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Chapel Hill, Carrboro Make List of Top 30 Suburbs in North Carolina

Chapel Hill, Carrboro Make List of Top 30 Suburbs in North Carolina

#035

April 04, 2024

Chapel Hill, Carrboro Make List of Top 30 Suburbs in North Carolina

Issue #035

In this Chapel Hill Insider Issue…

⛅Chapel Hill Local Weather- High 60^o and Partly Cloudy

📰Riding Together: The Social Fabric of Chapel Hill's Cycling Scene

📰Unprecedented Pollen Surge in The Triangle, Highest Since 1999

📰Brookdale Senior Living Announces Major Hiring Event in Chapel Hill

📰Unclaimed Wealth: Thousands in NC Owed IRS Refunds from 2020

📰Chapel Hill, Carrboro Make List of Top 30 Suburbs in North Carolina

📢 We Want to Spotlight Local Businesses! Want Your Business to Be in Focus? Apply Here!

🗓️Upcoming Events (Updated)

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Riding Together: The Social Fabric of Chapel Hill's Cycling Scene

Chapel Hill and Carrboro have become hubs for cycling enthusiasts, fostered by local bike shops and community organizations. Regular group rides, like those hosted by The Bicycle Chain and Back Alley Bikes, offer a sense of community and exploration. Efforts by the Bicycle Alliance of Chapel Hill and the Carrboro Bicycle Coalition aim to improve cycling accessibility and safety, with initiatives such as Carrboro Open Streets engaging the wider community. The favorable climate, along with a cultural shift towards cycling for transportation and the rise of e-bikes, contributes to the growing popularity of biking. While there is a push for better infrastructure, projects like the Everywhere to Everywhere Greenway are in progress, signaling a bright future for cyclists in the area. Read the full story.

Unprecedented Pollen Surge in The Triangle, Highest Since 1999

The Triangle area has experienced a record-breaking tree pollen count, with over 16,000 grains detected in a single day, the highest since 1999. While this number is an estimate, it highlights an unprecedented pollen surge. Historical data shows that such high pollen counts are rare, with only a few instances in the past where counts exceeded 10,000 grains. The trend indicates that pollen levels usually stabilize a few weeks after reaching their peak. The North Carolina Division of Air Quality offers detailed pollen reports for those seeking more information.

The trend analysis suggests that after reaching a peak, the intensity of spring tree pollen typically diminishes within a few weeks. For individuals interested in staying informed about pollen levels, the North Carolina DAQ provides updates and daily pollen reports available through their website.

Brookdale Senior Living Announces Major Hiring Event in Chapel Hill

Brookdale Senior Center Chapel Hill. Photo courtesy of Google

Brookdale Senior Living, situated in Chapel Hill, is gearing up for a recruitment drive. Scheduled for Monday, April 8, the event will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at their premises on Lanark Road. The hiring fair aims to fill several roles, notably caregivers, certified nursing assistants, and medication technicians.

To attract potential employees, Brookdale is showcasing a range of enticing benefits. Among these are tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, and adoption reimbursement, designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of job seekers.

For those unable to attend in person, there's an alternative. Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out directly by calling (919) 918-7600 to speak with Jessica, or by emailing [email protected] for more information on the positions available.

Unclaimed Wealth: Thousands in NC Owed IRS Refunds from 2020

In North Carolina, over 27,000 individuals have unclaimed money from the IRS, stemming from unfiled 2020 tax returns. The IRS holds approximately $1 billion in refunds nationwide, with North Carolinians owed an average refund of $895, totaling $29 million in the state alone. The deadline for these taxpayers to file their 2020 tax returns and claim their refunds is May 17, 2024. Laura Hernandez of Liberty Tax Prep emphasized the importance of filing to comply with IRS and state regulations and to claim any expected refunds. She warned that failure to file by the deadline would result in the loss of the refund. The IRS urges those who haven't filed to begin the process early to ensure they have all necessary documents, offering several methods to retrieve missing information, including requesting copies from employers or banks, using the Get Transcript Online tool at IRS.gov, or filing Form 4506-T to request a wage and income transcript.

Rated #7 and #8 of Best Suburbs to Live, Chapel Hill and Carrboro Make the List

Chapel Hill and Carrboro made it onto a recently unveiled list highlighting North Carolina's best suburbs to live in, using insights from Niche's 2024 Best Places to Live rankings. This selection process took into account quite a few critical factors such as the affordability of living, the educational background of the community, housing expenses, and the caliber of local schools. Although the entertaining ranking is probably accurate, a few details may leave local minds wondering, such as the top public schools in Carrboro and Chapel Hill being located in Durham and Hillsborough respectively. This comprehensive analysis aims to guide individuals and families in finding areas that not only meet their financial and educational needs but also promise a high quality of life. See the full story here.

Health on the Block

Location: Hargraves Community Center, 216 North Roberson St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Dates: April 6, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Price: Free

There will be free health screenings including dental screenings, blood pressure checks, and food, games, and prizes for all! Registration is not required. Just show up!

Revolutionary War Living History Day

Hillsborough Visitor Center 150 E King, Hillsborough

Every year, the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough invites the public to experience the local history of the American Revolution with a day of family-friendly events. With live reenactors. Click here for more information.