(via Lew Borman) November 3 — For the Chapel Hill Tigers’ field hockey team, it was an unforgettable season that ended with a 2-0 victory over the Asheville Cougars to take the state public high school field hockey championship. The game was played at Wake Forest University’s Kentner Stadium. The game was fast paced and…
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Epitome of Competition
By Frank Heath The upcoming contest between UNC and NC State at Finley Stadium is going to be, quite simply, the “epitome of what football is about.†After the Tar Heels found a way to prevail last Saturday against Maryland, the table is immediately set for a brawl between two schools that (a) are close…
Writing program helps students in Chapel Hill-Carrboro city schools
Caitlin Meaney Carrboro Commons Writer Mary Andrews never intended to develop a writing program for the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School (CHCCS) system. But after attending a writing workshop six years ago, she was inspired to create Coach Write, a program that uses trained volunteers to help supplement writing instruction in the classroom. “Children need an…
School briefs: 11/08/07
Cultural nights Smith Middle School will hold a Cultural Performance Night on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. and a Cultural Exhibit Night next Thursday, also from 7 to 9, as part of the school’s annual Global Connections celebration week. On Tuesday, Smith students will present skits, poetry recitations, dances and musical performances. For Thursday’s…
For the Record: The lost art of civility
It would be a lie to say that civility is the answer to all the ills of modern politics — local, state, national and global. But damn folks, now that this election is over, let’s give it a whirl. I’ve covered a lot of governmental boards, commissions, councils and what-have-ya’s and have witnessed decent behavior…
Averting climate catastrophe
 By Jim Warren “Business-as-usual, if it continues for even another decade, will be disastrous …†James Hansen, the nation’s foremost climate expert, is issuing this call for public action — before climate disruption becomes irreversible. On November 17 in Chapel Hill, Dr. Hansen will focus on the need for dramatic reductions in greenhouse gases. His…
Exile on Jones Street: Primary coloring book: U.S. Congress Part One
By Kirk Ross Now that traditional low voter turnout has determined the make up of most of the boards and bodies that comprise the government closest to the people, let’s take a look at what’s up with that distant entity on a hill to which we dispatch 15 stout-hearted North Carolinians as our representatives in…
Letters to the Editor: 11/08/07
Chaos theory In chaos theory, the movement of the butterfly’s wings has consequences for the path of the coming storm. I thought I would pass on the consequences of the local media not publishing my guest editorial regarding the supporters of Mr. Coleman for political office. I received a call at the end of last…
Community Briefs: 11/08/07
Economic lecture The Chatham County Courthouse in Pittsboro will host “Developing a Creative Place-Based Economy,†a seminar and discussion led by Becky Anderson, a founder of Handmade in America, a nonprofit organization dedicated to economic strategies in small towns, particularly in North Carolina. The lecture will be Saturday, November 10 from 2 to 5 p.m.,…
Community Calendar: 11/08/07
Special Events The Heart of Carolina Jazz Orchestra – 18-piece ensemble performing big band jazz. Presented by Central Carolina Community College. Sun, Nov 11, 2-4pm at The Barn at Fearrington Village. For more info, contact Carl at 542-6495, ext 224. RSVVP – Help feed local families. Tuesday, Nov 13: Go out to eat at participating…
Arts Calendar: 11/08/07
Carrboro Emma’s Kids Art Exhibit & Fundraiser – Works by kids dying of AIDS in Glendonald, Meyerton, South Africa are sold to help the kids. Nov 9-Dec 1. Carrboro Century Center, 100 N Greensboro St, Carrboro, 918-7385. Orange County Artists Guild Open Studio Tour – Nov 10 & 11 (Sat 10am-5pm, Sun noon-5pm). More than…
Music Calendar: 11/08/07
Thursday Nov 8 Blue Horn Lounge: Bo Lankenau & Lucy Sumner. 9pm Cat’s Cradle: Hackensaw Boys, Songs from the Road. 8:30pm. $12 The Cave: Early: Brett Rosenberg w/ Tommy Godwin. Late: Mighty Zorgon w/ Transistor Sun General Store Café: Jazz with Club Boheme. 8pm Local 506: Captured By Robots. 9pm. $8 Nightlight: We Are The…
Shots fired on Brooks Street
This from the Chapel Hill PD: Shots Fired Into Unoccupied Vehicle On November 6, 2007, at approximately 9:00 a.m., several shots were fired into the victim’s vehicle while it was parked on Brooks Street. The shots were fired from what the victim described as a black car with tinted windows. The suspects who are described…
Creative Sparks
Mike Roig fires up the blow torch to weld the finishing touches onto his latest piece. The home and studio of Roig and his wife, Clay Carmichael are part of this year’s annual Orange County Artists Guild Open Studio Tour. Photo by Marianna King Courtesy of The Carrboro Commons
Jade Palace to celebrate 25th
The Jade Palace crew is preparing to celebrate the restaurant’s 25th anniversary. Photo by Maciek Krzysztoforski By Susan Dickson Staff Writer Over the past quarter-century, Jade Palace has developed its standing as a staple in the Carrboro community. The Chinese restaurant, a favorite among many in this community, will celebrate its 25th anniversary November 9-10….