March 2026 Archives

For the second time, Still Life nightclub workers face charges from a fatal car wreck

March 13, 2026 Henry Nicholls and Rachel Moody

The most recent charges follow a fatal car crash in Harnett County involving people under 21 who allegedly were served at Still Life. Still Life workers also faced similar charges after a fatal 2024 wreck in Chapel Hill.

This local farm gives visitors a new way to rest and relax: cuddling with a cow

March 13, 2026 Henry Nicholls

The Brajboro Cow Sanctuary offers visitors the opportunity to participate in activities such as cow cuddling, feeding, and more. It’s part of a trend of large animal-assisted therapy, where animals other than the typical cats and dogs are used in therapeutic ways.

Climate activists remain optimistic, despite Trump Administration policy changes

March 13, 2026 Andrew Sellers

The White House has rescinded many environmental policies, including a finding that greenhouse gasses pose a risk. But advocates of climate regulations say they’ll continue their work.

Substance abuse during Spring Break can be dangerous, but may not be as common as you think

March 13, 2026 Maddie Policastro

UNC Student Wellness and Prevention has stressed harm reduction strategies for students who are planning to party over Spring Break. But they note that many students are planning substance-free activities.

Carolina Connection podcast: New UNC policies spark concerns about academic freedom and faculty safety

March 9, 2026 Alice Scott and Anthony Guerra-Flores

UNC faculty have raised concerns about academic freedom and their rights after three new policies were implemented that change the rules on classroom procedure.

One policy, which allowed University administrators to record classrooms without instructor knowledge, was recently scrapped by the Chancellor after faculty pushback. Other policies remain in effect, including a new systemwide academic freedom policy, and a decision by UNC System President Peter Hans that declared syllabi to be public records.

Carolina Connection’s Alice Scott joined Anthony Guerra-Flores to discuss the controversies.

Carolina Connection – Mar. 7, 2026

March 7, 2026 Editor

Fourth District Congresswoman Valerie Foushee’s slim victory highlights tensions in the Democratic party. The war in the Middle East has left people at UNC feeling the weight of the conflict. Experts say rising gas prices are closely related to the Middle East conflict. Students return from Milan, where they helped document the Winter Olympics. A controversial artist demonstrates the power of printmaking as political expression.

Month: March 2026

For the second time, Still Life nightclub workers face charges from a fatal car wreck

This local farm gives visitors a new way to rest and relax: cuddling with a cow

Climate activists remain optimistic, despite Trump Administration policy changes

Substance abuse during Spring Break can be dangerous, but may not be as common as you think

Carolina Connection podcast: New UNC policies spark concerns about academic freedom and faculty safety

Carolina Connection – Mar. 7, 2026

Rep. Valerie Foushee’s primary race was unusually close. Were voters sending her a message?

Gas prices are up because of the Iran war, and experts say they likely won’t come back down soon.

Controversial artist Raj Bunnag explores the power of printmaking as political expression

UNC students and faculty worry for friends and family in Iran, where communication is limited