(Note: the print version of this story indicating that the board of aldermen amended sidewalk rules for the fire station was incorrect. The online version of the story has been updated. ) By Kirk Ross Staff Writer Tweaks to the town’s requirements for developments may improve the chances for a 200-year-old holly tree on Homestead…
Recently: Condo overhaul conserves water, cash
By Valarie Schwartz After over 10 years of writing the Neighbors column in the Chapel Hill News, it’s been fun experimenting with different ways to write about our vibrant and eclectic community in The Carrboro Citizen. As some of you know, I continue writing real estate stories for the Chapel Hill News, and the one…
Arts Calendar: 10/25/07
Carrboro Water: Our Most Precious Resource – Numerous works on display by a variety of artists, all with the theme of the beauty of water. Through Jan 15 at the Carrboro Branch Library, 900 Old Fayetteville Rd, Chapel Hill (McDougle Schools Media Center). Mon-Thu 3:30-8pm, Sat 10am-2pm, Sun 1-5pm. Artists’ reception: Sunday, Oct 28, 2-4:30pm….
Music Calendar: 10/25/07
Thursday Oct 25 Blue Horn Lounge: Blue Diablo. 10pm Cat’s Cradle: Chatham County Line, Luego. 8pm. $10 The Cave: The Adult Film Makers, Coffin Bound, Stone Figs. 9pm General Store Café: Jazz with The Second Third. 8:30pm Local 506: The Broken West, The Whigs, Wild Sweet Orange. 9pm. $10 Nightlight: Suffering Bastard, Boyzone, USA Baby,…
Most Carrboro apartments have no sprinklers
 By Kate Newnam Carrboro Commons, Editor Week after week, the Carrboro Fire-Rescue Department takes the time to go out into the community and stress the importance of fire safety and prevention. And week after week, the information goes in one ear and out the other of many of the people they are trying to…
News Brief: UNC to host national SCALE conference
UNC will play host to the national conference of the Student Coalition for Action in Literacy Education (SCALE) this Friday and Saturday, October 26 and 27. The conference is titled “Read. Write. Act.â€Â It will bring together attendees from campuses around the country for a weekend of workshops and networking on social justice and civic…
News Brief: Hillsborough passenger rail
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday voted unanimously to pursue a passenger rail service stop in Hillsborough. The Hillsborough Train Stop Citizen’s Group had requested that the board formally seek passenger rail service for Hillsborough. The group presented a petition with 366 signatures asking AMTRAK, the Special Transit Advisory Committee, the NC…
News Brief: Rabies in Mebane
A raccoon and a skunk found in Orange County last week tested positive for rabies at the State Laboratory of Public Health. The raccoon was found dead in a yard near Mill Creek Road and High Rock Road in Mebane after the resident discovered that one of his two dogs’ ears was bleeding. Although the…
Chatham bans all outdoor watering
Chatham County is banning all outdoor watering with county-supplied water, including the use of drip irrigation. The ban is effective October 29. The upgraded restrictions apply primarily to northeastern county users served by Jordan Lake. Chatham users served by Siler City water follow seperate restrictions. The county’s restrictions do not apply to Cary’s water users…
Land & Table Brief: Farm conference
The Carolina Farm Stewardship Association will hold its 22nd Sustainable Agriculture Conference from November 9-11. The weekend will include exhibits, farm tours, meals, social events and more. Ongoing events include a seed exchange and a silent auction. Workshops will address such topics as “How to start an organic farm†and “Weeds: Good, Bad and Invasive. 
Land & Table Brief: OWASA workshop
To help people learn more about water conservation using the principles and practices of Sustainable Landscaping, OWASA is sponsoring a series of public workshops. The last of the workshops will be held Tuesday. Sustainable Landscaping (Management): October 30 10-11:30 a.m. or 7-8:30 p.m. The workshops will be in the Community Room on the lower floor…
Land & Table Brief: UNC Sustainability
UNC will hold a Campus Sustainability Day event on Friday, October 26 at the James M. Johnston Center in Graham Memorial, on Franklin Street. Attendees can expect refreshments and the opportunity to try out a Segway people mover. At 9 a.m., Chancellor James Moeser will be presented with this year’s campus sustainability report. At noon,…
Land & Table Brief: Drought workshop
Orange County will hold an informational workshop entitled “Dealing with the Drought†for well water users in rural areas tonight (Thursday) at 7. Speakers will present an update and forecast on the drought situation, information about wells and water production in Piedmont North Carolina geology, how to use sustainable landscaping practices and other basic tips…
Land & Table Brief: Market hours shift
The Carrboro Farmers’ Market will open an hour later for the rest of the season due to the cold. The market will now open at 8 a.m. instead of 7. The change is effective Saturday, November 3rd. This week’s market (October 27) will still open at 7.
Community Brief: Wine fundraiser
The Dispute Settlement Center is hosting a wine tasting at The Franklin Hotel on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Participants may sample 20 fine wines selected by A Southern Season complemented by hors d’oeuvres donated by various local restaurants. Tickets are $30 each or $50 for two and can be purchased…