The Daily Tar Heel

The Daily Tar Heel, located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, is a student-run newspaper. Founded in 1893, this independent publication employs approximately 240 individuals, including students and professional staff. The Daily Tar Heel serves the communities of UNC-Chapel Hill and Orange County, providing news coverage and media services. They produce a daily newspaper, utilizing student journalists under the direction of the editor-in-chief. Additionally, they operate the 1893 Brand Studio, a student-powered agency offering services such as graphic design, social media guidance, and paid content creation. Financially independent since 1993, the newspaper relies on advertising revenue, the 1893 Brand Studio, and private giving. Their 12-member board of directors, with a student majority, oversees the paper's business operations. Those interested in learning more about The Daily Tar Heel can visit their website at dailytarheel.com.