Brian is a UNC-CH senior journalism major from High Point serving as a writer-photographer with the Carrboro Commons.
No cars could be found on Weaver Street Sunday afternoon, but that didn’t mean the heart of Carrboro wasn’t bustling. Instead, hundreds of local residents took to other means of transportation — including walking, bicycling, in-line skating and riding scooters — for Carrboro’s third annual Open Streets event. Started by the Carrboro Bicycle Coalition in 2013, Open Streets seeks to… Read more →
Lorie Clark’s vision became a reality Saturday, Feb. 28, at Hargraves Community Center as the “Know Your Rights” panel discussion opened dialogue between law enforcement and residents of Chapel Hill and Carrboro. Clark, a Chapel Hill native, said she feared many young people weren’t aware of their rights when approached by or interacting with police. “We want youth to be… Read more →
Single mother Jennifer De La Rosa came to Carrboro in 2008 with her two young daughters. Tired of moving from place to place, De La Rosa sought a more stable and enduring home environment for her children. “Renting can be good for younger people, but I wanted something more permanent,” De La Rosa said. In her search for affordable… Read more →
A music hotbed on Main Street in Carrboro? While Cat’s Cradle may be the first to come to mind, it’s certainly not alone. Chris Wimberley’s Nightsound Studios, located at 116 W. Main St., is dedicated to helping local musicians from all genres maximize their talent and resources, but with a personal touch. “Nightsound is a place which is just as… Read more →
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