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Drone Shows and Parades: Here’s What to Know Before Orange County’s July 4 Celebrations

Posted by Emma Cooke | Jul 3, 2026 | Entertainment, Local Government

This Year’s July 4 Celebration in Hillsborough: ‘Together, We Are America’

by Victor Lewis | Entertainment, Local Government

Independence Day in 2026 is slated to have even bigger celebrations than usual as the America 250 campaign kicks off across the United States, and Hillsborough is no exception.

Celebration of Independence Day to Alter Local Government Services in Orange County

by Michael Koh | Local Government

The celebration of Independence Day on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 will affect several...

Orange County Activates Cooling Centers Through Fourth of July Weekend

by Henry Taylor | Health, Weather

Orange County announced it will activate cooling centers from July 3-5 as North Carolina braces for extreme heat over the weekend.

OWASA’s Rosemary Street Project Shifts To New Intersection, Nears Halfway Point

by Henry Taylor | Local Government, Traffic

OWASA provided an update on its on-going W. Rosemary Street water main replacement process, which it said is nearing the halfway point.

Former Orange High School Counselor Charged Over Indecent Liberties With Students

by Brighton McConnell | Jul 2, 2026 | Crime, Pre-K - 12 Education

A former high school counselor, who recently resigned from Orange County Schools amid investigation into her conduct, turned herself into authorities on Thursday.

Local Artist Loren Pease Creates Vibrant Murals Across the Community

by Henry Taylor | Jul 2, 2026 | Arts, Business

She is known for her murals adorning local businesses and buildings, and has plenty of projects coming to the community soon.

2 Chatham County Schools Administrators Begin New Roles in District

by Michael Koh | Jul 1, 2026 | Pre-K - 12 Education

A pair of Chatham County Schools administrators will be taking on new roles for the upcoming...

Chapel Hill Man Wins $200,000 Lottery Prize on Scratch-Off Ticket

by Michael Koh | Jul 1, 2026 | News Around Town

Kevin Valdez of Chapel Hill won the top prize of $200,000 on a $5 scratch-off ticket, the North...

‘Mind Your Business’: Local Openings, Closings and Updates in April-June 2026

by Staff | Jul 1, 2026 | Business, Mind Your Business

The spring led to some exciting openings for some and quiet closings for others. Read details on the greater Orange County business scene.

Postino Restaurant and Wine Bar Opening in Chapel Hill’s University Place This Fall

by Michael Koh | Jun 30, 2026 | Business

The restaurant and wine bar Postino will open in Chapel Hill’s University Place shopping...

Former UNC Player Ed Davis Among Several Indicted in NBA Gambling Scandal

by Michael Koh | Jun 29, 2026 | ACC, Basketball, Crime, Sports, UNC Sports

Ed Davis, who played for the UNC men’s basketball team from 2008 through 2010 and helped the...

South Creek Finalizes Deal to Protect 80 Acres of Forest with Local Conservation Group

by Brighton McConnell | Jun 29, 2026 | Development, Environment, Recreation

The developers of South Creek struck a deal to formally convey the largest undeveloped, privately-owned tract within Chapel Hill town limits.

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Drone Shows and Parades: Here’s What to Know Before Orange County’s July 4 Celebrations

This Year’s July 4 Celebration in Hillsborough: ‘Together, We Are America’

Celebration of Independence Day to Alter Local Government Services in Orange County

OWASA’s Rosemary Street Project Shifts To New Intersection, Nears Halfway Point

Former Orange High School Counselor Charged Over Indecent Liberties With Students

Local Artist Loren Pease Creates Vibrant Murals Across the Community

2 Chatham County Schools Administrators Begin New Roles in District

Chapel Hill Man Wins $200,000 Lottery Prize on Scratch-Off Ticket

‘Mind Your Business’: Local Openings, Closings and Updates in April-June 2026

Postino Restaurant and Wine Bar Opening in Chapel Hill’s University Place This Fall

Former UNC Player Ed Davis Among Several Indicted in NBA Gambling Scandal

South Creek Finalizes Deal to Protect 80 Acres of Forest with Local Conservation Group

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