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Chapel Hill: Budget Update, Timeline, Library Funding, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 14, 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, May 14, discussing town news and events. She discussed the recent public hearing on the town’s proposed budget, which saw many community members speak on library funding and more. She also discussed upcoming events in the community and more.

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Victim Identified in Chapel Hill House Fire; Investigation Into Cause Still Ongoing

Posted by Henry Taylor | May 13, 2026 | Fire, Safety

The Chapel Hill Fire Department said one person died in a house fire on the corner of Redbud Lane and Honeysuckle Road Monday morning.

NCDOT Warns of Traffic Delays as Pedestrian Work Continues on Highway 54

Posted by Michael Koh | May 13, 2026 | Traffic, Transit

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is cautioning motorists to be aware of potential...

During Bike Month, Chapel Hill Highlights Resources to Expand Bicycle Use and Improve Safety

Posted by Brighton McConnell | May 13, 2026 | Local Government, Transit

Alongside the town’s Vison Zero efforts through Vision Zero, Chapel Hill Transit offers trip coordination using its bus routes and greenways.

UNC Reports More Than $17 Million in Direct Economic Impact from Savannah Bananas Visit

Posted by Michael Koh | May 11, 2026 | Business, Local Government, News Around Town, Sports

According to a release from UNC, the recent visit from the Savannah Bananas to Chapel Hill generated an estimated $17.1 million.

Al’s Burger Shack Hailed as ‘Best Cheeseburger in North Carolina’

Posted by Michael Koh | May 11, 2026 | Business

The website Fast Food Club named Al’s Burger Shack in Chapel Hill as the best cheeseburger...

Chapel Hill-Headquartered Insurance Agency Earns Statewide Award, Top 3 Recognition

Posted by Brighton McConnell | May 11, 2026 | Business, State

The local property and casualty insurance agency All About Insurance was recently awarded the Sapphire Agency Award by Auto-Owners Insurance.

No Tax Increases and Increased Spending Featured in Chapel Hill Staff’s Proposed FY27 Budget

Posted by Brighton McConnell | May 8, 2026 | Local Government

Following a year with improved revenues and a new town manager at the helm, the Town of Chapel Hill may go into the next fiscal year without a tax increase or significant cuts.

Chapel Hill: Budget Priorities, Timelines, and Feedback

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 7, 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, May 7, discussing town news and events. She talked about the recent budget presentation from town manager Ted Voorhees. She talked about there being no tax increase, and highlighted some key areas where there may be funding increases. She also previewed that the town would be providing more feedback opportunities, and more. She also discussed commencement weekend in Chapel Hill.