Pittsboro, NC – Chatham Central High School (CCHS) has been honored as one of 24 schools named a 2025 PTEC Signature School by the Piedmont Triad Education Consortium (PTEC). The announcement was made during PTEC’s Annual Meeting held Thursday, December…
Bear Creek felon arrested on firearm charge
Bear Creek, NC – A probation search conducted on December 8, 2025, resulted in felony firearm charges for a Bear Creek man following the discovery of a rifle inside his home. North Carolina Probation and Parole Officers were conducting a…
Here are the NCHSAA 2025 winter board meeting decisions
Chapel Hill, NC – The winter meeting of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association’s Board of Directors concluded on Tuesday, December 2, at the NCHSAA Offices. Over the course of the two-day meeting, the Directors met and discussed agenda…
Illegal immigrant arrested in Charlotte light rail stabbing
By Nick Craig Charlotte, NC – The City of Charlotte and the light rail system are back in the news, after an individual was seriously injured in a stabbing on the Blue Line Friday night. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police said on Friday,…
11 ACC football teams headed to bowl games, Miami in CFP
Charlotte, NC – Highlighted by College Football Playoff-bound Miami, 11 Atlantic Coast Conference teams will compete in postseason bowl games this year. Miami (10-2, 6-2 ACC) earned its first berth in the College Football Playoff, securing the No. 10 seed.…
Wolfspeed charts post-bankruptcy recovery with $698.6 million tax refund
By Theresa Opeka Durham, NC – Wolfspeed, a Durham-based semiconductor supplier, announced earlier this week that it has received $698.6 million in cash tax refunds from the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit (AMIC) under Section 48D of the Internal Revenue Code…
A season of stars: Jordan-Matthews students see the world perform
Siler City, NC – More than 60 Jordan-Matthews High School arts students will have an opportunity to experience world-class performances this spring thanks to a grant from the Galloway Ridge Chatham County Charitable Fund. North Carolina Symphony violinist Pablo Sánchez…
UNC edges Kentucky 67-64 in a nail-biter at Rupp Arena
Lexington, KY – In a thrilling showdown at Rupp Arena, the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels secured a hard-fought 67-64 victory against the Kentucky Wildcats, thanks to a standout performance from freshman guard Derek Dixon. With the game…
Pittsboro Holly Days: A community celebration of the Christmas spirit
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – As the Christmas season approaches, the town of Pittsboro geared up for its annual festive celebration, the Pittsboro Holly Days. This year’s event, held on November 23, 2025, promised to be a delightful gathering…
Candidate filing for 2026 NC Elections begins December 1
Raleigh, NC – Candidate filing for most contests in the 2026 North Carolina elections begins at noon on Monday, December 1, 2025, and ends at noon on Friday, December 19, 2025. Depending on the office sought, candidates will file their…
9 most popular Chatham Journal stories of November 2025
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of November 2025: Photo by brotiN biswaS on Pexels.com Chatham County man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor Husband and wife found dead with gunshot wounds inside…
Iryna’s Law goes live: What changes for violent offenders in NC
By Carolina Journal Staff Raleigh, NC – Beginning Dec. 1, 2025, Iryna’s Law becomes active across North Carolina, a sweeping criminal justice measure aimed at restricting pretrial release for violent or repeat offenders in the wake of the fatal 2025…
Rio de Janeiro to host historic NC State vs Virginia football kickoff
Los Angeles, CA – NC State Football will open the 2026 season by taking part in the historic College Football Brasil – the first-ever FBS college football game played in South America. The ACC matchup between NC State and Virginia…
Pittsboro salutes Colby Sawyer’s impact as he takes on Pender County manager role
Pittsboro, NC – The Town of Pittsboro expresses its sincere appreciation, farewell, and congratulations to Communications and Emergency Management Director Colby Sawyer, who left the organization last month to pursue a new professional opportunity that will bring him closer to…
Chatham Sheriff Mike Roberson announces he will not seek re-election
Pittsboro, NC – For close to 40 years, I have had the privilege of serving the people of North Carolina in many ways as a first responder, and for the last 10 years, I have been deeply honored to serve Chatham County as your Sheriff. This…
Public art in motion: Eddie White’s “Wheels Up” unveiled
Pittsboro, NC – On on crisp November day in 2025, a commemorative plaque was unveiled for sculptor Edwin White’s captivating art piece, Wheels Up. Created in 2024, this site-specific sculpture transforms forgotten automotive artifacts into a vibrant tribute to the…