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Slate of Doyle, Padilla and Moore Win Seats in Orange County Schools Election
Two incumbents and a newcomer are projected to win seats to the Orange County Schools Board of Education Tuesday night: Carrie Doyle, Jennifer Moore and Wendy Padilla.
Stein, Robinson Win Primaries in Race for NC Governor; Other 2024 Statewide General Elections Set
Josh Stein and Mark Robinson handily won their respective Democratic and Republican primaries in the race for North Carolina governor.
Phyllis Portie-Ascott Wins Dem. Primary for District 2 in Orange County Commissioner Race
Phyllis Portie-Ascott is the projected winner of the Democratic primary for a District 2 seat on the Board of Orange County Commissioners.
UNC Political Scientist Talks Polarization Reflected in 2024 Elections
As North Carolina transitions from primary election season to general election season, most observers anticipate another frustrating and divisive campaign. 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell recently spoke with UNC Distinguished Professor of Political Science Marc Hetherington about what to expect in the upcoming general election.
2024 Candidate Introductions: Orange County Schools Board of Education
During this election season, 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro spoke with candidates for local races representing Orange County. Each answered the same set of questions regarding their decision to run for elected office, their background in the community and what they wish...
2024 Candidate Introductions: Orange County Board of Commissioners (Primary)
The elections for Orange County’s Board of Commissioners are often decided in the primary. But that’s not the case for one race this year.
Early Voting in 2024: What Do You Need To Know in Orange, Durham, or Chatham County?
Early voting is about to begin for the 2024 primary! Here’s what you need to know in order to vote in Orange, Durham, or Chatham County.
Top Stories of 2023: Orange County Has New Leadership After Local Elections
To reflect on the year, Chapelboro.com is re-publishing some of the top stories that impacted and defined our community’s experience in 2023. These stories and topics affected Chapel Hill, Carrboro and the rest of our region. Local elections and politics in Orange...
The Candidate Filing Period Is Closed For 2024 Elections. Who’s Running in Orange County?
The filing period is now underway for candidates running for office in the 2024 elections. Here’s a list of who’s running in Orange County.
Carrboro Swears In Mayor Foushee, 2 New Council Members; Sets Special Election for Open Seat
Barbara Foushee was officially sworn into office as Carrboro Mayor, while the town council also welcomed two new members.
Marilyn Carter Files to Run for Orange County District 1 Seat
A familiar face in Orange County politics is looking to make a leap into elected office next year. Marilyn Carter, the current president of Democratic Women of Orange County and former Chair of the Orange County Democratic Party, filed to run for the county's board of...
Anna Richards Will Not Run Again, Leaving Orange County District 1 Seat Open in 2024 Elections
Anna Richards is not seeking re-election to the Orange County Board of Commissioners, opening up a seat for the upcoming election cycle.
