Chapel Hill News & Updates

Robert Tindall Brown, born in 1940, passed away on Christmas Eve 2025 in Wilmington, North Carolina. He had connections to Chapel Hill, where he previously resided.

Firefighters responded to a Chapel Hill home on Friday, the same house that experienced a destructive fire on Christmas Day. This marks the second fire at the residence in two days.

Information is available for Chapel Hill residents on recycling Christmas trees and decorations. Residential trash collection schedules are also noted for the holiday period.

A fire that began in a garage spread to a Chapel Hill home on Christmas morning. At least four fire stations responded to battle the blaze.

Information is available on how to recycle or dispose of Christmas trees in Wake and Durham counties. Several drop-off locations are provided, including Harris Lake County Park.

Babies in UNC Health Rex's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) were dressed in festive costumes to celebrate the Christmas season. This heartwarming event brought holiday cheer to the youngest patients and their families.

Several restaurants in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill will be open on Christmas Day. This provides dining options for those looking to celebrate the holiday without cooking.

Many restaurants in Chapel Hill and surrounding areas will be open on Christmas Eve. This includes various dining options for those looking to celebrate the holiday with a meal out.

Residential trash collection in Chapel Hill will not be affected during the Christmas and New Year's holidays. However, yard waste collection will be paused the week of December 22nd.

Several restaurants in Chapel Hill are offering special holiday menus for Christmas Eve and Day. Sophie's Grill & Bar on Franklin Street will serve a Turkish holiday menu.

A cherished Mebane family tradition is set to bring the magic of Christmas to life once again. The event promises a festive experience for the community.

Several restaurants will be open on Christmas Day, offering dine-in and take-out options for those looking to eat out. This includes establishments in Morrisville and Cary.

The Christmas House Project in Chapel Hill has been bringing holiday cheer and giving for over 70 years. Contributions can be made online or by mail to support this long-standing tradition.

This article features a photo gallery of Christmas scenes from around Chapel Hill and Carrboro. It highlights seasonal decorations and festive moments captured in the area.

Experience A Candlelight Christmas with the NC Symphony Holiday Brass and the Raleigh Youth Choir. This festive performance will be held in Chapel Hill, Wilmington, New Bern, and Pinehurst.

Several restaurants in Chapel Hill and the surrounding NC area will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. This includes options for dining in or ordering ahead for holiday meals.

Rock Chapel will be hosting its traditional Christmas Eve services. Due to limited parking, a free shuttle service will be available from the Chapel Hill Church of God parking lot.

Experience Jim Brickman's "The Gift of Christmas" live in concert. The show is scheduled for December 16th at the Steven Tanger Center.

Chapel Hill businesses are back in operation and busy fulfilling Christmas requests after Tropical Storm Chantal. One local store owner is dedicated to meeting the holiday needs of the community.

This holiday season, consider what your Christmas wish is and how it can inspire a romantic date night. Chapel Hill, NC offers a local connection for this festive idea.

The Elfland Christmas Festival is making its return this weekend. This event is happening in the Chapel Hill, North Carolina area.

Center Theater Company is performing the classic story "A Christmas Carol" this holiday season in Carrboro. This event is located near Chapel Hill, NC.

A theatre teacher from East Chapel Hill High School recently appeared in the popular Netflix series 'Stranger Things'. She played a teacher of the character Holly Wheeler in the show.

A drama teacher from Chapel Hill, NC, has landed a role in the widely-watched Netflix series 'Stranger Things'. This marks a notable achievement for the educator.

Discover local holiday light displays, including notable spots like Birch Hollow Road in Briar Chapel, Chapel Hill, NC. The article also mentions the Rogers Family Christmas Lights in Apex, NC.

The Local Reporter lists upcoming live performances and events in Chapel Hill and Carrboro for December 2025. This includes JD McPherson's "SOCKS: A Rock N' Roll Christmas Show" at 5:00 PM.

The Squirrel Nut Zippers will be performing a Christmas show on December 12th. This event features musical groups from Chapel Hill-Carrboro, North Carolina.

Jazz and swing revivalists Squirrel Nut Zippers are bringing their Christmas Caravan spectacle to the Odeum. The band has been performing for a long time, offering a unique holiday experience.

The Christmas lights show is on display daily starting at 5:30 p.m. You can find the lights at 393 Birch Hollow Road in Chapel Hill, NC.

Fayetteville's popular 'A Dickens Holiday' event is making its return, featuring Christmas themes and historical characters. The event includes London Bobbies and town criers, bringing a Victorian Christmas atmosphere.

Enjoy a special Christmas Eve Jazz performance featuring Nishah DiMeo at the O.Henry Hotel. The event will take place on December 24th from 6-9 PM.

Apex, North Carolina, is described as a town that fully embraces Christmas charm. The article mentions it as a great place for holiday activities.

ProArteOHIO will perform a Christmas concert titled 'NOËL,' featuring music with a French accent. One of the performers has a musicology degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

The Community Christmas Tree is launching its 108th campaign in Chapel Hill, N.C. This event marks a significant tradition for the local community.

Voices Chapel Hill is hosting a "Christmas Carol" concert featuring WUNC's Catherine Brand. The event will take place at 109 E. King St. in Hillsborough, NC.

A Chapel Hill man is wanted by Williamston police for allegedly making threats against the town's Christmas parade. Jarrett Modica Jr. has been charged with communicating threats of mass violence.