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‘Cupcake wars’ come to Franklin St.

October 5, 2013

National chain Gigi’s Cupcakes has opened down the block from local cupcake favorite Sugarland. Is there enough of a market to coexist?

Group calls for coal divestment

September 28, 2013

A student group wants the UNC Board of Trustees to look into divesting from the coal industry.

Farm connects refugees with home

September 21, 2013

Some Burmese refugees in Chapel Hill are finding a way to reconnect with their native farming tradition.

Students protest voting changes

September 21, 2013

UNC students take part in a “Moral Monday” demonstration to protest changes to North Carolina voter laws.

Bird-cams aim to explain ‘peacocking’

September 14, 2013

What is it about peacocks’ tails that attracts female mates? Scientists are discovering that the answer is more complicated than just the bright colors.

Childhood 9/11 memories recalled

September 13, 2013

Twelve years after 9/11, UNC students recall where they were at the time of the tragedy and how they struggled to grasp the consequences.

Chapel Hillians speak out on Syria

September 7, 2013

As Congress prepares to debate President Obama’s proposal to strike Syria, students and Chapel Hill residents speak out.

Who profits from NCAA merchandise?

September 6, 2013

The NCAA makes $4.3 billion each year from merchandise sales, but analysts are debating where the true value lies.

UNC tunnels mysterious, dangerous

September 6, 2013

It’s illegal and dangerous, but some students still choose to explore the utility tunnels underneath UNC’s campus.

Folt to face new challenges at UNC

April 13, 2013

In some ways, Carol Folt is a non-traditional choice for UNC’s top job.