Caroline Spencer
@cclaytonr.bsky.social
NC born & bred. Public education, politics, books, travel, live music, and the Oxford comma. 🙄 expert. Voter. Tar Heel.
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ICE DETAINED MARILYN. Fuck these people. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
‘Northern Exposure’ actor gave ICE agents in Redmond her tribal ID. They called it ‘fake,’ she says
Indigenous actor Elaine Miles of "Northern Exposure" was detained by ICE at a Redmond bus stop. When she showed them her Tribal ID, they told her it was fake.
www.seattletimes.com
November 27, 2025 at 4:35 PM
ICE DETAINED MARILYN. Fuck these people. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...
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Former North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Willis Padgett Whichard, one of four individuals widely credited for securing passage of the state’s Coastal Area Management Act, died Nov. 17 in Chapel Hill. A public memorial service is planned for January.
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Justice, representative, senator Willis P. Whichard has died | Coastal Review
Former state Supreme Court Justice Willis Whichard, one of four individuals widely credited for securing passage of the state’s Coastal Area Management Act, died Monday in Chapel Hill.
coastalreview.org
November 25, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Former North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Willis Padgett Whichard, one of four individuals widely credited for securing passage of the state’s Coastal Area Management Act, died Nov. 17 in Chapel Hill. A public memorial service is planned for January.
coastalreview.org/2025/11/just...
coastalreview.org/2025/11/just...
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Collegiate tennis players are barred from keeping their earnings from competitions like the U.S. Open. A lawsuit led by a UNC-Chapel Hill star seeks to challenge that.
Reese Brantmeier v. NCAA
A UNC tennis star is challenging rules that bar collegiate players from keeping earnings at tournaments like the U.S. Open.
www.theassemblync.com
November 25, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Collegiate tennis players are barred from keeping their earnings from competitions like the U.S. Open. A lawsuit led by a UNC-Chapel Hill star seeks to challenge that.
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It’s a modern brand all right.
How the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is building a modern brand: America’s first public university is transforming its marketing to meet a moment when public perception of higher education is on the decline. www.fastcompany.com/91436621/how...
November 19, 2025 at 11:06 PM
It’s a modern brand all right.
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UPDATE: Investigators have identified a suspect in incidents that occurred on Chapel Hill trails over the past month. They identified a 17-year-old believed to be the perpetrator, and are seeking a juvenile petition for sexual battery.
Here's more:
Here's more:
UPDATE: Chapel Hill Police Identify Juvenile Suspect In Reports of Touching Near 2 Trails - Chapelboro.com
Recent reports of suspicious activity around public trails in Chapel Hill are causing law enforcement to ramp up their patrol in the area.
chapelboro.com
November 19, 2025 at 4:44 PM
UPDATE: Investigators have identified a suspect in incidents that occurred on Chapel Hill trails over the past month. They identified a 17-year-old believed to be the perpetrator, and are seeking a juvenile petition for sexual battery.
Here's more:
Here's more:
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Attendance drops in Wake, Durham, Chapel Hill schools during Border Patrol surge. On Tuesday, 19,471 Wake County students were absent, or nearly 1 in 9 kids. That was 7,841 more absences compared to a normal day. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #ncpol #wcpss
Attendance drops in Wake, Durham, Chapel Hill schools during Border Patrol surge
Nearly 1 in 9 Wake County students were absent on Tuesday, far higher than the normal total.
www.newsobserver.com
November 19, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Attendance drops in Wake, Durham, Chapel Hill schools during Border Patrol surge. On Tuesday, 19,471 Wake County students were absent, or nearly 1 in 9 kids. That was 7,841 more absences compared to a normal day. www.newsobserver.com/news/local/e... #nced #ncpol #wcpss
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From our community partners: The United Church of Chapel Hill will host its 36th Alternative Gift Market on Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23. The event encourages buying thoughtful gifts that give twice.
Learn more here:
Learn more here:
36th Annual Alternative Gift Market is Back with Gifts that Give Twice - Chapelboro.com
The United Church of Chapel Hill will host its 36th Alternative Gift Market on Saturday, November 22nd and Sunday, November 23rd.
chapelboro.com
November 19, 2025 at 7:29 PM
From our community partners: The United Church of Chapel Hill will host its 36th Alternative Gift Market on Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23. The event encourages buying thoughtful gifts that give twice.
Learn more here:
Learn more here:
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The Casual Pint of Chapel Hill has announced it will be closing its doors permanently in December. The announcement comes as the bar approaches six years of service at its Chapel Hill franchise.
The Casual Pint of Chapel Hill Closing Permanently in December - Chapelboro.com
The Casual Pint of Chapel Hill has announced on social media it will be closing its doors permanently in December.
chapelboro.com
November 18, 2025 at 4:22 PM
The Casual Pint of Chapel Hill has announced it will be closing its doors permanently in December. The announcement comes as the bar approaches six years of service at its Chapel Hill franchise.
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"The Cavalier Daily corresponded with former Rector Robert Hardie, whose term ended June 30, regarding the two accounts. He confirmed that he agreed with Ryan’s account.
'I concur fully with President Ryan’s recollection of events,' Hardie said."
Welp
www.cavalierdaily.com/article/2025...
'I concur fully with President Ryan’s recollection of events,' Hardie said."
Welp
www.cavalierdaily.com/article/2025...
Ryan and Sheridan provide full accounts of Ryan’s resignation. They differ significantly
“I concur fully with President Ryan’s recollection of events,” former Board Rector Robert Hardie said.
www.cavalierdaily.com
November 14, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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Former UVA president Jim Ryan, who resigned over the summer due to pressure from the Trump Administration, just shared this 12-page letter with the Faculty Senate, detailing his experience with the Board of Visitors and DOJ.
It's a surreal--and troubling--read.
drive.google.com/file/d/1Is6x...
It's a surreal--and troubling--read.
drive.google.com/file/d/1Is6x...
November 14, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Former UVA president Jim Ryan, who resigned over the summer due to pressure from the Trump Administration, just shared this 12-page letter with the Faculty Senate, detailing his experience with the Board of Visitors and DOJ.
It's a surreal--and troubling--read.
drive.google.com/file/d/1Is6x...
It's a surreal--and troubling--read.
drive.google.com/file/d/1Is6x...
November 14, 2025 at 11:05 PM
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November 11, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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The great Neil Young turns 80 tomorrow.
To celebrate, we asked 80 artists including Jeff Tweedy, Dave Matthews, Brittany Howard, Michael Stipe, Open Mike Eagle, Jewel, Tom Morello, Kurt Vile, Allison Russell, Matt Berninger, Perfume Genius, A-Trak, and many more about their favorite Neil song:
To celebrate, we asked 80 artists including Jeff Tweedy, Dave Matthews, Brittany Howard, Michael Stipe, Open Mike Eagle, Jewel, Tom Morello, Kurt Vile, Allison Russell, Matt Berninger, Perfume Genius, A-Trak, and many more about their favorite Neil song:
80 Artists Pick Their Favorite Neil Young Song
Happy 80th birthday, Neil Young!
stereogum.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Aurora Borealis last night from our back yard in Chapel Hill, NC.
November 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Aurora Borealis last night from our back yard in Chapel Hill, NC.
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Chapel Hill NC
Orange County has some of the lowest euthanasia rates in North Carolina.
“We have a community full of people that genuinely want to help pets, and they want to help community pets as well".
Help comes from the North Carolina Spay / Neuter Program.
www.wral.com/news/investi...
Orange County has some of the lowest euthanasia rates in North Carolina.
“We have a community full of people that genuinely want to help pets, and they want to help community pets as well".
Help comes from the North Carolina Spay / Neuter Program.
www.wral.com/news/investi...
Orange County attributes community support to low euthanasia rates in animal shelter
Orange County has some of the lowest euthanasia rates in North Carolina. WRAL Investigates went to the animal shelter in Chapel Hill to find out what is behind the success.
www.wral.com
November 12, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Chapel Hill NC
Orange County has some of the lowest euthanasia rates in North Carolina.
“We have a community full of people that genuinely want to help pets, and they want to help community pets as well".
Help comes from the North Carolina Spay / Neuter Program.
www.wral.com/news/investi...
Orange County has some of the lowest euthanasia rates in North Carolina.
“We have a community full of people that genuinely want to help pets, and they want to help community pets as well".
Help comes from the North Carolina Spay / Neuter Program.
www.wral.com/news/investi...
Excellent news!!!!
EXCLUSIVE: Chapel Hill native and former town council member Karen Stegman plans to run in the primary election for the Board of Orange County Commissioners next year.
Here’s what she told us about her plans:
Here’s what she told us about her plans:
EXCLUSIVE: Karen Stegman Announces Campaign for Orange County Commissioner Seat - Chapelboro.com
Chapel Hill native and former town council member Karen Stegman plans to run for the Board of Orange County Commissioners in 2026.
chapelboro.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Excellent news!!!!
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'...Carrboro, NC, indie band Erie Choir is the project by former Sorry About Dresden guitarist Eric Roehrig. Who was Sorry About Dresden? The Chapel Hill band was part of the golden age of Saddle Creek Records, which released albums The Convenience of Indecision in 2001...'
New Erie Choir (ex Sorry About Dresden), Glow in the Dark, Mynabirds; Ariel Pink tonight… - Lazy-i
Erie Choir is back with a new full-length, Golden Reviser, released last Friday on Potluck Foundation Records.
lazy-i.com
November 12, 2025 at 4:42 PM
'...Carrboro, NC, indie band Erie Choir is the project by former Sorry About Dresden guitarist Eric Roehrig. Who was Sorry About Dresden? The Chapel Hill band was part of the golden age of Saddle Creek Records, which released albums The Convenience of Indecision in 2001...'
UNC at Chapel Hill board shoots down proposed tuition hike on in-state undergrads
UNC's administration proposed a 3% increase on in-state undergraduate tuition for students coming to campus in 2026.
UNC's administration proposed a 3% increase on in-state undergraduate tuition for students coming to campus in 2026.
UNC at Chapel Hill board shoots down proposed tuition hike on in-state undergrads
UNC's administration proposed a 3% increase on in-state undergraduate tuition for students coming to campus in 2026.
www.wral.com
November 12, 2025 at 6:05 PM
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: The “Seven Sisters” Just Found Thousands of Long-Lost Siblings uncnews.unc.edu/2025/11/12/t...
The “Seven Sisters” Just Found Thousands of Long-Lost Siblings - UNC News
UNC astronomers discovered that the famous Pleiades star cluster, the “Seven Sisters,” is actually 20 times larger than previously thought.
uncnews.unc.edu
November 12, 2025 at 5:44 PM
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: The “Seven Sisters” Just Found Thousands of Long-Lost Siblings uncnews.unc.edu/2025/11/12/t...
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Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on street drugs, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
UNC Overdose Researcher Awarded Genius Grant
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on street drugs, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
indyweek.com
November 10, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on street drugs, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
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UNC-Chapel Hill proposing tuition increases, higher fees for housing, meal plans
The tuition increase, if approved, would begin with the incoming 2026 class. Students already at UNC wouldn't see an increase. Out-of-state students would see a 10% tuition increase under the proposal.
The tuition increase, if approved, would begin with the incoming 2026 class. Students already at UNC wouldn't see an increase. Out-of-state students would see a 10% tuition increase under the proposal.
UNC-Chapel Hill proposing tuition increases, higher fees for housing, meal plans
The tuition increase, if approved, would begin with the incoming 2026 class. Students already at UNC wouldn’t see an increase. Out-of-state students would see a 10% tuition increase under the proposal.
www.wral.com
November 10, 2025 at 4:54 PM
UNC-Chapel Hill proposing tuition increases, higher fees for housing, meal plans
The tuition increase, if approved, would begin with the incoming 2026 class. Students already at UNC wouldn't see an increase. Out-of-state students would see a 10% tuition increase under the proposal.
The tuition increase, if approved, would begin with the incoming 2026 class. Students already at UNC wouldn't see an increase. Out-of-state students would see a 10% tuition increase under the proposal.
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A Genius Among Us
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on fatal drug overdoses, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
www.theassemblync.com/education/hi...
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on fatal drug overdoses, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
www.theassemblync.com/education/hi...
A Genius Among Us
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on fatal drug overdoses, was awarded the $800,000 prize.
www.theassemblync.com
November 7, 2025 at 5:08 PM
A Genius Among Us
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on fatal drug overdoses, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
www.theassemblync.com/education/hi...
Nabarun Dasgupta, a senior scientist at UNC-Chapel Hill and expert on fatal drug overdoses, was awarded a 2025 MacArthur Fellowship. The so-called “genius grant” comes with an $800,000 prize.
www.theassemblync.com/education/hi...
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Lob City in Chapel Hill!
November 8, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Lob City in Chapel Hill!