The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation has identified 20 Smart Board Champions.
Author: Susan Dickson
State takes a bite out of local school budget
In a county that was built around the first state university, public education – and with it, the two public school systems – has become one of Orange County’s most prized assets.
Carrboro: technology-business mecca
As the economy reels and local businesses suffer – with several forced to close their doors in recent weeks – business for Carrboro’s hidden economy is quietly booming.
Overcrowded schools could halt development
Overcrowding in elementary schools and a delay in the construction of a new school could put a temporary stop to new residential development.
A garden grows in Carrboro
Every Saturday morning in a garden tucked off Hillsborough Road, a group of residents comes together to do a little digging in the dirt.
Forcella takes the reins of CHCCS
“It’s really about all kids learning at higher levels,†Forcella said. “Intelligence is not stagnant. Effort creates ability.â€
Owners in dispute over Johnny’s future
While one owner of the Johnny’s property says she plans to reopen the business, another is saying the business isn’t hers to reopen – and that zoning issues could prevent her from doing so.
Work to begin soon on 300 East Main hotel
Work on the long-awaited 300 East Main project will likely start within several weeks, with the first phase of the development to be completed within 14 months of the start date, according to the developer.
Phil Blank, July 21, 2011
Illustration by Phil Blank
Farewell to the King of Carrboro, Part 2
It’s not a particularly great photograph – but it captures a moment in time never to be seen again.
Stewart closes out tenure as town manager
One of the things that’s immediately apparent about Steve Stewart is his modesty.
When asked about his accomplishments, the retiring town manager gives much credit to those he works with.
Stakeholders look toward day-laborer center
As one group of residents fights Carrboro’s anti-lingering ordinance, another is looking toward a solution that could resolve the issues surrounding the law – a day-laborer center.
Phil Blank, July 14, 2011
Illustration by Phil Blank
The Boys of Summer, 1954
From the 1954 bound volume of Roland Giduz’ Chapel Hill News Leader comes this image of the Boys of Summer 57 years ago.
Farewell to the King of Carrboro
There are certain people in small towns who become recognizable to many, whose stories are retold among residents, who become a part of the landscape.