Tonya's Café Opens Pop-Up at 900 Willow
The bakery plans a temporary shop in mid-November while its fire-damaged main kitchen is repaired.
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Chapel Hill Business News
This page covers company news, market activity and the commerce landscape. Reporting follows corporate developments, industry reports and the organizational changes shaping the city.
Philanthropy
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Do you believe university-led arts expansions provide meaningful value to your local community?
Kenan Trust Awarded $20 Million to Ackland Museum
The grant supports a major expansion project at the Chapel Hill institution to increase exhibition space.
Openings & Closings
Fire Damaged Chapel Hill Boutique Whilden
The Galleria store sustained significant smoke damage in a September 19, 2026, blaze.
Jobs
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Should your local government prioritize high-density housing developments to increase housing availability?
Chapel Hill Council Debates New Land Use Plan
The proposal aims to address housing affordability and environmental standards in the growing town.
Industry
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Do you support prioritizing the construction of protected paths for pedestrians and cyclists in your area?
Chapel Hill Started Fordham Boulevard Sidepath Project
The town has begun work on a $2.4 million asphalt path designed to separate pedestrians from traffic.
People
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Do you trust a firm's long-term financial commitment to you during a change in leadership?
Paul Bode to Lead Franklin Street Partners in 2027
Chapel Hill wealth management firm appoints new president to oversee operations starting January 1.
Day to day, that means monitoring startup funding, commercial expansions, executive departures and store operations. Reporting reaches across the city and the communities around it where commerce occurs. Higher education and research initiatives often dictate the rhythm of local hiring and venture activity. Office and retail development remain the primary constraints on how the business landscape shifts over time.