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A Local’s Guide to Chapel Hill

Former Tar Heel basketball player Marcus Ginyard shares his top recommendations for exploring this quintessential Southern college town and campus — including his favorite restaurants, outdoor spots, and more.

by Our State Staff
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In Praise of the Tar Heel State: A Photo Essay

Here’s to the talented North Carolinians whose fancy footwork propels them to great heights, nimble speeds, and feats of creativity.

by Katie Saintsing
For a Chapel Hill Native, Being a Tar Heel is Timeless
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For a Chapel Hill Native, Being a Tar Heel is Timeless

The mother of all college towns has an allure that lasts, no matter how many years — or miles — go by.

by Marshéle Carter
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Why is North Carolina Called “The Tar Heel State”?

North Carolina's nickname, "The Tar Heel State," is inextricably linked to the people who've called this place home.

by Katie Quine

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