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In 2020, Orange County is setting its sights on several old and some new goals. Chair of the Board of Commissioners Penny Rich says among the county’s chief concerns is tackling the issue of affordable housing and homelessness, especially with the coldest months of the year approaching. She believes that the new director of housing and community development Emilia Sutton could be a big help in that fight. “We need to take this on ourselves,” says Rich. “We have land, we need to figure out how to get it done. We’ve got a new housing director, I think she’s fabulous and hopefully she’ll be able to work with us.” Click the link in our bio to read more. 📰

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Last week, @realdonaldtrump authorized a U.S. airstrike near Iraq’s Baghdad airport that killed top Iranian general #QassemSoleimani. @repdavideprice, who represents Orange and Chatham Counties, issued a statement in response to Trump’s actions. “We can have no illusions as to the threats posed by the Iranian Quds Force or the atrocities perpetrated by Qasem Soleimani," Price wrote. "However, President Trump’s ordering of Soleimani’s assassination is an escalation that threatens the lives of thousands of Americans, including our service members and diplomats, and increases the prospects of a full-scale regional military conflict. The US action will be interpreted as an act of war against the Iranian state." Click the link in our bio to read Price’s full statement. #Iran #iranprotests

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Chatham News + Record Sells to North State Journal, Shakes Up Leadership

One of the oldest newspapers in North Carolina and an award-winning voice in Chatham County is changing ownership, as the Chatham News + Record announced its sale to North State Media on Monday. The paper shared the acquisition as part-owner Bill Horner III also announced his immediate departure from the publisher and editor role. Horner […]

UNC Study: 'Habitual' Social Media Use Changes Kids' Brain Development

Do you remember the time before social media? For children and young adults, social media is a significant part of their lives — and we’re still learning how it’s affecting them.  A study conducted by UNC researchers found a habitual checking of social media can impact brain development in adolescents. 

UNC: 57 Sinks in Residence Hall Return Detectable Lead in Tests

As UNC continues its testing of older campus facilities for lead in the water, one residence hall saw nearly two-thirds of its in-room sinks return results with detectable levels of the chemical. A release from the university’s media relations department on Tuesday said 57 of the 84 in-room sinks for Spencer Residence Hall returned tests […]

UNC Women's Lacrosse Coach Jenny Levy Inducted into National Lacrosse Hall of Fame

UNC women’s lacrosse head coach Jenny Levy, a three-time NCAA champion with the Tar Heels and 2022 world champion with Team USA, was inducted into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame on Saturday. She is a member of the Hall’s Class of 2021, whose induction was delayed due to the pandemic. Jenny Levy in the […]

Drake Maye's Late Heroics Lift UNC Football Past Duke in Thriller

If Carolina football fans thought they’d seen it all after the win in Boone, Saturday night’s contest in Durham proved them wrong. In a surreal rivalry matchup, the Tar Heels defeated Duke 38-35 on a touchdown pass from Drake Maye to Antoine Green with 16 seconds left. It’s Carolina’s fourth straight win over the Blue […]

Report: Hillsborough Home Invader Caught Red-Fingered

During home invasions, those who break-in sometimes leave clues or tips that authorities use to aid their searches. But very rarely do the home invaders leave behind an actual tip of a body part. The Associated Press reports Hillsborough resident Vernon Wilson was arrested this week after investigators identified him by a finger left at […]

Mack Brown Praises Defensive Improvement Following Win at Miami

After the Tar Heels allowed 45 points in their first loss of the season to Notre Dame, they’ve allowed just 34 combined in the past two games, both ACC wins.

Orange County Under Tropical Storm Warning; Schools Cancel Friday Classes

After making an intense landfall in Cuba, battering Florida and moving through South Carolina, Tropical Storm Ian will soon reach North Carolina. The National Weather Service issued a Tropical Storm Warning for much of the state on Thursday, with Orange County included in the alert. The federal agency said high winds and heavy rain can […]

Notre Dame Punishes Porous UNC Defense, Hands Tar Heels 1st Loss

Carolina entered its game with Notre Dame Saturday afternoon with a chance to prove something to national voters who hadn't recognized its 3-0 start with a ranking. And the Tar Heels did end up proving something: they proved those voters right.

UNC's 'Zombie Preparedness Festival' Educates Students on Emergency Prep

The Pit on UNC’s campus is treated as a central hub of activity during the school year. Walking by, you can typically see just about anything happening nearby. On Thursday, that included zombies.

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