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10 things every UNC fan must do when visiting Chapel Hill

Locals call it Blue Heaven and it doesn’t take long to understand why. Virtually everything in town is painted the color of the sky. Even the firetrucks are Carolina Blue, the signature color of the university that made the picturesque town on the Western point of North Carolina’s Research Triangle famous. There’s more to Chapel Hill than just UNC. (Saturday Down South)

Carolina Insider Podcast: UNC vs. Kansas Basketball Recap, Ryan McCollum Interview

North Carolina and Kansas battled in a terrific early-season college basketball game with the Tar Heels coming up just short. Jones Angell and Adam Lucas look back at the matchup with the Jayhawks (3:35). For Veteran's Day: Former Army Ranger (and Tar Heel by marriage) Ryan McCollum joins for an awesome interview (38:50). (Listen To Podcast)

The Military and UNC

During and before World War II, UNC cooperated with the military in projects such as the Navy preflight program which prepared stud students from North Carolina and all over the country for training as Navy pilots. The project brought more than 10,000 people to the campus. They brought their different backgrounds and strongly held beliefs. (Chapelboro.com)

Two Generations, One Legacy: Wes Durham Follows In Father’s Broadcasting Footsteps

Wes Durham vividly remembers his dad's voice booming over the elementary school intercom system in the middle of class one day in March. Durham was not being summoned for making trouble, though. His dad was not even at the school. His father, the late, great Woody Durham, was instead across town at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex. (Elon Athletics)

Veterans At Carolina

UNC is home to hundreds of veterans who served their country before beginning their Tar Heel careers as students, staff, or faculty members. They have had life experiences unlike many others and are a vital component of our campus. We are proud our veterans have chosen Carolina, and we are dedicated to providing them the best support and opportunities. (UNC.edu)

Students, alumni, and residents gather for Halloween on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill

Unique costumes flooded Franklin Street Thursday night as University of North Carolina students and alumni, and Chapel Hill residents celebrated Halloween. One trio of friends, including sophomore Ava Sharon, dressed up as Jimmy Buffet, a fish and a fisherman. She and her friends hoped for plenty of excitement for their second Halloween in Chapel Hill. (CBS 17)

Carolina Insider Podcast: UNC Basketball Opener, Football Dominates FSU, Tom Jensen Interview

It wasn't always easy, but the Tar Heels dispatched Elon, 90-76, Monday in the Smith Center (2:35). It WAS pretty easy for UNC Football as the Tar Heels dominated Florida State (20:43). Tom Jensen of Public Policy Polling discusses polling in the modern era and the proper moment to start the "Tar...Heels" chant at Boshamer Stadium (45:37). (Listen To Podcast)

New UNC Team Store Moving In to Former ‘Library’ Space on Franklin Street

A new UNC team store is now open at the storefront on 120 East Franklin Street in downtown Chapel Hill with Dyehard by Follett, which is described as “the preeminent fan retail experience in collegiate athletics” in a university release. Dyehard will offer “an enhanced in-person shopping experience,” including merchandise with NIL tie-ins. (Chapelboro.com)

From Waffles to Tapas, a Popular Franklin Street Address Gets a New Look

The Chapel Hill community was saddened by the announcement of Ye Olde Waffle Shoppe’s closing in 2020, but the 173 East Franklin Street space now has been reimagined as tapas lounge Próximo. Chapel Hill’s first Spanish tapas restaurant, Próximo comes from the team behind French bistro Bluebird and casual fine dining spot Hawthorne & Wood. (Eater)

Carolina Insider Podcast: UNC Football Visits UVa., Basketball Exhibition, "Concert for Carolina"

Jones Angell and Adam Lucas preview UNC Football's matchup with the Virginia Cavaliers (4:58). The Creative Director for Luke Combs, Zack Massey, joins to discuss "Concert for Carolina" (32:14). Plus: Exhibition basketball in the Smith Center (28:22), Tony Bennett retires (1:06:41), and much more. (Listen To Podcast)

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