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Author: Susan Dickson

Smart Board Champions

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Susan Dickson

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation has identified 20 Smart Board Champions.

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State takes a bite out of local school budget

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Susan Dickson

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.

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Carrboro: technology-business mecca

Posted on August 11, 2011August 11, 2011 by Susan Dickson

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.

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Overcrowded schools could halt development

Posted on August 4, 2011August 4, 2011 by Susan Dickson

Overcrowding in elementary schools and a delay in the construction of a new school could put a temporary stop to new residential development.

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A garden grows in Carrboro

Posted on August 4, 2011August 4, 2011 by Susan Dickson

Every Saturday morning in a garden tucked off Hillsborough Road, a group of residents comes together to do a little digging in the dirt.

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Forcella takes the reins of CHCCS

Posted on August 4, 2011August 4, 2011 by Susan Dickson

“It’s really about all kids learning at higher levels,” Forcella said. “Intelligence is not stagnant. Effort creates ability.”

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Owners in dispute over Johnny’s future

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Susan Dickson

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.

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Work to begin soon on 300 East Main hotel

Posted on July 28, 2011July 28, 2011 by Susan Dickson

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.

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Phil Blank, July 21, 2011

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Susan Dickson

Illustration by Phil Blank

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Farewell to the King of Carrboro, Part 2

Posted on July 21, 2011July 21, 2011 by Susan Dickson

It’s not a particularly great photograph – but it captures a moment in time never to be seen again.

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Stewart closes out tenure as town manager

Posted on July 21, 2011July 21, 2011 by Susan Dickson

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.

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Stakeholders look toward day-laborer center

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Susan Dickson

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.

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Phil Blank, July 14, 2011

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Susan Dickson

Illustration by Phil Blank

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The Boys of Summer, 1954

Posted on July 14, 2011July 14, 2011 by Susan Dickson

From the 1954 bound volume of Roland Giduz’ Chapel Hill News Leader comes this image of the Boys of Summer 57 years ago.

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Farewell to the King of Carrboro

Posted on July 14, 2011July 18, 2011 by Susan Dickson

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.

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