Overcrowding in elementary schools and a delay in the construction of a new school could put a temporary stop to new residential development.
State in violation of ADA, feds say
The U.S. Department of Justice has told the state of North Carolina that its failure to make community-based accommodation for people living with mental illness is in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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€
FLORA: Another spectacular Piedmont wildflower display
I jump for joy when I view a field of wildflowers, especially here in our Piedmont region.
Arrest in local break-ins
Lydriquez Jamel Blount was arrested by Carrboro police on Wednesday and charged with multiple counts of felony breaking and entering and larceny.
New OWASA board members
Dana Stidham and Will Raymond took the oath of office to join the OWASA Board of Directors on July 28.
A Southern Season sold to local capital fund
Having grown from an 800-square-foot store and a staff of one in December 1975 to 60,000 square feet and more than 300 employees, A Southern Season certainly has seen some changes.
Chatham seeks committee members
The Chatham County Board of Commissioners seeks 12 members for its Human Relations Advisory Committee; the deadline for applications is Sept. 9.
New parking on Franklin Street
A new municipal parking lot providing 48 spaces is now open at 427 W. Franklin St.
New traffic signal on Homestead
Construction crews are installing a new traffic signal at the intersection of Homestead Road and Weaver Dairy Road Extension; it’s expected to be in operation by Aug. 15.
School history exhibit opens
The Orange County Historical Museum has opened a new exhibit, “Schoolhouses, Students and Slates: 19th Century Education in Hillsborough and Orange County.â€
Family fun day at Hargraves Center
The Town of Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Department will hold Family Fun Day from 6 to 10 p.m. on Saturday at the Hargraves Community Center 216 N. Roberson St.
Police investigate campus break-in
UNC police are investigating a breaking-and-entering and larceny in the Student and Academic Services Building North.
Backpacks, school supplies needed
Bring school supplies and backpacks to the Hargraves Recreation Center this week through Friday to participate in a drive to provide school supplies to children of the Northside and Pine Knolls neighborhoods.