Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill: Budget Passes, End of School Year, Upcoming Events

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 11, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June, 12, discussing town news and events. She talked about the passage of the town’s budget the night before, discussions around everywhere to everywhere greenways, downtown development, and more. She talked about the end of the school year in Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, previewed some upcoming events, and more.

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‘Professionals Behind the Wheel’: Chapel Hill Transit Competition Challenges and Celebrates Its Operators

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 10, 2026 | Local Government, Transit

Chapel Hill Transit held its annual roadeo competition this past weekend, where operators showed off their skills in a timed obstacle course.

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Photo Gallery: Chapel Hill Transit Roadeo 2026 Competition

Posted by Staff | Jun 10, 2026 | Photos, Transit

The Chapel Hill Transit system held its annual Roadeo competition among its bus operators to see who could best navigate an obstacle course.

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Local Government Meetings: June 8-12, 2026

Posted by Aaron Keck | Jun 8, 2026 | Local Government

This week in local government: final budget votes in Hillsborough, Pittsboro, Chapel Hill, and Durham County.

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Photo Gallery: 2026 Chapel Hill Pride Promenade

Posted by Henry Taylor | Jun 6, 2026 | News Around Town

On Saturday, June 6, hundreds of Chapel Hill residents and members of the community gathered to celebrate Pride Month. Here are photos.

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Pair of W. Franklin Street Restaurants Permanently Shutter in May

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 5, 2026 | Business

The Central American restaurant The Latin Effect closed on May 28, while Rams Corner closed to Franklin Street customers earlier in the month.

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Morris Grove Elementary School Dismissing Students Early Wednesday Due to Power Outage

Posted by Michael Koh | Jun 3, 2026 | Pre-K - 12 Education

Morris Grove Elementary School in Chapel Hill is dismissing students at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday after...

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CHCCS High Schools Win State Championships in Women’s Lacrosse, Women’s Soccer

Posted by Michael Koh | Jun 2, 2026 | High School Sports

Two local high schools each took home state championships last weekend. Chapel Hill High School...

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Chapel Hill Announces Adjusted Hours for Indoor Recreational Facilities and Centers

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jun 2, 2026 | Local Government, Recreation

A difficult financial landscape is causing both residents and our local governments to tighten...

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Géos Tavern & Oyster Bar Set To Open In Chapel Hill June 8

Posted by Henry Taylor | Jun 1, 2026 | Business

Géos Tavern & Oyster Bar is set to open Monday, June 8. The restaurant will feature seafood inspired by the flavors of North Carolina cooking.

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