October 2020 Archives

No tricks or treats: Halloween will look different this year on Franklin Street

October 23, 2020

Town officials are trying to discourage the annual gathering on Franklin Street.

Proposed affordable housing development progresses, but still faces opposition

October 23, 2020

Despite slow progress, the Habitat for Humanity of Orange County continues to work on a mixed use development in Chapel Hill.

New study on eating disorders uses genetics to help with diagnoses and treatments

October 23, 2020

Dr. Cynthia Bulik is leading The Eating Disorders Genetics Initiative. She hopes the results will help with eating disorder diagnosis and treatment.

UNC Transgender Health Program hopes to provide a safe environment for medical care

October 23, 2020

The new program consists of a wide network of doctors dedicated to helping transgender people get treatment without harassment or discrimination.

Killing the game: women’s volleyball player shines on and off the court

October 23, 2020

UNC junior Destiny Cox, a member of the women’s volleyball team, stands out on and off the court.

During a pandemic, turning 21 might mean waiting to buy that first drink at the bar

October 23, 2020

Carolina Connection’s Maria Cade describes how she celebrated her 21st birthday during a global pandemic.

Because of the pandemic, the cast of UNC’s annual Rocky Horror show will do the “Time Warp” virtually

October 23, 2020

UNC Pauper Players’ annual Halloween performance of the Rocky Horror Picture Show will take place online this year.

UNC administrators say student free speech is protected, but others aren’t so sure

October 23, 2020

At a virtual panel hosted by the UNC Program for Public Discourse, experts highlighted the importance of free speech on college campuses.

CarolinaCast: Chapel Hill musicians adapt to performing in a pandemic

October 22, 2020

Musicians across the country are facing unique challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many are finding it difficult to adjust to social distancing requirements in recording studios, closed concert venues, and a general lack of social interaction. That means they’ve had to fundamentally change how they make music.

Carolina Connection – Oct. 17, 2020

October 17, 2020

Long lines and new COVID-19 safety measures marked the first day of early voting in Chapel Hill. University officials are encouraging asymptomatic students to get tested for COVID-19 frequently at the free Carolina Union testing site. UNC ranked 37th in the nation for the school’s free speech protections. The Town of Chapel Hill is working on a new project to help prevent flooding near Eastgate Shopping Center. Despite new pandemic restrictions, the Tar Heel women’s cross country team started their season with a win. Students are playing Dungeons and Dragons to escape the real world and create a magical new one.