You know, folks, I generally have two or more stories and photos queued up for Flora ahead of submission deadlines.
Carrboro calls NC-connected auteurs
Calling all Tar Heel filmmakers! This year, for the first time, the Carrboro Film Festival will accept film submissions with connections to anywhere in North Carolina.
Proposed Medicaid cuts misguided
By Verla Insko
Official Washington is gripped by heated and contentious budget talks that include many misguided ideas for reducing federal spending on health care.
School board race heats up
Four more candidates have filed to fill five seats on the seven-member Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education.
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.
Carrboro Creative Coworking to close its doors
Carrboro Creative Coworking will close its doors at the end of September, founder and owner Brian Russell announced on Tuesday.
Farmers celebrate tomato season
In the peak of tomato season, the Carrboro Farmers’ Market celebrates one of its most anticipated annual events – Tomato Day. This Saturday, farmers will fill their stands with juicy locally grown tomatoes to honor the festivities.
Candidate fields grow crowded in local races
As the filing period for this fall’s municipal elections draws to a close, more candidates have signed up for the races. . .
Potluck at Johnny’s
Johnny’s will host a community potluck on Monday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for community members to share ideas on the potential future of the Johnny’s space.
Senior care event
Carrboro and Chapel Hill community members are invited to attend a free event to prepare families for emergencies dealing with their senior loved ones.
Flag football in Chapel Hill
The Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registrations for youth flag football for ages 5-6 and for youth tackle football ages 7-12.
Kennel opens in CH
Chapel Hill Boarding Kennel, a new boarding kennel and dog-training center, has opened on New Hope Church Road.
Coffee shop needs partners
Tim Peck of Peck and Artisans hopes to bring a coffee shop to the lower level of his building, located on the corner of East Main and West Main streets.
Jewelry studio opens
The James Carter Studio and School of Jewelry Arts recently opened in Carr Mill Mall.
SCORE recognized
The Chapel Hill Chapter of the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) is one of 36 chapters nationwide to receive recognition for its excellent performance this year.