1+ week, 5+ day ago  (200+ words) LETTER FROM THE EDITOR By Michelle Cassell Editor Please donate to Friends of Local Journalism, publisher of The Local Reporter. You can also use this'Venmo link'or make out and mail a check to "Friends of Local Journalism," publisher of'The Local…...

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (794+ words) By Adam Powell Correspondent CHAPEL HILL "A fight with major implications on the campus of the University of North Carolina has intensified in recent weeks between those interested in renovating UNC's Dean E. Smith Center and those who would like to…...

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (805+ words) By Pamir Kiciman Correspondent CHAPEL HILL " The NEFES Ensemble presented an unusual night of music on UNC-Chapel Hill's campus late in January. Comprised of academics and flute teachers who are active recording and touring musicians, the ensemble plays music by…...

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (395+ words) Press Release by Snooze Compiled by Michelle Cassell Editor CHAPEL HILL " Snooze will reopen its Chapel Hill location (1800 E Franklin St., Ste. 003) on Sunday, March 1. Located in the Eastgate Shopping Center, Snooze has been closed since the building suffered extensive…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (377+ words) Press Release Compiled by Michelle Cassell Editor With the water temperature hovering at a brisk 39 degrees, participants didn't hesitate Saturday as they rushed into Jordan Lake for the Chatham County Sheriff's Office's annual Polar Plunge at Seaforth Beach. The event…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (280+ words) Carolina Performing Arts Press Release Compiled by Michelle Cassell CHAPEL HILL " Carolina Performing Arts at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has released the third chapter of its "Artists Are Athletes/Athletes Are Artists" storytelling series, examining shared…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (274+ words) Press Release Compiled by Michelle Cassell Editor WHAT: Release of PORCH Communities" 2025 Impact Report, documenting a year of significant growth and community-driven hunger relief across the U.S. " State of the Community Webinar Replay: At a time when food insecurity continues to…...

1+ mon, 6+ day ago  (475+ words) By Laurie Paolicelli Guest Columnist In Chapel Hill, the stars don't just come out at night: they're shining 24/7. And just when you think you've seen them all, here comes another, even brighter light. Ladies and Gentlemen, please welcome Donovan Livingston…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (690+ words) By Michelle Cassell Editor CHAPEL HILL " Extraordinary Ventures is launching a new thrift store aimed at creating job opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while preserving a longtime community resource. The Chapel Hill nonprofit partners with local businesses…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (821+ words) By Laurie Paolicelli Guest Columnist Updated on February 17, 2026 with comments from WCHL's Aaron Keck. People are story-telling animals. We love to hear stories and we love to tell them, and the only thing better than a good story is a…...