I’m of the opinion that the humble snapshot, given enough time, becomes a piece of priceless documentary photography.
Author: Staff
FLORA: Feasting on Ocracoke
I am still relishing attending the Sixth Annual Ocracoke Working Watermen’s Association oyster roast, shrimp boil and fish stew fundraiser on the eve of New Year’s Eve.
Occupy moves on
The tents have all come down, the signs have been packed up and Peace and Justice Plaza has been returned to normal, as Occupy Chapel Hill has decided to disassemble its occupation.
Elementary 11 plans outlined
The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district is breaking ground on a new elementary school that it hopes will help alleviate its overcrowding issue.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Forever Forward
This Monday will mark the 25th anniversary of the celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday as a federal holiday.
Holiday closings
Most municipal offices will operate on holiday schedules in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Kinnaird seeks reelection
Sen. Ellie Kinnaird has announced she will seek reelection in 2012.
Chapel Hill Transit adjusts schedule
On Jan. 9, Chapel Hill Transit implemented schedule adjustments to improve service and system-wide efficiency based on ridership trends and traffic patterns.
Carolina North progress update
UNC will hold a public meeting on Jan. 19 at 5:30 p.m. to provide a progress update about Carolina North.
Domestic disturbance suspect arrested
Chapel Hill Police arrested Ming Cheng of River Birch Lane on Jan. 6 after responding to a domestic disturbance call.
Serve on advisory boards
Residents of Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Orange, Durham and Chatham counties are encouraged to apply to serve on the Town of Chapel Hill’s advisory boards and commissions.
New K9 for police
K9 Officer Viper will join the Hillsborough Police Department this month to replace retiring K9 Officer Sampson.
Awarding grants to nonprofits
Nonprofit representatives can attend a workshop to learn more about the Chatham County and United Way of Chatham County combined application process on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon.
Heels continue to improve
Sophomore Harrison Barnes is once again emerging as the central offensive force on UNC’s roster.
Organic garden celebrates anniversary
The Chapel Hill High School Green Tiger Campaign’s Community Garden will celebrate four successful years on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the garden.





