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Local Higher Ed Leaders Discuss Adjusting to Workforce ‘Uncertainties’ Created by Artificial Intelligence
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (559+ words) Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 7, 2026 | Higher Education, UNC Wednesday marks the start of the spring semester at UNC and the first day of classes in a new calendar year. While 2025 was less turbulent on campus compared to recent years, there…...
In Chapel Hill, NC School Superintendent Mo Green Offers a Plan for 'Achieving Educational Excellence"
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (418+ words) Posted by Aaron Keck | Nov 26, 2025 | Pre-K - 12 Education, State, State Government North Carolina lawmakers still have not reached agreement on a state budget, now almost five months into the fiscal year. The state government can operate on last year's budget, but…...
Speaking of Schools: CHCCS Director of Technology Debby Atwater and Director of Digital Learning Al McArthur
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (168+ words) CHCCS Director of Technology Debby Atwater and Director of Digital Learning Al McArthur spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Monday, October 15. They discussed the CoSN Aware, a recent distinction awarded to the district for protecting student data privacy. They…...
'I Will Never Retreat': UNC Professor Highlights Free Speech, Resolution in Beliefs in Return After Leave
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (212+ words) Posted by Brighton McConnell | Oct 8, 2025 | Higher Education, UNC By about 2 p.m. on Wednesday, UNC professor Dwayne Dixon would be back in front of his ASIA 150 class for instruction like normal. But a few hours before that, he was still addressing the…...
UNC Tutoring Service Offers 24/7 Online Help for STEM Courses
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (677+ words) Posted by Sponsored | Aug 18, 2025 | Sponsored, Town Square UNC Tutoring Service Offers 24/7 Online Help for STEM Courses For many students at UNC-Chapel Hill, introductory science and math courses can be a steep academic hurdle. Large lecture halls, fast-paced material, and limited…...
Bridging the Gap: The Importance of Early Prevention
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (142+ words) Posted by Staff | Aug 15, 2025 | Bridging the Gap, Sponsored, Town Square Welcome to Bridging the Gap, presented by'Orange Partnership'and airing on 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com! This month enjoy a conversation with Breah Woolson, Program Specialist for Orange Partnership, and Christie…...
On Air Today: Keeping Your Kids 'Screen-Free"
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (108+ words) Two members of the Orange County Board of Health join Aaron to discuss how (and why) to restrict your kids' screen time on personal devices. On Air Today: Keeping Your Kids "Screen-Free" The Orange County Board of Health recently approved…...
The 5:00 News - High School Graduation, Principal Controversy, Karen Stegman
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (255+ words) 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, area high school seniors have graduation this weekend. We hear more details about the ongoing controversy at Carrboro High School around Principal Helena Thomas. We…...
'I See This as Service': Rodney Trice Shares Early Approach, Emotions Around CHCCS Superintendent Hiring
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (382+ words) Posted by Staff | Jun 11, 2025 | Pre-K - 12 Education The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools system is entering its summer with a new superintendent in charge, as the district finalized its promotion and hiring of Rodney Trice on Thursday. During his first day on…...
Gaza’s Main Hospital Is Overwhelmed With Children in Pain From Malnutrition
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (1316+ words) Experts warn Gaza could'plunge into famine'if Israel doesn't stop its military campaign and fully lift its blockade. Posted by Associated Press | May 22, 2025 | World This isn't the first time Mayar has been in a Gaza hospital battling malnutrition, yet this 17-day…...