Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of January 2025: Photo by brotiN biswaS on Pexels.com Rampage on US 15-501: Shooting incident Wes Durham discusses Drake Powell and his impact on Carolina basketball Casey Golden…
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From NYC streets to YouTube scooter stardom: Jon Reyes shares his story
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Jon Reyes, a professional scooter rider and YouTube sensation, has captivated audiences with his thrilling tricks and engaging content. With over a million subscribers on YouTube, Reyes reflects on his journey from riding in…
R-S Central clinches victory over Seaforth in 2A dual team wrestling championship
Greensboro, NC – In a nail-biting conclusion to the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) 2A Dual Team Wrestling State Championship, R-S Central edged out Seaforth High School with a 34-32 win at the Novant Health Fieldhouse on Saturday.…
Mysteries of Chatham County: Unveiling the legends and lore
By Gene Galin Bynum, NC – Nestled in the heart of North Carolina, Chatham County is a land rich in history, mystery, and legend. Over the centuries, its rolling hills, dense forests, and winding rivers have birthed countless tales, some…
Chatham County residents rally together for Hurricane Helene Relief in western NC
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office recently helped transport a shipment of donated goods to Western North Carolina, where many communities are still recovering from the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene last fall. The donations, collected by the…
NCAA implements policy limiting women’s sports to assigned female athletes
Indianapolis, Indiana – Today, the NCAA announced the Board of Governors voted to update the Association’s participation policy for transgender student-athletes following the Trump administration’s executive order. The new policy limits competition in women’s sports to student-athletes assigned female at…
NC State women’s basketball triumphs over Duke in high-scoring showdown
Raleigh, NC – In a thrilling display of resilience and skill, the NC State women’s basketball team overcame a halftime deficit to defeat the Duke Blue Devils 89-83 on Monday night. Head coach Wes Moore praised his team’s determination and…
Beatrice Allen wins 2024-2025 Chatham County Schools Spelling Bee
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County Schools (CCS) proudly announces that Beatrice Allen, a fifth-grade student from Perry W. Harrison Elementary School, has won the 2024-2025 CCS Spelling Bee. The district-level competition took place on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at Seaforth…
Coach Albright’s winning strategy: Inside Chatham Central girls’ basketball
By Gene Galin Bear Creek, NC – Asheebo Rojas of the Chatham News & Record and I had coach Aedrin Albright of the Chatham Central girls’ basketball team join us on this week’s ChathamNC Sports Roundup livestream. She shared a…
Wolfpack coach Kevin Keatts reflects on tough loss to Clemson
Raleigh, NC – In the press conference following NC State’s challenging defeat to Clemson, coach Kevin Keatts addressed the pressing issues his team is facing while also highlighting some bright spots in their performance. Despite the outcome, Keatts emphasized the…