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A group of UNC–Chapel Hill students distributing free 'Plan B' and sharing reproductive health tips. We meet UNC-Chapel Hill students part of the campus group “Reproductive Access at UNC Chapel Hill at the Y,” also known as “RAUNCH-y.” They are working to inform their peers about reproductive health care and are even...

“Pharmacy is all I know,” stated Vernon Masengill, owner of North Village Pharmacy in Yanceyville. After living in and serving the area for most of his life, Vernon and his team are gearing up to celebrate the pharmacy’s 50th anniversary in a few months by reflecting on their journey to this point.

Here is a look at a few matchups within the game that will be deciphering factors in the result of the game.

Duke faculty members and the Duke Human Rights Center are working to protect human rights for the dead and dying. Human rights for the dead are becoming increasingly important as the U.S. sees a rise in deceased individuals without anyone to claim their bodies. Such rights include the right to a dignified burial,...

Durham County Hospital Corporation gifted Duke Regional Hospital $1.1 million to renovate its lobby and auditorium — the first renovation for the hospital since its opening nearly 50 years ago. “The improvements are phenomenal and much needed. These are the spaces where we greet patients, providers and staff every...

The Durham Parks and Recreation Holiday Parade is scheduled to take place on Main Street on December 13 at 10 a.m. According to a social media post from the City of Durham, NC Government, the parade will feature a variety of floats, performers, and festive displays. Families are invited to...

To a stranger, it’s a worn, teddy bear with a missing ear. To Riley Heitz, it’s a protector, and a tangible link to a childhood marked by medical challenges. Pinky is a 14-inch Ty Beanie Baby with a rattle. Riley Heitz was a baby when she met Pinky for the first time, making him the oldest friend she had. Now, this...

“He asked if I had attended the University of Cincinnati in Spring ’82. Well, yes—that’s me," the man told Newsweek.

On the night of Friday, Nov. 14, Motorco Music Hall hummed with a quiet anticipation: the crowd trickled in slowly at first, orienting themselves with the warmth of the cozy venue as they shook off the cool autumn air from outside. The space itself glowed under amber lights that grounded you in the space, making the...

During a recent encounter at a gas station, a social media user was approached by a homeless woman who was visibly cold and distressed. The user shared their experience on social media, reminding everyone about the plight of the homeless community during the colder months. The user urged others to donate to shelters...