Barnes & Noble in Chapel Hill Mall Sets Grand Opening Date with Author Appearance
Barnes & Noble, the major bookstore and entertainment chain, is planning a grand opening for Wednesday, September 23 at its University Place location in Chapel Hill.
24 Hours in Hillsborough: Off the Beaten Path with Eryk Pruitt
Join local author Eryk Pruitt for a guided tour through what 24 hours in charming Hillsborough, NC, could look like with a special eye for local flavor!
Equipment Failure Causes Delays to Carrboro’s Household Trash Collection
Carrboro said the breakdown led to Wednesday’s collection taking longer than normal. As a result, Thursday and Friday collection has moved.
Orange County Reports Rabid Skunk After Altercation in Mebane
Orange County Animal Services has confirmed a positive rabies test on a skunk seen in Mebane...
Steve Belichick to Resign as UNC Ends Investigation Into Football Program, Saying Issues ‘Isolated in Scope’
A release from UNC on Thursday said Steve Belichick will step down after his medical leave, which is part of its concluding investigation.
UNC Football at Clemson (2026): How to Watch, Cord-Cutting Options and Kickoff Time
UNC will look to continue its strong start to the 2026 season when it visits Clemson...
Little Big Moments: Fierce Stalking, Holy Attention
The writer Annie Dillard died this week. In tribute to her, I first wrote these words now...
Speaker Johnson Recesses the House Early as Rep. Thomas Massie Pushes Hegseth Impeachment
Speaker Mike Johnson closed up the House early, sending lawmakers home Wednesday to campaign for the midterm elections. But not without a scathing rebuke from GOP Rep. Thomas Massie for all the unfinished business.
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3PM-6PM M-FOrange County: Land Use Retreat, Joint Meeting, Work Session
Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 16, discussing county news and events. She recapped several meetings the county commissioners had in the past week, including a retreat on the Land Use 2050 Plan, a joint meeting with the Chapel Hill Town Council on a zoning request for a church, and the board's regular work session. She also previewed upcoming county events and more.
