three chances to take back the lead they had held only once briefly earlier in the second half. Thrice the...
It takes only few minutes of cable news to see that Americans need to have a gun control discussion. However, I seem to be one of the few people willing to actually have it. This goes for both sides of the debate, which refuse...
On January 1, 2013, will you make a resolution to better yourself through the course of the year? It is estimated that 100 million Americans make New Year’s resolutions, but only a fraction will see the goal through to success....
Autumn’s change in weather often brings with it an increase in stomach bugs, those pesky germs that bring nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. If you are gripe by the grippe this fall, switch to food that doesn’t irritate...
Kirk Urso and my Carolina Family There is a small photo mural on the wall by the Olympic sports equipment room, hidden under Carmichael gymnasium down two flights of stairs. Footballers, track stars and jocks of all stripes pass...
Thrift shopping is a rather common hobby for many people in the Orange County area, especially in Carrboro and Chapel Hill. For those of you who don’t know, thrift stores are stores that sell donated goods (such as clothing,...
Former Governor Martin’s report on his independent investigation into academic fraud at UNC is due Thursday, and my educated guess is that it will confirm what we already know and reveal little that we don’t. That’s the outcome...