Corrections
Fundamental to The Daily Tar Heel's mission of provoking thought and inspiring action is accuracy. Failure to report accurately undermines the publication's credibility in the eyes of our readers and peers. As a general rule, the DTH does not run any piece of information that we are not 100 percent sure is correct. That being said, mistakes are inevitable. Reporters and editors must be responsive and forthright in dealing with accuracy issues. The news organization serves as a historical record and any blemishes must be corrected.
Read The Daily Tar Heel's correction's policy and our policy on archive manipulations. All corrections are published online and in the paper. Corrections in print run on page three unless they are correcting a front page story, and then the correction runs on page one.
March 15, 2010
Due to a reporting error, "Protesters hold South Building sit-in" incorrectly stated sophomore Laurel Ashton's class. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
March 4, 2010
Due to a reporting error, “London Philharmonic to play in Chapel Hill,” incorrectly stated that the orchestra would stop in Newport, Va. It will stop in Newport News, Va. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
March 3, 2010
Due to a reporting error,“Students demonstrate against tuition hikes,” misstated former Chancellor James Moeser’s salary for the 2009-10 school year. He earns $390,835. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
March 2, 2010
Due to a reporting error, “Black’s brand of comedy impresses,” failed to include UNC student Emily Satterfield, one of the winners of the student stand up competition. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
March 1, 2010
Due to a reporting error, a previous version of the story, "UNC's new registration system to go live March 3," incorrectly stated that graduate student Keith Lee attended UNC as an undergraduate. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Feb. 26, 2010
Due to a reporting error, "Diversions: Local Brew Guide," incorrectly stated that Red Oak beer is only available on tap. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Feb. 25, 2010
Clarifications:
A graphic with the story, “Tweet for tuna: IFC uses internet to seek donations” made it seem that the Inter-Faith Council for Social Service does not use the extra food donations it receives. The IFC also distributes these “extra” donations.
Wednesday’s front-page story, “Imitation marijuana popular with college students, but lawmakers arn't sure” identifed former UNC student William Munsee as a seller of imitation marijuana. He is William Munsee Jr.
Feb. 22, 2010
Tuesday’s pg. 3 story, “N.C. Cancer Hospital hosts bone marrow registry drive” incorrectly stated which organization was co-hosting the bone marrow drive with several student organizations. It is the Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Clarification:
Tuesday’s pg. 3 campus brief, “Holgate files second elections complaint,” made it seem that Information Technology Services created the online voting system.
The system was purchased by student government and is overseen by ITS.
Feb. 19, 2010
Due to an editing error in “QuickHits for Feb. 18, 2010,” the board incorrectly stated that Student Body President Jasmin Jones has one month left in office. She has two months left.
The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Feb. 18, 2010
Due to a reporting error,“Intersection safety to be improved,” incorrectly stated when Chapel Hill conducted a survey detailing the most dangerous intersections. The study was done in 2004.
Due to an editing error in Wednesday’s editorial “They’ve got you covered,” the board incorrectly described Pearce & Pearce as a health care provider. It is a health insurance provider. The board also incorrectly stated that all UNC-system students will be required to have health care. They will be required to have health insurance.
The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Feb. 17, 2010
Due to a reporting error, the story, “N.C. taxpayers likely to see delays in refund checks,” incorrectly stated that the state sent out fewer than 300,000 individual income tax refund checks totaling about $364 million by this time last year. They actually totalled about $264 million.
Due to a reporting error, the story, “Keune's massive SBP sign raises safety concerns,” misstated the amount that former student body president candidate Nash Keune spent on his wooden castle sign. He spent $246.51 total in the election.The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Feb. 16, 2010
Due to a reporting error, the story, “‘Sunset Limited’ thrills, challenges audiences,” incorrectly identified the cast members in the performance. David Hutcheson played White, and Anthony McClenny played Black. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Feb. 12, 2010
Due to an editing error, a headline with “UNC hits rock bottom against Duke” incorrectly stated that UNC fell to last in the ACC after Wednesday’s loss to Duke. UNC is 11th in the ACC, and N.C. State is last.
The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Clarification:
Thursday’s front-page story, “Election mistakes threaten vote results,” stated that Information Technology Services experienced communication problems. Those problems were between databases, not staff members.
Feb. 11, 2010
Due to a reporting error, the brief “Director of Sierra Club’s coal campaign to visit campus today,” incorrectly stated that the visit was Tuesday. The event was Wednesday.
Due to a reporting error, Wednesday’s pg. 6 story, “All three referendums pass,” was incorrect. Although Board of Elections Chairman Pete Gillooly stated Tuesday that all three passed, the $6 student organizations fee increase did not pass.
Due to a reporting error, Wednesday’s pg. 6 story, “Deane, Tyler tapped to lead senior class,” incorrectly stated that the senior class officers help select the class gift. Seniors actually can donate to any part of the University as part of the senior campaign.
Feb. 10, 2010
Due to an editing error, the voter guide did not include Elizabeth Cooper or McKay Roozen, candidates for Student Congress, District 1 (North Campus). They are certified candidates in today's election.
The pages also incorrectly stated two of student body president candidate Shruti Shah’s goals. Shah wants to make student government leaders more visible and accessible, as well as do a better job of gauging student opinion by using Carolina Virtual Voice and the newly created Student Life Team as avenues for gathering student feedback.
The pages also incorrectly stated one of student body president candidate Nash Keune’s goals. Keune wants to build a dome over every campus road called the Roy Dome. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Feb. 9, 2010
Due to an editing error, the headline on Friday’s pg. 3 story, “‘This American Life’ on a UNC stage: NPR’s Ira Glass to speak Saturday” incorrectly stated which public radio station produces the show. “This American Life” is produced by Public Radio International.
Due to an editing error, an incorrect photo ran with the story, “Ffriend overcomes doubles loss vs. Elon.”
The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Feb. 8, 2010
Due to a reporting error, a photo caption with, “Chapel Hill nonprofits apply for limited town funds,” incorrectly stated when Barbara Lang teaches yoga with the Department on Aging. The class is taught Mondays and Wednesdays. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Feb. 4, 2010
Due to a reporting error, "Campus briefs for Feb. 3 2010", the brief “Students will vote on three fee increases on Feb. 9 ballot,” incorrectly stated that the student activities fee is up for a vote. It is the student organizations fee.
The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Feb. 3, 2010
Due to an editing error, an earlier version of the timeline graphic in "Historic Graham house set to be demolished" misspelled the name of Kemp Battle. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for this error.
Feb. 1, 2010
Due to a reporting error, “A life lived from reel to reel,” incorrectly named the Greensboro theater where Stuart Hoyle landed his first projectionist job. It was the Janus Theater. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Jan. 28, 2010
Due to a reporting error, "PlayMakers' 'All My Sons' links World War II and today" listed an incorrect date for the post-performance discussion with Jules Odendahl-James as Sunday, Jan. 31. The actual discussion will be held Feb. 7. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Due to a reporting error, “Ideas abound, goals differ,” incorrectly described the narwhal, an aquatic animal mentioned in candidate Nash Keune’s platform. The adult narwhal weighs 3,500 pounds on average. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Jan. 22, 2010
Due to a reporting error, “Tar Heels Frightful ACC play worsens,” incorrectly quoted Roy Williams as saying he planned to have the UNC men’s basketball team watch movies and hang out together Friday night as a way of getting out of the team’s three-game slump. Williams was actually referring to the tactics he used in a similar situation while he was head coach at Kansas.The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Due to a reporting error, “Communications studies group funded,” incorrectly stated that Student Congress representative Lee Storrow voted in favor of appropriating student fee money to the Communication Studies Graduate Student Association and ScreenArts. He actually voted against funding the groups.
The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Jan. 21, 2010
Due to reporting errors, “SafeWalk program expanding with bikes,” misstated the number of students involved with the program. There are 25 total.The story also misstates safety committee co-chairwoman Ashley Klein’s position on expanding the program. She said she wants to keep it “small and successful” in the immediate future but eventually grow it. Also, the article incorrectly states that SafeWalkers are not permitted to cross Franklin Street. They are permitted to do so when accompanying students to Greek housing.
Due to a reporting error, “Changes ahead for the GRE,” misquoted Mark McNutt, spokesman for the Educational Testing Service. McNutt actually said, “This is the largest revision of the test ever. It was time to do it.”
The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Jan. 14, 2010
Due to a reporting error, "New lights more efficient" misstated the amount PlayMakers Repertory Company received for replacement lights. They were awarded $67,500. The story also incorrectly states that it is the first project the Renewable Energy Special Projects committee has funded since it expanded to include smaller projects. It is the second project. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Dec. 9, 2009
Due to a reporting error, “New Youth for Western Civilization president aims to bring more conservatism, positive publicity to the group,” incorrectly stated Daryl Ann Dunigan’s role with UNC College Republicans. She was executive vice chairwoman in 2008-09.
Due to a reporting error, “Families anxious to move into new homes,” incorrectly stated that Romona Morrow will pay a rental fee for her Habitat for Humanity house. The $425 monthly payment is a mortgage payment, insurance and dues. The article also misquotes Susan Levy, executive director of Habitat for Humanity, who said that individuals must contribute 320 hours of “sweat equity” on their homes, not community work.
Due to a reporting error, “New mayor, council step in,” incorrectly stated that none of the 10 Town Council applicants have served before. Applicants Joe Capowski and Lee Pavao are former council members.
Due to a reporting error, “Aldermen side with Rogers Road,” incorrectly stated that county commissioners were considering a second site off Millhouse Road for a waste transfer station. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Dec. 8, 2009
Due to a reporting error, "Hey, don't ticket me" misspelled Rick Conifer's name. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Dec. 3, 2009
Due to an editing error, "Celestial singing" incorrectly stated that the piece "Musicians Wrestle Everywhere" would be performed at Wednesday's concert. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Dec. 1, 2009
Due to a reporting error, “When’s the next bus?” incorrectly identified the committee that has provided $8,020 for the bus tracking equipment. The student safety and security committee within student government provided the money.
Due to a reporting error, “STV adds to semester lineup,” incorrectly stated the channel that airs STV locally. It appears on cable channel 4. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Nov. 20, 2009
Due to a reporting error, “Bridge input essential” incorrectly stated the projected costs of the proposed pedestrian bridge over South Road. It is estimated to cost $9 million.
Due to a reporting error, the board incorrectly suggested that these funds be diverted to an academic-oriented program. Because of the source of the money, it must be used for physical improvement.
Due to an editing error, the board incorrectly stated that the Board of Trustees has approved plans to construct the bridge. Only the site proposal has been approved. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Nov. 19, 2009
Due to a reporting error, "Chapel Hill to be lit for the holidays" stated the price of the lights and the date of the tree lighting ceremony. The lights cost $1800, and the Downtown Partnership.
Due to an editing error, "AC/DC box-set a mixed bag of goodies and duds" incorrectly stated that Backtracks is a two-CD, three-DVD set. The version reviewed by Diversions contains two CDs and one DVD. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for these errors.
Nov. 17, 2009
Due to a reporting error, "Students now more vocal about tuition" incorrectly stated that there were two students on the UNC-CH Tuition Task Force, the Student Body President and the Student Body Vice-President. There are actually three students, as the GPSF President, Keith Lee is also on the task force. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Nov. 13, 2009
Due to a reporting error, "Solo series focuses on sexuality, race" incorrectly states that this show is one person acting out five personalities. It is a five-person show. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Nov. 11, 2009
Due to a reporting error, "College graduates head to unlikely U.S. cities" misstated that that the headquarters of the N.C. Healthcare System was located in Charlotte, N.C. There is no headquarters.
Due to an editing error, “Getting low,” misattributed a statement to Kate Gillam, media representative for Dance Marathon. Gillam did not say that organizers did not expect all 1,800 people who signed up last year to participate.
Due to a reporting error, the brief, “UNC Veteran’s Day ceremony moved indoors to avoid rain,” misstated the time of the event, which began at about 10 a.m. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Nov. 6, 2009
Due to a reporting error, “Parents told of assault first” misstated who decided not to send text messages to students after the stabbing on Sunday morning. The emergency warning committee made this decision, as non-siren scenario policy dictates.
Due to a reporting error, “Top 10 Sets for Troika ’09” incorrectly states the number of national tours that Chapel Hill band I Was Totally Destroying It has been on. It has been on two. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Nov. 5, 2009
Due to a reporting error, “Fabolous’ contract reveals details about his demands” misstated the time of the Anoop Desai concert. It begins at 7 p.m. Sunday.
Due to a reporting error, “Public colleges ranked higher” misstated the role of Capstrat. The business assists with UNC’s marketing, while staff on campus handle the University’s public relations.
Due to reporting errors, “UNC system planning more pharmacy schools” incorrectly stated that Campbell and Wingate universities have doctorate degrees in pharmacy. Both offer “doctor of pharmacy” degrees. The story also misquoted David Etchison, who said that tuition could pay for the satellite campus, not that it should cover costs. The story also stated that the pharmacy schools are set for rural areas, but UNC-Greensboro’s school is planned for Greensboro. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.
Nov. 3, 2009
Due to a reporting error, “Student stabbed following festivities” incorrectly stated the location of the men’s crew house where Stephen James Howard was arrested for assault. Police arrested him at 127 Mallette Street. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Oct. 30, 2009
Due to a reporting error, "East 54 development to open within the month" incorrectly stated that Eileen Nixon moved her salon. The salon is under new management. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Oct. 27, 2009
Due to a reporting error, “Spanish classes to move online” misstated which Spanish classes will be moving to the online-only format. Spanish 101 is the only one currently slated to move online-only. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the errors.