By Thurman Maness Pittsboro, NC – ”PEDESTRIAN INCIDENT ON HILLSBORO STREET” was the headline. Pittsboro Government calls a man’s death an “incident” in a Chatham Chatlist post last Tuesday. Golly gee whiz that sure seems it would softens the shock of realizing…
Month: May 2025
Wren Memorial Library announces programs and events in June
Siler City, NC – Wren Memorial Library announces new and exciting events during the month of June for the Chatham County community to enjoy. The following events are free and open to the public. Ask a Master Gardener Wednesday, June…
Beyond the headlines: A deeper dive into Chatham County real estate trends
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – As the real estate landscape in Chatham County continues to evolve, I sat down with Eric Andrews of Realty World Carolina Properties to discuss the current market dynamics, the implications of rising home prices,…
Nine ACC teams selected for 2025 NCAA baseball regionals
Charlotte, NC – For the first time since 2022, nine Atlantic Coast Conference baseball teams will be among the 64-team field for the 2025 NCAA Division I Baseball Championship. The tournament will get underway on Friday, May 30. It is…
Tar Heels rally late to sink Eagles in ACC Baseball Tournament showdown, 7-2
Durham, NC – On Friday night at Durham Bulls Athletic Park, the No. 3 seed North Carolina Tar Heels unleashed a late-game offensive barrage to overcome the No. 14 seed Boston College Eagles, securing a 7-2 victory in the quarterfinals…
Inside the Chatham County Arts Center grand opening
Pittsboro, NC – On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Chatham County Arts Center officially opened its doors at 964 East Street. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residents gathered to celebrate the grand opening of this vibrant new hub for…
Carolina to host 2025 NCAA Baseball Regional
Chapel Hill, NC – On Sunday evening the University of North Carolina was announced as one of the 16 regional hosts for the 2025 NCAA Division I Baseball Championships, the 14th time the Tar Heels have hosted an NCAA Baseball…
North Carolina wins 2025 ACC Baseball Championship
Durham, NC – No. 3 seed North Carolina (42-12) used an eight-run fifth inning to pull away with the 14-4 win over No. 5 seed Clemson (44-16) in the 2025 ACC Baseball Championship Game in front of 9,159 fans on…
UNC advances to ACC Baseball Championship with win over FSU, 7-5
Durham, NC – No. 3 seed North Carolina (41-12) scored two runs in the top of the ninth inning to defeat No. 2 seed Florida State (38-14), 7-5, in the second of two semifinal games of the 2025 ACC Baseball…
Uncovering Chatham County’s hidden history of race and family
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County is known for its rich history, but much of the story surrounding race and family has long remained untold. That is, until George Thomas, a local historian and genealogist, began piecing together the intricate web…