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Pulled pork for pinstripes: How the Tar Heels and Hornets became the best-dressed teams in sports

"Having Dean Smith on the phone asking me for new Tar Heels uniforms was like having god asking for new hallows for the arch angles," Alexander Julian said. Impressed by Julian’s work with the Charlotte Hornets, North Carolina’s legendary basketball coach wanted to update his team’s look. This time around, Julian decided to go a different route. (FOX 8 WGHP)

DJ Nevy crafts the music behind UNC football and men's basketball

Nevy Ramadanovic's favorite part of UNC men's basketball games is when Associate Athletic Director Ken Cleary says three words. "Hot timeout, Nevy." It usually happens when the Tar Heels are on a run in the Smith Center that forces opponent to call a timeout. That's when DJ Nevy, North Carolina's trusted disc jockey, feels the most pressure. (Daily Tar Heel)

UNC graduate programs ranked among best in nation

Numerous UNC-Chapel Hill graduate programs received high rankings — 24 were among the top 10 in the nation in their respective categories — as part of U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Graduate Schools” list. The Gillings School of Global Public Health was tied for second out of 219 schools and programs of public health in the United States. (UNC.edu)

Hoops for Hunger collects food and hygiene items for western North Carolina

The sound of basketballs and roar of excited players filled Woollen Gym on a chilly January afternoon as teams of University of North Carolina community members came together for Hoops for Hunger, a high-energy tournament with a powerful cause. Eight teams battled it out on the basketball court for a chance to win UNC-themed gear. (Daily Tar Heel)

UNC collaborating with 22 counties to address affordable housing needs in North Carolina

UNC's Carolina Across 100 initiative announced 14 community teams across North Carolina have been selected for the Our State, Our Homes program. The University will work with community teams to improve access to and availability of affordable housing options in the state. Nearly one-third of North Carolina households are considered cost-burdened. (UNC.edu)

Tonya Council opens new Southern restaurant in Chapel Hill, continues family legacy

Tonya Council grew up surrounded by the smells of pecan pie and barbecue chicken in Chapel Hill’s renowned Mama Dip’s Kitchen. Now, she runs her own bakery and culinary store. Her newest venture is Tonya’s Cafe, a restaurant specializing in Southern cooking located on 400 S. Elliott Road. Tonya Council is the granddaughter of the late. Mildred Council. (Daily Tar Heel)

Local Chapel Hill restaurants partner with athletes to build community

North Carolina Tar Heel fans will find a few familiar faces while scanning the menus of local restaurants in Chapel Hill. Establishments like Al’s Burger Shack and The Town Hall Grill commemorate Tar Heels by memorializing their names in unique products. The signature partnerships began at The Town Hall Grill with former UNC center Armando Bacot. (Daily Tar Heel)

UNC named 'new Ivy' for second straight year

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is again on the Forbes list of "new Ivies." UNC is the only North Carolina institution on the list and one of six publics making their second appearance. These schools are "attracting the best and the brightest and graduating students that are outpacing most Ivy Leaguers in the eyes of employers," Forbes wrote. (UNC.edu)

How Southern Season, a Chapel Hill Foodie Dream, Met Its End

For more than 40 years, Chapel Hill had a “must-see” destination. No, not the Dean E. Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, or the North Carolina Botanical Garden. It was a specialty food emporium called A Southern Season, a source of comfort and pride to locals and an awe-inspiring mecca for visitors. Then in 2020, after 45 years in business, it was gone. (Indy Week)

UNC Law Students Aid Helene Survivors

During spring break, eight students in the School of Law provided free legal aid to North Carolina residents affected by Hurricane Helene, helping them navigate applications for federal assistance and insurance claims. Students had dinner with Jim Deal ’74 (JD) and his son Tucker Deal ’14 (JD), who shared their first-hand experiences from the storm. (Carolina Alumni Review)

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