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Alamance-Burlington budget proposal cuts vacant positions, avoids layoffs
Leaders of the Alamance-Burlington School System have approved a budget proposal that realigns dozens of positions amid the district's funding crisis. The proposal also cuts nearly 70 vacant positions. The system spent $26 million last summer to clean up mold at nearly every school building. Districts across the state are...
A new three-story library and civic center opens this fall on Carrboro's Greensboro Street
Construction is wrapping up on the new library and civic center in downtown Carrboro. The facility is expected to open in August. Why it matters: This will be a community gathering spot and the newest library for Orange County.Zoom in: The three-story public building will also house Carrboro Recreation, Parks and Cultural Resources; Orange County Skills Development Center; WCOM Radio; a teen center; and performance/multipurpose uses.Context: Situated on a former municipal parking lot next to Open Eye Cafe, the 50,000-square-foot library development, called the 203 Project, has been under construction for about two years.The new facility will have a parking deck with 171 vehicle parking spaces and 70 bike parking spots.The 203 Project's total cost is $41 million, shared between Orange County and the town of Carrboro, the Daily Tar Heel reported.Zoom out: The downtown library will replace the Carrboro Branch Library, located in McDougle Middle School, and the Cybrary, located in the Century Center in downtown Carrboro — which have been around since 1995 and 2004, respectively, per the county.Here's what the new library will look like. All renderings are courtesy of the town of Carrboro.
Monica to headline Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham
R&B singer Monica is the headliner for Saturday's Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival in Durham. This family-oriented event is a celebration of African and African American history, culture, arts and traditions. WRAL is a proud community partner. This is the 54th annual Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival. The first festival was...
Two UNC baseball standouts named Dick Howser Trophy semifinalists
If you follow the North Carolina Tar Heels intently on the baseball diamond, chances are you know about star center fielder Vance Honeycutt. Not only is Honeycutt the reigning ACC Defensive Player of the year, but he’s a top-rate hitter. He currently leads UNC with 22 home runs, is second with 57 RBIs, plus he’s one of eight Diamond Heels (.333) with a .300 average. On the pitcher’s mound, Matthew Matthijs is a name you should familiarize yourself with. Matthijs is one of the top starts in an up-and-down bullpen, as his 11 wins tie himself atop Division I with Samford’s Michael...
Burlington family facing felony charges after investigation into counterfeit money, sheriff's office says
ALAMANCE COUNTY, N.C. — The Alamance County Sheriff's Office said it arrested three members of a family and a woman believed to be a girlfriend, after a report of counterfeit money. Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking here. Deputies arrested Kevin Davis, Shannon Davis, Dustin Davis...
What Rice transfer Cameron Sheffield brings to Duke basketball
Rice transfer Cameron Sheffield has committed to Duke basketball, Sheffield announced Thursday on his social media accounts. “The Brotherhood,” Sheffield wrote in an Instagram post, which featured him in a Blue Devils jersey. ...
Weekend best bets: Got to Be NC Festival, Artsplosure, Bimbe
This weekend is filled with festivals including the Bimbé Cultural Arts Festival, Artsplosure and Got to Be NC!. May 17-19: Got to Be NC Festival - This is a mini-version of the State Fair! There will be rides, food, animals, farm equipment and more. May 18: Bimbé Cultural Arts...
UNC shooting: New report suggests active shooter training after professor killed on campus
New report suggests active shooter training after professor killed on capmpus. Active shooter training could soon be required at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill after a deadly on-campus shooting. The training is one of many recommendations in a newly-released action report detailing the Aug. 28 shooting, when...
UNC interim chancellor backs AD Bubba Cunningham after trustee criticism, audit push
North Carolina interim chancellor Lee Roberts publicly backed athletics director Bubba Cunningham on Thursday, three days after the school's board of trustees approved an audit of the athletics
Graham police investigating deadly stabbing on Larry Ave.
GRAHAM, N.C. — One person was stabbed to death around 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, according to the Graham Police Department. Police said the stabbing occurred in a home on the 700 block of Larry Avenue. The victim died from their injuries. Police said the "caller involved in...
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